The applicant, a lead packer, was injured at work and returned on modified duties.
Shortly after, he was terminated following a customer complaint about a short-shipment that occurred prior to his injury.
The applicant alleged his termination was discriminatory based on his disability.
The Tribunal found that the applicant established a prima facie case of discrimination, as the timing of the termination and the lack of a thorough investigation into the short-shipment suggested his injury was a factor.
The respondent failed to provide a credible, non-discriminatory explanation.
The Tribunal awarded $15,000 for injury to dignity, feelings, and self-respect, three months of lost wages, reimbursement for counselling, and ordered the respondent to undergo human rights training.