Disability rights in the workplace - Canadian Union of Public ...

equality rights, there are new tools to challenge
employers to find solutions. Unions have a greater
role in the workplace on equality issues.
We can use developments in equality law to push
employers to review and design workplaces that are
barrier free and accessible for all.
The local union must advocate for the individual
member seeking accommodation and follow-up to
make sure the solution is really working. Often
accommodations must be continually reviewed to
make sure all the necessary adjustments are made.
All members have the right to accommodation
whether they are new workers, temporary or
permanent, part-time or full-time.
Once an accommodation is made, the member has
the same right as everyone else to apply for new
positions. If they qualify and have the seniority, then
there is an obligation to investigate whether the new
position can be accommodated.
Education
The local union can make sure that all union members
participate in education on equality issues and the
13