Ruling (.pdf) - International Center for Law and Religion Studies

eview may include a broader consideration of other changes: corporate, organizationaland operational, which might provide a better opportunity for it to meet its mission,incorporate the religious beliefs of its members, and comply with the Human RightsCode. In the circumstances, and with the evidence before me, I am not in a position toredesign Christian Horizons’ operations in a way that the various rights and interestspresent are appropriately balanced. However, Christian Horizons must bring itsemployment policies into line with the Code. If it does not, the Tribunal will make anorder to ensure compliance.[284] I order that the declaration that Christian Horizons cease and desist fromimposing the Lifestyle and Morality Statement as a condition of employment is stayedfor a period of 8 months, or for such longer period as the Tribunal may direct. In themeantime, within 30 days of the date of this decision, Christian Horizons mustcommence a review of its employment policies, in consultation with the Commission, toensure that such policies comply with the Code. Christian Horizons may engageexternal consultants or other advisory assistance as it determines useful. The Tribunalwill also offer the assistance of a mediator if the parties so wish.2008 HRTO 22 (CanLII)[285] No later than six months from the date of this decision, Christian Horizons shallsubmit a report to the Tribunal outlining the steps it proposes to take, along with a timeframe for implementation, to ensure that its employment policies are in compliance withthe Code. At least 30 days prior to the submission, Christian Horizons shall provide itsproposal to the Commission and Ms. Heintz, and the Commission and Ms. Heintz shallbe entitled to make submissions to the Tribunal on the proposal. Any agreementreached between the parties should be identified in a joint submission. Followingreceipt of the proposal and submissions, the Tribunal will provide directions for aprocess to finalize the award in this case.ORDER[286] Having found the respondent Christian Horizons violated section 5(1) andsection 9 of the Human Rights Code and that section 24(1)(a) of the Code does notapply to the respondent, the Tribunal makes the following orders:86