Penalties and Fines

Certain breaches of the Ontario Human Rights Code may result in the individual being charged and prosecuted for the offense, and, if convicted, liable to a fine of up to $25,000.00. These breaches include sexual harassment and discrimination in the workplace on the basis of race, ancestry, place or origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sexual orientation, age, record of offenses, marital status, family status or handicap. However, in order to prosecute an individual for an offense based on a breach of the Human Rights Code, special written permission is required from the Attorney General's office.

Similarly, under the Canadian Human Rights Act, a person can be charged and prosecuted with an offense for failing to comply with the terms of any settlement of a complaint or obstructing a tribunal in carrying out its function under the legislation. A conviction in respect of either one of these offenses can result in a fine of up to $5,000.00 for an individual.

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