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Employers must protect their employees from harassment based on a prohibited grounds such as sex. Sexual harassment is discrimination on the grounds of sex.
While sexual harassment can take place in any setting, the Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission reports that most sexual harassment occurs in the workplace.
Whether you are aware of harassment or not, you may be held responsible for the actions of your employees while they are on the job, except in certain circumstances. Protecting employees from discrimination at work includes having preventative measures in place and responding effectively when harassment on a prohibited ground is reported.
The Saskatchewan Human Rights Commission can deal with discrimination if:
Complaints can be made by current and former workers. A complaint can be made on behalf of another person if they consent.
Individuals who experience workplace discrimination may be reluctant to make a complaint because they fear retaliation. Any type of retaliation is against the Code.
PLEA offers free online training on preventing and addressing workplace harassment.