# 2020-121 Others, Accomodation

Case summary

F&R Date: 2021-02-25

The grievor asserted that the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) Food Services Policy does not accommodate gluten-free diets or allergen-free feeding capability.

The Initial Authority (IA) denied the grievor redress finding that the Food Services Policy was reasonable. The IA stated that it is the grievor's responsibility to follow dietary requirements consistent with his medical employment limitations and avoid allergens while eating within a CAF food services facility. The IA also stated that, in the alternative, the grievor could purchase meals when entitled and claim reimbursement according to the Canadian Forces Temporary Duty Travel Instructions.

The Committee found that allowing the grievor to consume gluten-free meals at his regular place of duty and outside of it, as well as providing reimbursement for meals when entitled, constituted an alternative arrangement that is both reasonable and practical. It was determined that the Food Services Policy regarding gluten intolerance, in combination with the alternative arrangement, allows for reasonable and adequate accommodation of the grievor.

FA decision summary

The Chief of the Defence Staff agreed with the Committee's findings and recommendation not to afford the grievor redress.