Bill C-65, An Act to amend the Canada Labour Code (harassment and violence), came into effect on January 1, 2021. Its stated goal is to create a safe environment for workers who have experienced violence or harassment to come forward. The new legislation affects all workplaces that fall under the federal jurisdiction of Part II of the Canada Labour Code (the Code). It replaces multiple pieces of legislation, most notably the Part XX of the Canadian Occupational Health and Safety Regulations.
