Question 1

While diversity refers to our differences, inclusion is putting into action all those differences to create a very successful organization.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Provinces and territories have legislation dealing with human rights and legislation that covers unions and their relationships with employers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

An example of bona fide occupational qualification (BFOQ) for age is the argument that a younger employee will project a better, more energetic image to the public.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

What practice can an organization undertake to ensure all employees are working to create a culture of diversity and inclusion?

Accepted Answer

A)  evaluating performance of behaviours on a continuous basis 
B)  creating ad hoc groups within the organization to monitor diversity 
C)  confidential surveys to minorities to determine their level of inclusion 
D)  confidential surveys of clients and suppliers to determine their view of the organization's diversity program 
A)  evaluating performance of behaviours on a continuous basis 
B)  creating ad hoc groups within the organization to monitor diversity 
C)  confidential surveys to minorities to determine their level of inclusion 
D)  confidential surveys of clients and suppliers to determine their view of the organization's diversity program

Question 5

Which statement best describes diversity initiatives?

Accepted Answer

A)  Once the concept of diversity initiatives is understood, change should occur rapidly. 
B)  Pay equity is an important element of a diversity management initiative. 
C)  Diversity initiatives should be undertaken slowly so that the change is an evolutionary process. 
D)  Employment equity compliance meets all the requirements of a diversity management initiative. 
A)  Once the concept of diversity initiatives is understood, change should occur rapidly. 
B)  Pay equity is an important element of a diversity management initiative. 
C)  Diversity initiatives should be undertaken slowly so that the change is an evolutionary process. 
D)  Employment equity compliance meets all the requirements of a diversity management initiative.

Question 6

The Osoyoos Indian Band has a goal of decreased dependency on government funding through the increasing level of self-generated income. What is another diversity-related outcome resulting from the Band's businesses?

Accepted Answer

A)  self-sufficiency amongst the members of the Band 
B)  reduced environmental impact by people traveling to work outside of the area 
C)  reduced number of Aboriginals taking low-paying jobs 
D)  education that makes Aboriginals employable 
A)  self-sufficiency amongst the members of the Band 
B)  reduced environmental impact by people traveling to work outside of the area 
C)  reduced number of Aboriginals taking low-paying jobs 
D)  education that makes Aboriginals employable

Question 7

What human rights prohibition is included in all Canadian jurisdictions' human rights acts?

Accepted Answer

A)  criminal conviction 
B)  religion 
C)  family status 
D)  language 
A)  criminal conviction 
B)  religion 
C)  family status 
D)  language

Question 8

All provinces and territories have enacted legislation prohibiting psychological harassment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Federal employment laws apply to everyone who resides in Canada.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

The federal Employment Equity Act is administered by Employment and Equity Development Canada.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

List six guidelines for managing an effective anti-harassment environment.

Accepted Answer

1 - Develop a written policy explaining

Question 12

How many times must an "incident" happen before it is considered harassment?

Accepted Answer

A)  There is no frequency specification; it can happen once, or many times. 
B)  Harassment must be a series of on-going incidents. 
C)  Harassment occurring over a six-month period or longer is no longer considered "basic" harassment. 
D)  Harassment which impacts the victim's life should be reported the first time it happens. 
A)  There is no frequency specification; it can happen once, or many times. 
B)  Harassment must be a series of on-going incidents. 
C)  Harassment occurring over a six-month period or longer is no longer considered "basic" harassment. 
D)  Harassment which impacts the victim's life should be reported the first time it happens.

Question 13

What is the first step in the Canadian Human Rights Commission's dispute resolution process?

Accepted Answer

A)  investigation 
B)  filing a complaint 
C)  preliminary assessment 
D)  complaint received 
A)  investigation 
B)  filing a complaint 
C)  preliminary assessment 
D)  complaint received

Question 14

Which government agency governs violations to health and safety statutes?

Accepted Answer

A)  Canadian Border Services Agency 
B)  Canadian Health, Safety, and Environmental Protection Act 
C)  Workers' Compensation Board 
D)  Workers' Compensation Act 
A)  Canadian Border Services Agency 
B)  Canadian Health, Safety, and Environmental Protection Act 
C)  Workers' Compensation Board 
D)  Workers' Compensation Act

Question 15

Which organizations are covered by the Canadian Human Rights Act?

Accepted Answer

A)  federal government departments and communications companies 
B)  communications companies and provincial government departments 
C)  not-for-profits and provincial government departments 
D)  federal government departments and not-for-profits 
A)  federal government departments and communications companies 
B)  communications companies and provincial government departments 
C)  not-for-profits and provincial government departments 
D)  federal government departments and not-for-profits

Question 16

Federal legislation, namely the Canada Labour Code and the Canadian Human Rights Act, applies to only about 20 percent of Canadian workers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

To whom does human rights legislation apply?

Accepted Answer

A)  full-time, salaried employees 
B)  all individuals 
C)  managers 
D)  individuals who are discriminated against 
A)  full-time, salaried employees 
B)  all individuals 
C)  managers 
D)  individuals who are discriminated against

Question 18

CEOs in Canada recognize the importance of diversity in their overall business strategy.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Which legal term refers to targeted staffing and training to redress past discrimination relating to employment and employment practices?

Accepted Answer

A)  reasonable accommodation 
B)  human resource planning 
C)  bona fide occupational requirement 
D)  employment equity 
A)  reasonable accommodation 
B)  human resource planning 
C)  bona fide occupational requirement 
D)  employment equity

Question 20

Diversity initiatives should be directly linked to the business objectives of top management.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

While diversity refers to our differences, inclusion is putting into action all those differences to create a very successful organization.

Provinces and territories have legislation dealing with human rights and legislation that covers unions and their relationships with employers.

An example of bona fide occupational qualification (BFOQ) for age is the argument that a younger employee will project a better, more energetic image to the public.

What practice can an organization undertake to ensure all employees are working to create a culture of diversity and inclusion?

Which statement best describes diversity initiatives?

The Osoyoos Indian Band has a goal of decreased dependency on government funding through the increasing level of self-generated income. What is another diversity-related outcome resulting from the Band's businesses?

What human rights prohibition is included in all Canadian jurisdictions' human rights acts?

All provinces and territories have enacted legislation prohibiting psychological harassment.

Federal employment laws apply to everyone who resides in Canada.

The federal Employment Equity Act is administered by Employment and Equity Development Canada.

List six guidelines for managing an effective anti-harassment environment.

How many times must an "incident" happen before it is considered harassment?

What is the first step in the Canadian Human Rights Commission's dispute resolution process?

Which government agency governs violations to health and safety statutes?

Which organizations are covered by the Canadian Human Rights Act?

Federal legislation, namely the Canada Labour Code and the Canadian Human Rights Act, applies to only about 20 percent of Canadian workers.

To whom does human rights legislation apply?

CEOs in Canada recognize the importance of diversity in their overall business strategy.

Which legal term refers to targeted staffing and training to redress past discrimination relating to employment and employment practices?

Diversity initiatives should be directly linked to the business objectives of top management.

Exploring Why Hrm Matters to All Employees

Creating a Culture of Well-Being

Defining, Analyzing, and Designing the Work

Planning For, Recruiting, and Selecting the Workforce

Orienting, Training, and Developing Employees

Managing Employee Performance

Rewarding and Recognizing Employees

Dealing With Management Rights, Employee Rights, and Discipline

Understanding Labour Relations and Collective Bargaining

Learning About International Human Resources Management

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Exam 2: Operating Within the Legal Framework

While diversity refers to our differences, inclusion is putting into action all those differences to create a very successful organization.

Provinces and territories have legislation dealing with human rights and legislation that covers unions and their relationships with employers.

An example of bona fide occupational qualification (BFOQ) for age is the argument that a younger employee will project a better, more energetic image to the public.

What practice can an organization undertake to ensure all employees are working to create a culture of diversity and inclusion?

Which statement best describes diversity initiatives?

The Osoyoos Indian Band has a goal of decreased dependency on government funding through the increasing level of self-generated income. What is another diversity-related outcome resulting from the Band's businesses?

What human rights prohibition is included in all Canadian jurisdictions' human rights acts?

All provinces and territories have enacted legislation prohibiting psychological harassment.

Federal employment laws apply to everyone who resides in Canada.

The federal Employment Equity Act is administered by Employment and Equity Development Canada.

List six guidelines for managing an effective anti-harassment environment.

How many times must an "incident" happen before it is considered harassment?

What is the first step in the Canadian Human Rights Commission's dispute resolution process?

Which government agency governs violations to health and safety statutes?

Which organizations are covered by the Canadian Human Rights Act?

Federal legislation, namely the Canada Labour Code and the Canadian Human Rights Act, applies to only about 20 percent of Canadian workers.

To whom does human rights legislation apply?

CEOs in Canada recognize the importance of diversity in their overall business strategy.

Which legal term refers to targeted staffing and training to redress past discrimination relating to employment and employment practices?

Diversity initiatives should be directly linked to the business objectives of top management.

Exploring Why Hrm Matters to All Employees

Creating a Culture of Well-Being

Defining, Analyzing, and Designing the Work

Planning For, Recruiting, and Selecting the Workforce

Orienting, Training, and Developing Employees

Managing Employee Performance

Rewarding and Recognizing Employees

Dealing With Management Rights, Employee Rights, and Discipline

Understanding Labour Relations and Collective Bargaining

Learning About International Human Resources Management

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