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Peer reviewedKlassen, Thomas R.; Gillin, C. T. – Canadian Journal on Aging, 1999
An analysis of decisions by the Supreme Court of Canada that mandatory retirement for firefighters at age 60 violated human rights but forced retirement of university faculty at age 65 was constitutional indicated that the court relied on stereotypes of older workers as being less competent. (JOW)
Descriptors: Age Discrimination, College Faculty, Federal Legislation, Fire Fighters
