Harassment Complaints and Investigation. The Employer and the Union recognize the rights of employees to work in an environment free from harassment, including sexual harassment, bullying and discrimination. Where an employee alleges that harassment including sexual harassment, bullying, or discrimination has occurred on the job, the employee shall have the right to grieve under the Collective Agreement. Incidents or complaints should be reported as soon as possible after experiencing or witnessing an incident. The Employer recognizes that it is the Employer’s ultimate responsibility to maintain a workplace free from harassment, including sexual harassment, bullying and discrimination. Where an allegation of harassment, sexual harassment, bullying or discrimination has been received by the Employer, it will be investigated on a priority basis. An investigation will include prompt interview of the parties involved and a review of all related evidence. The outcome of the investigation will be provided to the parties in writing within fourteen (14) days of receipt of the complaint, or as soon thereafter as practicable. If faced by any form of harassment, including sexual harassment, bullying and discrimination, an employee may perform the following:
Harassment Complaints and Investigation. Employees may process complaints about harassment through the grievance procedure, subject to the following changes:
