In December 2013, The Accessibility for Manitobans Act (AMA) became law, with the goal of making meaningful strides in accessibility by 2023. The AMA seeks to remove barriers to accessibility in the lives of all Manitobans, with a focus on barrier-free access to:
customer service;
employment;
information and communications;
public spaces; and
transportation.
Of particular interest to employers is the Accessibility Standard for Employment, which was enacted on May 1, 2019. This standard is intended to eliminate barriers faced by the Manitoban labour force. To be compliant with the Accessibility Standard for Employment, employers must implement a number of policies and practices as prescribed by the regulations.
By May 2022, all employers operating in the private sector, in the nonprofit sector, and in small municipalities within Manitoba will have to comply with the AMA by doing the following:
offering reasonable accommodations during recruitment;
informing “applicants about workplace accommodation policies and practices when making an offer of employment”;
informing employees about policies, practices, and any updates in accessible formats and with communication supports when requested;
developing and implementing accommodation plans for employees upon request;
considering “workplace accommodations to remove a barrier affecting an employee’s performance”;
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