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🌿Shedding Light on Workplace Accountability

In light of our ongoing efforts with Buried Complaints to address workplace issues through the Canadian Human Rights Commission, the recent lawsuit about sexual assault at an Alberta oilsands workcamp hits home. It’s a stark reminder of why we’re pushing for better protections and practices in all work environments. This case shines a spotlight on […]

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Workplace conditions at Calgary Police Service to undergo third-party audit, oversight body says

Setting Sail for Change: Women’s Challenges in the Canadian Coast Guard Ahoy, mates! Today, we’re diving into a topic that’s close to the hearts of many women navigating the waters of the Canadian Coast Guard. Recently, CBC brought attention to workplace conditions within the Calgary Police Service, highlighting the need for change. What’s particularly intriguing

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Federal Government launching commission to probe systemic abuse in sports

Navigating Rough Seas: The Need for a Commission in the Canadian Coast Guard As recent discussions unfold around the necessity of an independent mechanism to review abuse in Canadian sports, it’s crucial to turn our attention to another vital national institution: the Canadian Coast Guard. The Canadian Coast Guard, a symbol of safety and security,

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BC Police Face Class Action Lawsuit from Female Officers

In this recent CBC News article, it’s reported that female police officers in British Columbia are taking a significant step towards addressing long-standing issues within the force. A class-action lawsuit has been initiated, shedding light on concerns related to workplace discrimination and harassment. The lawsuit alleges that female officers have faced various forms of discrimination,

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Head of RCMP watchdog says a lack of resources is keeping her from launching investigations

The woman whose job it is to keep the RCMP accountable to the public says she often encounters cases involving Mounties that should be investigated but are not — because her agency lacks the resources. Head of RCMP watchdog says a lack of resources is keeping her from launching investigations | CBC News

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Five former employees allege Edmonton construction firm ignored sexual misconduct in ‘poisoned’ workplace

Five women are suing a prominent Edmonton home construction company for a combined $6.2 million, alleging a company partner’s sexual misconduct created a “poisoned” work environment where employees were subjected to harassment and complaints about workplace safety were ignored. Five former employees allege Edmonton construction firm ignored sexual misconduct in ‘poisoned’ workplace | CBC News

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Vancouver human rights lawyer Laura Track points out that discrimination isn’t always done intentionally

A Vancouver lawyer says that a human-rights complaint can proceed against a landlord at the B.C. Human Rights Tribunal even if there was no intention to discriminate. “Remembering that discrimination can be unintentional is a really important part of upholding human rights,” Track said. Vancouver human rights lawyer Laura Track points out that discrimination isn’t

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RCMP tolerates ‘misogynistic, racist, and homophobic attitudes:’ former Supreme Court justice

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police’s culture is so toxic, the federal government needs to conduct an external, independent review of the RCMP’s future as a federal policing organization, says a former Supreme Court of Canada justice tasked with dealing with the fallout from the force’s historic sexual assault settlement. RCMP tolerates ‘misogynistic, racist, and homophobic attitudes:’ former Supreme

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