Navigating Workplace Harassment Complaints
Navigating Workplace Harassment Complaints Since 2010 there has been confusion around the term “workplace harassment” in Ontario. Until that time, workplace harassment was generally limited to sexual, racial and 14 other types of harassment under the Ontario Human...Workplace Harassment: Five Things You Need to Know About Filing a Complaint
Workplace Harassment: Five Things You Need to Know About Filing a Complaint Until recently, employees with workplace harassment complaints felt they had no legal options. It was possible to quit and claim constructive dismissal but most employees are reluctant to do...Investigating Sexual Harassment Complaints: Do you have a policy?
Investigating Sexual Harassment Complaints: Do you have a policy? We provide employment law advice to small employers in Ontario. When I meet with a small employer for the first time we discuss the organization’s current employment policies and practices. One question...Sexual Harassment 101
Sexual Harassment 101 To prove sexual harassment in Ontario, there is a four pronged test. We are often asked by clients – usually women – whether they have been sexually harassed. In Ontario, to prove sexual harassment, a person must show that the harassment was...Justice for Unionized Employees
Unionized employees often seek our advice regarding human rights issues in their workplace. Sometimes this is because human rights violations have occurred and the union is not assisting them. Other times, the union itself may be part of the problem. The rights of...Human Rights For Unionized Employees
Despite the many areas that limit unionized employees’ rights, these employees are able to bring human rights claims.
Workplace Bullying: Does My Employer Have To Intervene?
An employer is responsible for investigating any complaints of workplace bullying and harassment made by employees / Occupational Health and Safety Act