The respondents requested that the Application be dismissed for lack of jurisdiction, arguing the applicant's allegations of reprisal and workplace harassment were not linked to a prohibited ground under the Human Rights Code.
The applicant's written submissions clarified that the alleged harassment included criticisms of her mental capacity, weight, and age.
The Tribunal found these allegations could amount to discrimination on the basis of age, disability, or perceived disability, and therefore declined to dismiss the Application at this preliminary stage.
The matter was directed to proceed to mediation.