Formal notice for psychological harassment at work Quebec
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[Employee’s name]
[Address]
[City], [date]
FORMAL NOTICE – BY REGISTERED MAIL
[Employer’s name]
[President / HR]
[Address]
Re: Psychological harassment at work
Sir or Madam,
Since [date], I have been subjected by [name, position] to repeated vexatious conduct: [describe: humiliating remarks in front of colleagues on ___, unjustified exclusion from meetings, threats, excessive monitoring]. This conduct undermines my dignity and my psychological integrity [and has led to sick leave from ___].
I reported the situation to [name] on [date], without effective measures being taken.
I put you on notice to take, within 10 days, the reasonable measures required by section 81.19 of the Act respecting labour standards to put an end to the harassment, including an investigation by an impartial person. Failing this, I will file a complaint with the CNESST and exercise all my recourses.
[Signature]
[Name]
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Drafting notes
- The definition of psychological harassment (s. 81.18 ALS) includes sexual harassment and requires vexatious, repeated or single serious conduct that affects dignity or integrity and creates a harmful environment.
- Complaint to the CNESST within two years of the last incident (s. 123.7 ALS).
- An injury caused by harassment may also be compensable as an employment injury by the CNESST.
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Sonia Pin Legal counsel, business law
Sonia Pin is a legal professional specializing in business law and commercial litigation. She drafts and updates the contract and letter templates published on Avocat Montréal, with a focus on Quebec civil law (Civil Code of Québec) and the practical requirements of the courts and administrative tribunals.
