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.
March 9th, 2017 / 9:05 a.m.
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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