The applicant filed an application alleging discrimination in employment against Bell Mobility Inc. and several individuals.
The Tribunal issued a Notice of Intent to Dismiss on the basis that the corporate respondent is a federally-regulated employer.
The applicant agreed that the claim falls within federal jurisdiction but requested a deferral pending the Canadian Human Rights Commission's determination.
The Tribunal found it plain and obvious that the employment relationship is governed by federal jurisdiction and dismissed the application.