Pregnancy, Parental and Maternity Leave 102 (Federal)
We often receive calls from expecting parents asking about their rights to benefits and time off work for parental leave once their child arrives
Supreme Court: Increased Potential Liability for Harassment
Supreme Court: Increased Potential Liability for Harassment Recently, the Supreme Court issued a significant decision expanding the nature of possible harassment and discrimination claims. The Case In British Columbia Human Rights Tribunal v. Schrenk, 2017 SCC 62,...Broader Protections From Harassment While Working
The Supreme Court recognizes that harassment and discrimination can occur at work whether coming from a boss, co-worker, or fellow contractor.
Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment At Work
Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment At Work In the wake of workplace sexual assault allegations against Patrick Brown, I continue to reiterate what employers of any kind can do to try and prevent and discourage sexual harassment and sexual assault at work. Given the...Significant Changes Coming to the Human Rights Code
Significant Changes Coming to the Human Rights Code Bill 164, Human Rights Code Amendment Act, 2017 passed second reading by the Ontario government on October 26, 2017 and has been referred to Standing Committee. The Bill proposes to make significant changes to the...#Metoo #Himtoo #Youtoo – Sexual Harassment and Violence at Work
Following #metoo, what needs to happen for there to be a positive culture shift? Here are my suggestions for how to reduce sexual harassment and violence in the workplace.