What is required by employers regarding adjustments for employees with disabilities?

Employers are required to provide reasonable accommodation to employees with disabilities under Canadian law, specifically within the framework of human rights legislation. This requirement stems from the obligation to ensure that employees with disabilities have equal access to employment opportunities and can perform their job duties without facing undue barriers.

Reasonable accommodation can take various forms depending on the individual needs of the employee and the nature of the work environment. This might include modifications to workspaces, flexible work hours, the provision of specialized equipment, or adjustments to job duties. The essential principle is to enable the employee to perform their job effectively while maintaining a balance with the employer's operational requirements.

Employers are not limited to just offering equipment or a single type of accommodation, as the needs of each employee may vary significantly. Moreover, stating that employers are not obligated at all is contrary to the provisions outlined in laws such as the Canadian Human Rights Act and various provincial human rights codes, which explicitly require that accommodations be made unless it would cause undue hardship to the employer.