Its work includes "law reform, lobbying, litigation, advocacy, employment equity, leadership training and development."

Ziemba's most controversial ministerial decisions involved the issue of employment equity.

She announced a new round of civil service hiring in early 2001, with a particular focus on employment equity.

The Act states that "employment equity means more than treating persons the same way but also requires special measures and the accommodation of differences."

The employment equity has been present for over 20 years, visible minorities and women still face glass ceilings in higher level occupation.

Oversight of employment equity is shared among three federal government agencies.

Her research focuses on employment equity, Marxist theory and "anti-oppression politics".

He also promoted employment equity, and supported the extension of anti-smoking regulations in the workplace.

The Commission has been involved with affirmative action initiatives since 1972, which is now referred to as "employment equity."