I had qualifications and performed well during the interview, but I didn’t get the job. I feel I have been discriminated against because of my sight loss. What can I do?

Sometimes there are clear signs that you have been discriminated against during an interview process. For example:

• When an employer asks intrusive and inappropriate questions, for example, asking questions about your medical history that are unrelated to the job;
• When an employer makes statements that are offensive or based on false stereotypes; or,
• When an employer says that they cannot hire you because of your sight loss when it is not an essential requirement of the job.

Before deciding what to do, it’s important to understand how the law applies to your specific situation. You should consider consulting with a human rights or employment lawyer about your legal options, including those outlined in the section of this handbook, titled, What can I do to enforce my legal rights?