Tag: harassment at the workplace

Can tribunal rule on harassment complaint if alleged harasser works for different employer?

By Lorene Novakowski Aug 28, 2016 Northern Exposure

Updated: Aug 28, 2016

by Lorene Novakowski The British Columbia Human Rights Tribunal had no jurisdiction to hear a complaint where the alleged harasser was employed by a different employer than the alleged victim. The alleged harasser was not in a position of control over the complainant even though they worked at the same site. So the complaint was […]

Bullying and harassment in the workplace: lessons from the Miami Dolphins

By Kyla Stott-Jess Dec 1, 2013 Northern Exposure

Updated: Dec 1, 2013

By Kyla Stott-Jess The professional sports world has been buzzing with the sudden departure of offensive tackle Jonathan Martin from the Miami Dolphins. His midseason exit from the team comes amid allegations that he was the victim of harassment and bullying. The scandal has given the public a glimpse behind closed locker-room doors, into the […]

Workplace Harassment: Preventive Measures May Limit Liability

By Dominique Launay Dec 13, 2010 Northern Exposure

Updated: Dec 13, 2010

By Dominique Launay No doubt, workplace harassment remains a hot topic in Canada. Another Canadian province, Manitoba, has recently announced that it will join Ontario, Quebec, Saskatchewan, and the federal sector in requiring employers to provide protection from workplace harassment. Quebec employers have been required to deal with protections from psychological harassment since 2004. Their […]