Effectiveness of Canada’s Employment Equity Legislation for Women (1997-2004): Implications for Policy Makers

This study focuses on the effectiveness of the federal Employment Equity Act (EEA). We assess the EEA with regard to female employees using quantitative data from employer reports published under the provisions of the EEA and the Canadian Census. Data in this study cover the period 1997 to 2004. Women constitute the largest of the designated groups, so the effectiveness of the law could have major implications for the welfare …