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Capilano University – Reminders on Safe and Respectful Workplaces
October 8, 2020
To: All MoveUP Members at CapilanoU
Although everyone is facing the same pandemic threat, not everyone is facing the same circumstances. We are all managing an increased cognitive load as we continue to adapt to new protocols, new procedures and new challenges. It’s important to remember that it is inevitable that mistakes will happen, and to be kind and forgiving to our colleagues today, tomorrow and going forward when they do.
All employees have a right work in an environment which is free of personal and/or sexual harassment. Any discriminatory behaviour at or related to the workplace which denies an individual their dignity or respect or which adversely affects their terms or conditions of employment by creating an intimidating, coercive, restrictive, offensive, embarrassing or humiliating work environment is considered to be personal harassment.
An employee who believes that they have a complaint of sexual harassment or personal harassment is encouraged to make a direct request of the respondent that the offensive behaviour or actions cease. If your request is unsuccessful, or you are uncomfortable making such a request, please reach out to a job steward, an executive councillor or union representative so that we can assist you. More information can be found under Article 29 of your collective agreement here, and under the following intranet policies :
Conflict Resolution & Harassment
What is Personal Harassment (or Bullying)?
What is Discriminatory Harassment?
For employees who are currently working on campus, our joint occupational health & safety committee is recommending that all employees endeavour to wear face masks whenever in common areas on campus whenever possible.
A final reminder, please reach out to your employee assistance provider, Homewood Health at 1-800-663-1142 for well-being support. And stay informed on any COVID-19 related updates here.
Wash your hands frequently, employ appropriate physical distancing, and stay safe.
In Solidarity,
Suzanne Perreault, Executive Councillor
Norman Knopp, Executive Councillor
Darin Feist, Executive Councillor
Eric Roberts, Executive Councillor
Christy Slusarenko, VP, MoveUP – Combined Units
Nathan Beausoleil, Union Representative