The duty to accommodate is one of the cornerstones of Canadian human rights law, requiring employers to address individual needs arising from protected grounds under human rights legislation. However, the process is complex, balancing the needs of employees with the operational realities of employers.
In this webinar, we explore the legal framework governing accommodation in Ontario and federally, the tests for prima facie discrimination, bona fide occupational requirements, undue hardship, and the practical steps employers must take to meet their procedural and substantive obligations. We also dive into specific accommodation scenarios for disability, family status, and creed, highlighting key case law developments and strategies to mitigate risks.
Topics:
- Overview of Accommodation Law in Ontario and Federally
- Legislation, Policies, Collective Agreements
- Legal Tests in Accommodation
- Prima Facie Discrimination, Bona Fide Occupational Requirement, Undue Hardship
- Duty to Accommodate: Procedural and Substantive Components
- Disability Accommodation
- Family Status Accommodation
- Religious Accommodation
Audience
In-house legal counsel (broadly), human resources professionals, senior leadership, legal directors/teams, people/team managers, consultants
Agenda
- 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm ET Webinar and Q&A
- 11:00 am - 12:30 pm PT
- 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm MT
Cost
This webinar is complimentary
Materials and Webinar Recording: If you are unable to attend the event but wish to receive the materials and webinar recording, please click the "Materials and Webinar Recording" option at the bottom of this page.
Other Events in the 2025 Labour, Employment and Human Rights Fall Series
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- 2025 – The Year in Review: Labour Law - November 18
- 2025 - The Year in Review: Collective Bargaining – December 2
- Breaking Up is Hard to Do - The Challenge of Just Cause Terminations - December 9
This program is eligible for up to 1.5 Substantive Hours with the Law Society of Ontario.
This program contains 1.5 hours of accredited content for the purposes of the Law Society of British Columbia’s annual Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements. The session has been loaded with the LSBC and is titled "Navigating the Duty to Accommodate in Canadian Workplaces - November 25, 2025”. It is available for claiming through your LSBC Member Portal.
A confirmation of participation will be sent to you for your continuing education hours with the Barreau du Québec.
For CPD/CLE in other jurisdictions, please contact your local Law Society.
Event Contact
Andrea Tulloch Marketing Events Manager +1 416 868 3329[email protected]
