Workplace Violence & Harassment (Nunavut)

Each year, a number of workers in the Nunavut experience workplace violence and harassment. These instances are an increasing concern for all Nunavummiut, affecting various business sectors and occupations. Raising awareness of these acts and behaviours is one of the key objectives of this training.

Learning objectives

• Understand legislative requirement about workplace violence and harassment.

• Identify types of sexual harassment in the workplace.

• Understand the concept of Family Violence.

• Recognize signs of workplace violence and harassment.

• Analyze consequences on culture and productivity.

• Implement corrective actions to mitigate issues.

• Demonstrate importance of worker cooperation in investigations.

• Evaluate employer responsibilities and legal obligations.

• Assess confidentiality in reporting incidents.