Workplace Investigations

By Katie Stargardter When a workplace complaint arrives, how you document the investigation matters just as much as how you conduct it. At the Human Rights Tribunal, a Ministry of Labour inspection, or in court, your documentation doesn’t just support your case; it is your case. What Is a Workplace Investigation in Ontario? A formal

By Dessie Barton Workplace conflict is inevitable. But in British Columbia, not all conflicts can, or should, be handled informally. There comes a point where employers have a legal obligation to move beyond coaching or mediation and conduct a formal workplace investigation. Knowing when that threshold is met is not always straightforward for employers. In

By Katie Stargardter In Ontario, organizations face significant risks when conducting workplace investigations. Mistakes can go beyond internal employee relations issues, creating serious compliance risk under both the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Workplace investigations are therefore among the highest-risk activities an organization undertakes. Let’s examine common assumptions

By Kristina Kovacevic   Workplace investigations are one of the most sensitive and high-risk processes an employer may undertake. When allegations of harassment, discrimination, bullying, misconduct, or workplace safety concerns arise, organizations must respond in a way that is procedurally fair, legally defensible, and respectful of everyone involved. In British Columbia, employers also have legal

By: Jasmin Aujla    A workplace investigation is a formal and impartial process used to determine whether incidents of harassment, violence, misconduct, or other policy violations have occurred. The goal is to gather and evaluate relevant information, assess whether the alleged behaviour took place, and identify appropriate next steps. When do Workplace Investigations Occur? Workplace