A Toxic Work Environment? That’s a No!

A Toxic Work Environment? That’s a No!

Important Update for All Quebec Workers: Psychological Health at Work Is Now Protected by Law

Starting today, under Bill 27, psychological health at work will be treated with the same importance as physical health. This means that your employer has a legal obligation to prevent psychosocial risks that have been identified, including:

• Support at work

• Physical and psychological violence

• Decision-making autonomy

• Organizational fairness

Employees now have the right to file a complaint with the CNESST if they are exposed to these risks.

When we talk about psychological violence, the behavior of a toxic manager can fall into this category. Examples include:

• Belittling or humiliating someone

• Repeated criticism

• Disparaging remarks

• Intimidating or mocking colleagues or employees

Even a lack of the necessary decision-making autonomy to perform your work properly is considered a risk, and your employer is required to address it.

Workload issues — such as excessive work demands — as well as favoritism or other inequities are also now covered under the new workplace provisions.

Your psychological well-being matters, and the law is here to protect it.

Even not having the necessary decision-making autonomy to do your work properly is considered a risk, and employers must take steps to prevent it. Excessive workloads, favoritism, and other inequities are also covered under the new law.

For full details on each category and the CNESST complaint contact number, visit the CNESST website.