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violence and harassment

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Starting an investigation when no one asked (or wanted) you to

Somewhere between going on an ill-advised “fishing expedition” and commencing a clearly defined investigation of a formal complaint, lies a grey area rife with uncertain legal obligations and sticky situations.

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Quebec employers: Are your harassment policies up to snuff?

Because of significant changes proposed to Quebec's Act Respecting Labour Standards, employers need to ensure that their harassment policies now cover psychological and sexual harassment.

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Recent amendments to Alberta’s Occupational Health and Safety Code bring big changes to Alberta workplaces

This blog provides a summary of some of the key changes to the Alberta's Occupational Health and Safety Code relating to joint work site health and safety committees, health and safety representatives, harassment and violence.

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