Human Rights Reference Tool
Welcome to Respectful Workplace
Your company is committed to providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment in all forms and fosters respect for the dignity, self-worth and well-being of all employees. The spirit, intent and procedures of this Policy have been established to uphold the inherent right of all individuals to be treated with dignity and respect. It is important to realize that all forms of harassment and discrimination are contrary to the values embodied in the Ontario Human Rights Code and set forth in company policies.
The purpose of this tool is to:
- provide you with an overview of the Ontario Human Rights Code and other legal requirements in providing a respectful workplace
- increase participants' awareness of company harassment and discrimination policies and procedures that support a respectful workplace
- provide the knowledge required to assist participants in identifying and defining behaviours that may constitute harassment or discrimination
- outline steps to take to ensure resolution of issues that undermine a respectful workplace
What is a respectful workplace?
Your company’s respectful workplace definition:
- Values employees’ contributions
- Treats everyone fairly
- Does not tolerate any type of harassment
or discrimination - Treats employees with dignity
- Listens to employees
A respectful workplace is one where employees are treated with respect and dignity,
and are valued and supported by the company, managers and supervisors, directors,
senior officials, unions, professional associations, and co-workers.
Human Rights Reference Tool Overview
Discuss the responsibility and liability of all parties, the scope of protection, prohibited and non-prohibited grounds, and the social areas covered within the grounds.
Provide definitions and examples of all forms of harassment and discrimination.
Provide a downloadable version of the company’s Human Rights and Anti-Harassment Policy.
Provide a number of quick links on the key themes of this Human Rights Reference Tool.
Provide commonly asked questions and answers as it applies to your company’s policy.
This Human Rights Reference Tool can be further customized and enhanced by including your company’s brand/logo, and policy.
Contact HR Proactive Inc. to discuss customization options and pricing.