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The Importance of Workplace Investigations

A workplace investigation is a process of uncovering facts about a particular incident that occurred in the workplace. This involves carefully discussing a grievance or complaint for particular misconduct, policy…

Maintaining Confidentiality During Workplace Investigations in Ontario

In Ontario, employers are required to conduct appropriate workplace investigations into incidents and/or allegations of workplace harassment. However, these investigations must also protect confidentiality and consider the privacy of employees…

Know Your Rights as An Employee During a Harassment Workplace Investigation

It is important to feel safe and respected in the workplace. Legislation like the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC) protect Ontario employees…

What You Need To Know About Workplace Investigations – Harassment

As discussed in our previous blog, workplace investigations are critical to resolve workplace misconduct and ensure a healthy and safe workplace for all employees. This blog will dive deeper into…

Conducting Effective Workplace Investigations

Workplace investigations are critical, not only to satisfy statutory and other legal obligations but also to support a healthy workplace. The decision to carry out a workplace investigation is, however,…

Understanding Bullying and Harassment in the Workplace

Employees in Ontario have the right to be free from bullying and harassment in the workplace as prescribed under Ontario’s Occupational Health and Safety Act (“OHSA”) and Human Rights Code…

Courts Responding to Online Harassment: Am I Protected as an Employee?

Harassment and bullying have long existed in society, including in the workplace. Fortunately, and in recent years, there has been a greater recognition in Canadian society of the seriousness of…

What Are My Rights Once I’ve Submitted a Workplace Complaint to my Employer?

Employers have a duty to maintain a safe workplace. Part of that duty includes ensuring that appropriate investigations are conducted into any incidents and complaints of workplace harassment, including sexual…

Top Tips for Employers: Avoiding Liability at Office Holiday Events

With the holiday season upon us, it’s a good time to visit cautionary points relating to annual holiday parties and other festive events.  The laws governing an employer-employee relationship, including…