The Canadian Human Rights Tribunal decision (released Friday) in Hughes v. Elections Canada dealt with the need to accommodate disabled voters.
Of note in the decision are the extensive remedies ordered by the Tribunal, particularly requirements regarding training for Elections Canada staff, consultation with the disability community, and development of a complaints and reporting process.
Also of note is the Tribunal's order that Elections Canada cease from situating polling stations in locations that do not provide barrier free access within the meaning of the Canadian Human Rights Act – this is significantly broader than the Canada Elections Act requirement that level access be provided.
I have a pdf of the decision for anyone who wishes it.
James Morton
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2 comments:
E-voting...
Good point -- but until then it's a good thing that the disabled can vote and not be put to indignity exercising their franchise
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