Accommodation

Accommodations refer to the adjustments or modifications made to the workplace, policies, or practices to enable individuals with disabilities or specific needs to perform their job effectively. These adjustments ensure equal opportunities and access for all employees. HR professionals play a crucial role in evaluating and implementing reasonable accommodations, such as providing assistive technologies, altering workspaces, offering flexible scheduling, or adjusting job responsibilities. By facilitating accommodations, HR promotes diversity, inclusion, and compliance with anti-discrimination laws, allowing individuals to reach their full potential within the organization. It is essential for HR to collaborate with employees, assess their needs, and maintain open communication to ensure that accommodations are appropriate, respectful, and effective.

Accommodation Letter Template

This template may be used by an employer to meet […]

A Manager’s Guide to Reasonable Accommodation

In the employment context, reasonable accommodation refers to the steps […]

Accommodation Policy

This Model Policy and Procedure is based on  the Canadian Human Rights Commission and BC Law. It can be adapted to your workplace to ensure that employers do not discriminate and make accommodations for employees’ religious preferences.

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