Scenario 3.2 Metro Business Is a Growing Firm Located in Calgary, Alberta

question 2

Multiple Choice

Scenario 3.2
Metro Business is a growing firm located in Calgary, Alberta. The CEO, Niri Malo, has noticed that most of the recent applications for positions in the organization are self-identified persons from the four designated groups covered by employment equity legislation in Canada. Ms. Malo has heard of the benefits of a diversity workforce and wants to implement an employment equity plan. She understands, however, that there may be challenges in implementing it.
-Refer to Scenario 3.2. What is one reason for Metro Business to have an employment equity plan?

• A) they would like access to the Federal Contractors Program
• B) it is required for all firms in Canada
• C) it will address pay equity problems
• D) it will prevent racism in the organization

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