On March 27, 2024, the Act to prevent and fight psychological harassment and sexual violence in the workplace received Royal Assent, thereby enacting the majority of its provisions.

This Act introduces amendments to several Québec pieces of legislation, such as the Act respecting industrial accidents and occupational diseases (AIAOD), the Act respecting labour standards (ALS), the Act respecting occupational health and safety (AOHS ) and the Labour Code. The changes aim to safeguard workers from psychological harassment and sexual violence in the workplace and in the pursuit of their rights to seek recourse against such behaviour.

Our presenters provided insights into the implications of the Act to Prevent and Fight Psychological Harassment and Sexual Violence in the Workplace. We explored its impact on Québec employers and outlined the necessary measures and actions to be undertaken following its implementation.

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Presenters

• Arianne Bouchard, Partner, Montréal
• Sarah-Émilie Dubois, Senior Associate, Montréal

Resources

Act to prevent and fight psychological harassment and sexual violence in the workplace

Québec government tables Bill 42, An Act to prevent and fight psychological harassment and sexual violence in the workplace

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Accreditation

LSBC: 60 minutes Practice Management
LSO: 60 minutes EDI Professionalism Credit
Barreau du Québec: The eligibility of this learning activity has been acknowledged by Barreau du Québec for 1 CLE hour.
CRHA: This session has been approved by the Ordre des Conseillers en Ressources Humaines Agréés for 1 CPD hour.

Questions

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