You are the junior human resources consultant at a large company - Orangeville Hospital.You are asked by the Human Resources Manager to provide some assistance on a file. One of the clients, the Director of Finance, Emily has asked for advice.You are advised that an employee, Savannah, is "not working out".Emily has indicated there are numerous issues with Savannah's performance.First, she is continually late for work.Second, she appears very frazzled and often complains of her inadequate partner involved in childcare duties of their adult disabled child.Third, Savannah often makes complaints about her male co-worker, Sam, and his inappropriate comments.Emily does not know what Savannah is complaining about - she tells you that everyone knows Sam is kidding.

You requested the employment contract from Emily.After much searching she found a contract that was nearly twenty years old.You wondered about the validity of the contract as it was only signed for a one-year term.The termination clause allowed for three week's notice.The contract has never been modified or revisited.

Your friend knows Savannah and has asked what is "going on" with her employment as Savannah seems stressed.You know your friend won't tell Savannah; however, you think there may be ethical issues.

1.Address any issues related to the employment contract. Is it still valid? Is the 3 weeks' notice appropriate? If not, what would you advise? Are there any other areas of concern for the employer?

2.Are there any issues related to the Human Rights Code?Specifically address topics related to potential discrimination and family status.

3.Discuss any ethical issues that you may encounter.