What is Harassment?

Harassment is a form of discrimination. It includes any unwanted physical or verbal behaviour that offends or humiliates you.

Generally, harassment is a behaviour that persists over time. Serious one-time incidents can also sometimes be considered harassment.

Harassment occurs when someone:

1. makes unwelcome remarks or jokes about your race, religion, sex, age, disability, or any other of the grounds of discrimination;
2. threatens or intimidates you because of your race, religion, sex, age, disability, or any other of the grounds of discrimination;
3. makes unwelcome physical contact with you, such as touching, patting, or pinching.

Examples of Harassment

1. A colleague repeatedly makes fun of your hijab.
2. A manager regularly makes inappropriate comments about your physical appearance.
3. An employee threatens your safety following a heated discussion.
4. A supervisor rubs your shoulders despite your repeated objections.