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The purpose of this enactment is to achieve equality in the workplace
and to correct conditions of disadvantage experienced by certain
groups.
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The enactment applies to the public service of Canada and to
federally regulated employers who, and such portions of the public
sector as are specified by order in council that, employ one hundred or
more employees.
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Part I sets out the obligations of an employer and outlines reporting
requirements. Employers must identify employment barriers against,
and determine the degree of underrepresentation of, certain groups and
prepare, implement, review and revise plans to promote employment
equity.
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Part II sets out mechanisms for enforcing employer obligations.
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Part III provides for the assessment of monetary penalties.
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Part IV establishes regulation-making authority and provides for
other general matters.
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The enactment also makes consequential amendments to the
Canadian Human Rights Act, the Financial Administration Act and the
Public Service Employment Act.
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