Equality @ Work Section 1: Human Rights and the Steelworkers (2002)
It’s been over 50 years since the United Nations adopted the Universal Declaration on Human Rights. The Declaration, originally drafted by a Canadian, was written after World War II. The preamble to the declaration recognizes the inherent dignity and equal and inalienable rights of all people as the "foundation of freedom, justice, and peace in the world." ...... more

Equality @ Work: Section 2 Economic Impacts of Discrimination (2002)
People of colour, women, lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered (LGBT) people, aboriginal people, and people with disabilities face many different forms of discrimination in the workplace. It ranges from being excluded from social activities to harassment. From being the last to know about training opportunities to being denied the opportunity to do a job that you are qualified for. This section will look at one aspect of that discrimination - the economic impact. ...... more

Equality @ Work: Section 3 Human Rights and the Law (2002)
Discrimination arises when a person is treated differently due to personal characteristics, including age, gender, sexual orientation, religion and handicap....... more

Equality @ Work: Section 4 Human Rights are for Everyone - International Solidarity (2002)
Human rights are not limited to a particular country, race, religion, gender or age – human rights transcend all boundaries. We are all entitled to the same rights and freedoms, regardless of where we live. In the labour movement, we cherish the principles of equality, justice, dignity and respect and demand to see them upheld around the world. ...... more

Equality @ Work: Section 5 - Contract Language (2002)
Electronic surveillance equipment such as closed circuit television or camera equipment or otherwise shall not be used by the Employer for surveillance of Employees while at work and such equipment shall not be installed in the Employees’ lunch rooms or rest areas....... more