We provide tips and tricks to resolve these issues with the person. This is usually a good first step.
You must notify your employer before taking any other options. On rare occasions, this may not be an option. But it is critical to review.
Sexual harassment is a form of discrimination against gender and sexual orientation. It is a difficult, exhausting process, but it may be right for you.
Filing a lawsuit is a complex decision requiring a practicing lawyer's assistance and advice.
Safe at Work: A Workplace Safety Check-Up
Legal Info NS Safe at Work
Legal Information on Sexual Harassment
Rainbow Rights: A Human Rights Legal Information Guide for 2SLGBTQIA+ Nova Scotians
Information on Support People and Advocates
Safe at Work: A Workplace Safety Check-Up interactive quiz
What are Protected Areas and Characteristics
Timeline Organization
How to track and communicate a loss of hours
Providing a written complaint: Statement Letter
Negotiating a settlement
Criminal Harassment and Sexual Assault
Understanding and Communicating Your Human Rights Complaint
NS Human Rights Commission Inquiry and Complaint Process
Canadian Human Rights Commission
Canadian Human Rights Tribunal (if your complaint is accepted)
Researching Case Law
Employment Law legal information
We want to thank the many individuals who have contributed to this project, which was developed thanks to feedback from survivors and service providers throughout the province.
In particular, we wish to thank…
