New Legislation Alert – Bill C-65 designed to prevent workplace harassment and violence in federally regulated workplaces

Sexual harassment and violence have dominated the media of late. Women and men have come forward with public allegations of harassment and assault against high-profile figures, and survivors of sexual violence around the world have taken to social media to share their experiences and support. Fulfilling a promise made during the 2015 election campaign, the federal government has stepped up to address the systemic problem of sexual violence. The proposed legislation will further extend employer and employee rights and obligations in the workplace. The findings of a recent report entitled “Harassment and sexual violence in the workplace” were the impetus for proposed legislation introduced by parliament earlier this month. Bill C-65, An Act to amend the Canada Labour Code (harassment and violence), the Parliamentary Employment and Staff Relations Act and the Budget Implementation Act, 2017, No. 1, is aimed at the prevention of workplace sexual harassment and violence…

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