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Bill C-64

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SUMMARY

The purpose of this enactment is to achieve equality in the workplace and to correct conditions of disadvantage experienced by certain groups.

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.

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.

Part II sets out mechanisms for enforcing employer obligations.

Part III provides for the assessment of monetary penalties.

Part IV establishes regulation-making authority and provides for other general matters.

The enactment also makes consequential amendments to the Canadian Human Rights Act, the Financial Administration Act and the Public Service Employment Act.