The government makes employers more responsible
On June 12, the members of the National Assembly amended certain labour standards(Bill 176), in particular those concerning sexual and psychological harassment. As of January 1, 2019, all employers, without exception, will be required to adopt a written policy on the subject and handling of such complaints.
Some of the elements a policy should include :
- A definition of harassment
- What to do in the event of harassment
- How to file a complaint
- Identification of support measures
- Etc.
Provide a safe and livable workplace while complying with the law! Contact us to set up a written policy and complaint handling measures now in compliance with Bill 176.
Did you know that…
- Quebec’s human rights legislation prohibits discrimination and harassment on the following grounds: age, social condition, political conviction, marital status, pregnancy, disability, language, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, race, color, ethnic or national origin, religion and sex.
- The following, when severe or repeated, are examples of harassment:
- Unwelcome remarks, jokes, insinuations, gestures or sarcasm;
- Intrusive paper or electronic messages;
- Refusal to work or speak with an employee because of his or her racial background, gender, sexual orientation, etc;
- Condescension or paternalism that undermines self-respect;
- And much more.
