I couldn't speak to the rationale or not. I would just say that the employment equity groups were put in because they're easily defined and allow people to comply with a self-identification process.
On March 9th, 2017. See this statement in context.
On March 9th, 2017. See this statement in context.
Director General, Marketplace Framework Policy Branch, Strategic Policy Sector, Department of Industry
I couldn't speak to the rationale or not. I would just say that the employment equity groups were put in because they're easily defined and allow people to comply with a self-identification process.
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