The applicant, who suffered from chronic ulcerative colitis, was terminated from her employment as a business manager due to tardiness and absences.
She had not disclosed her disability until a meeting where she was informed of her removal from the position and offered a sales role.
After disclosing her disability and providing medical notes, the employer terminated her employment without inquiring into accommodation options.
The Tribunal found that the employer breached the procedural component of the duty to accommodate under the Human Rights Code and awarded the applicant $7,471.59 for lost income and $7,500 for injury to dignity, feelings, and self-respect.
