Gender Wage Gaps

What are some factors that contribute to the gender wage gaps over the past years? In the textbook, “Human Resources Management in Canada,” written by Gary Dessler, Nita Chhinzer and Nina D. Cole, it is stated that, “equal pay for equal work specifies that an employer cannot pay male and female employees differently if they are performing the same or substantially similar work.” (Textbook). This quote shows that there is gender-based discrimination, especially in the workforce, that needs to be overcome to ensure fair and equal pay amongst all individuals. Additionally, The gender wage gap raises important issues for employees and employers in numerous ways. When looking at the women employees, they are under represented in fields such as engineering,