Personnel Policy Updates

Two sections of the Personnel Policy were updated in March 2026. These changes update how workplace concerns are handled and help ensure C/TFN policies meet current workplace safety standards.

The updates affect the following policies:

• 1-530 Workplace Violence & Harassment Prevention Policy
• 1-535 Workplace Conflict Resolution Policy

This page summarizes key updates. Staff should refer to the full Personnel Policy for the complete policy language.

What Changed?

Workplace Violence & Harassment Prevention Policy (1-530)

This policy has been significantly updated to align with modern workplace safety standards and federal labour requirements.

Key changes include:

Updated policy name and scope

• The policy title has changed from “Workplace Anti-Violence & Harassment Prevention Policy” to “Workplace Violence & Harassment Prevention Policy.”
• The updated policy reflects current standards under the Canada Labour Code and Federal Occupational Health & Safety Regulations.

Clearer definitions

• The policy now includes clearer explanations of what counts as violence, harassment, bullying, and threats in the workplace.
• Examples are provided to help staff better understand unacceptable behaviour.

Stronger prevention approach

• The new version places greater focus on preventing problems before they occur, including identifying risks and promoting respectful workplaces.

Improved reporting process

• The steps for reporting workplace violence or harassment are now clearer.
• Staff are provided with more guidance on who to report concerns to and how complaints are handled.

Updated investigation procedures

• The policy now outlines a more structured process for reviewing complaints and conducting investigations.
• Timelines and responsibilities are better defined.

Protection from reprisal

• The policy reinforces that employees who report concerns in good faith are protected from reprisal.

Expanded responsibilities for managers and supervisors

• Management roles in preventing, reporting, and responding to workplace violence or harassment are now more clearly described.

Training and awareness

• The updated policy emphasizes the importance of training, awareness, and workplace education about violence and harassment prevention.

Workplace Conflict Resolution Policy (1-535)

This policy has also been updated to improve how workplace disagreements are addressed.

Key changes include:

Updated terminology and definitions

• The policy now includes clearer language to explain what workplace conflict is and how it may appear in day-to-day work situations.

More structured conflict resolution process

• The steps for addressing workplace conflict are now clearer and easier to follow.
• The policy outlines informal and formal options for resolving issues.

Focus on early resolution

• The revised policy encourages staff to address issues early, before they become larger problems.

More guidance for employees and supervisors

• The roles of employees, supervisors, and leadership in resolving workplace conflicts are more clearly explained.

Expanded resolution options

• The policy now highlights options such as discussion, mediation, and facilitated conversations to help resolve disputes.

Clearer documentation and follow-up

• The updated policy explains how concerns may be documented and how outcomes will be recorded when conflicts are addressed formally.