In order to obtain a Protection Order, you must prove 2 things to the Court: Your harasser has committed any one of the 5 offences listed under the Protection from Harassment Act (POHA). That the same, or another one of the 5, offence(s) are likely to be committed by your harasser again
The Protection Order protects you from 5 types of criminal offences, including: Intentionally causing harassment, alarm, or distress This includes the use of threatening, abusive communication or behaviour to intentionally make the victim feel harassed, alarmed, or distressed, whether direct or indirect. Example: A makes graphic comments about co-worker B, to another co-worker, C. Even…
The Protection from Harassment Act (POHA) is an act to protect individuals from harassment and unlawful stalking. Under this act, the Protection Order protects victims of harassment that a) has happened in the past, or b) may happen in the future. The order doesn’t last forever – it is typically granted for a specific period…
If you’re facing sexual harassment at your workplace, here’s what you should do: Always make it clear to the perpetrator that their behaviour and actions are unwanted, or make you feel uncomfortable Gather any evidence you have, such as SMS conversations or e-mails Speak to a co-worker you’re close to about what happened, as they…
Sexual harassment can happen anywhere, including at your workplace. While sexual harassment is detrimental wherever it takes place, workplace sexual harassment frequently involves the abuse of power. If a worker experiences sexual harassment from a superior or co-worker, he/she may find even more difficulty reporting the incident, and speaking out.