and so it continues...

what I encountered in a job description today:
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Other Merit Criteria and Conditions of Employment


•Organizational Needs which may apply for this position.

• Selection may be limited to members of the following Employment Equity groups: Aboriginal persons, visible minorities

Statement of Merit Criteria

Applicants who meet the above criteria will also be assessed against the Statement of Merit Criteria for this position.
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So based on merit, only after your colour has been assessed.