An overt or covert obstacle; used in employment equity to mean a systemic obstacle to equal employment opportunities or outcomes; an obstacle which must be overcome for equality to be possible.

A subjective opinion, preference, prejudice or inclination, formed without reasonable justification, that influences an individual's or group's ability to evaluate a particular situation objectively or accurately; a preference for or against. Reasonable apprehension of bias exists when there is a reasonable belief that an individual or group will pre-judge a matter and therefore cannot assess a matter fairly because of bias.

One stubbornly or intolerantly devoted to one's biased opinions and prejudices.

The ability to utilize two languages with equal fluency; an official policy of Canada, with two official languages - English and French.

People of African descent and those who define themselves as such.

A workplace requirement that is directly related to a person's ability to perform a specific job.