Resources for Respectful Workspaces

Articles and studies on bullying and harassment in the cultural sector

The problem of bullying in the arts - Is coaching an effective intervention? | By Anne-Marie Quigg
Harassement and discrimination: Important aspects of the precarity of women in the arts | Hill Strategies, by Laurence D. Dubuc
Has “No Tolerance” for Harassment in the Arts Really Worked? | Canadian Art, by Leah Sandals
Bullying bosses, broken boards and a crisis of accountability | Arts Professionals UK, by Melissa Nisbett, Ben Walmsley and Emma McDowell

Nationwide

	READ THE CODE The Canadian Creative Industries Code of Conduct to Prevent and Respond to Harassment, Discrimination, Bullying and Violence. Read more Download the Code of Conduct - Printed copies are available at the National Office.
	NOT IN OUR SPACE PACT and Equity are committed to the pursuit of safe and respectful workspaces by promoting zero-tolerance for bullying and harassment in professional Canadian theatre. Read more
	AFTERMETOO A national movement born within the Canadian film and television industry to activate concrete change to stop workplace sexual violence, in particular for vulnerable and precarious workers. Read more SURVEY: The Change You Want to See (September 30, 2021) Over 1,100 artists and arts workers told Aftermetoo about their experiences and the change that they want to see regarding workplace sexual harassment in Canadian performing arts, film, and television industries, based on the first-ever Canadian survey on this topic in this sector. Key Findings \| Spotlight Reports
	CODE OF CONDUCT & POLICIES The intention of this policy is to establish clear and acceptable behaviour expectations for CITT/ICTS members and guest participants of CITT/ICTS programming. Read more

Government Resources

	RESPECTFUL WORKPLACES IN THE ARTS Canada’s performing, literary and visual arts organizations and artists have joined together in a broad initiative called “Respectful Workplaces in the Arts”. Read more WORKSHOPS ON MAINTAINING RESPECTFUL WORKPLACES CHRC has engaged professional HR experts to train a select group of sector trainers from different disciplines to develop and deliver workshops on Maintaining Respectful Workplaces. Since the trainers come from different parts of the country and the sector, they bring specific expertise and knowledge to these offerings. More information here
	WORKPLACE HARASSMENT AND VIOLENCE “Workplace Harassment and Violence” is one of the outcomes of CHRC’s Respectful Workplaces in the Arts project. Read more Download the free Tool Kit
	RESPECTFUL WORKPLACES A diverse, respectful and open workplace is one of the keys to ensuring our employees have the environment they need to do their best in their service to Canadians. Read more
	CSA Standard : CAN/CSA-Z1003-13/BNQ 9700-803/2013 Psychological health and safety in the workplace - Prevention, promotion, and guidance to staged implementation. Download the Standard
	Reporting and Investigating Mechanisms for Workplace Harassment in the Arts When harassment happens, who can the victim turn to? And how does an employer, engager or Board of Directors respond when harassment occurs in their workplace? These pressing questions are explored in detail in Reporting and Investigating Mechanisms for Workplace Harassment in the Arts (PDF), now available for reference and download. Read more Download the PDF
	Dealing with Harassment in Cultural Workplaces With funding from Department of Justice, CHRC has delved deeper into the subject of the feasibility of offering sector-wide supports to cultural workers and establishments. Read more Download the PDF

Quebec

	CODE OF CONDUCT Take action to prevent harassment and maintain a healthy work environment in the cultural sector. Read more, in French only • Download the poster (in English) • Download the declaration in favour of harassment-free work environments in Québec's cultural sector. In English.
	L'APARTÉ The mission of L’Aparté is to offer first-line assistance to all people from the cultural sector who are subject to or witnesses of harassment (psychological or sexual) or violence at work (sexual assault). Read more
	Policy and Companion Guide - Civility and Anti-Harassment Policy The Conseil des arts de Montréal invites the arts community to use these reference tools and adapt them to their reality. Read more • Download the Companion Guide • Download the Policy
	Harassment and Assault Policy - Conseil québécois du théâtre (CQT) This policy applies to all directors, managers, employees and volunteers of the Conseil québécois du théâtre (CQT), regardless of their status. It also applies to temporary partners who do business with the CQT. Learn more - In French only Download the Policy
	Sample of a policy for the prevention of psychological or sexual harassment in the workplace and a procedure for complaints This model policy aims to support employers in drafting the policy for the prevention of psychological or sexual harassment at work and for handling complaints that they must put in place and make available to their staff. Read more Download the sample In French only (Release date: 2022-01-13) Harassment in the workplace Harassment, whether psychological, sexual or cyber harassment, is not tolerated in the workplace. It can have serious consequences. Workers have the right to work in a healthy workplace. Visit the Website

United States

	BEHIND THE SCENES CHARITY Behind The Scenes Mental Health Initiative has created a series of tools to stop Bullying, Harassment and Intimidation. Read more • Download the Posters: Short Version • Full Version • Download the Brochure • Sample Employer Bullying, Harassment and Intimidation Policy: Word • PDF BYSTANDER INTERVENTION IN THE ENTERTAINMENT WORKPLACE - FREE WEBINAR Do you know how to safely intervene if you see a co-worker being bullied or intimidated? Did you know there are different ways to intervene to match your comfort level? In just 90 minutes you will learn five easily accessible tools, illustrated by relevant scenarios, for use in any workplace to safely intervene without the worry of retaliation. October 18, 2022, January 30,2023 April 30, 2023 and July 17 2023. Click here for more information, resources and to register.
	RIGHT TO BE (FORMERLY HOLLABACK!) Right To Be is a nonprofit working to end harassment -- in all its forms. They believe that everyone deserves the resources to respond to, prevent, and intervene in incidences of harassment. They provide both private and free anti-harassment training experiences on over 25 topics. Read more Learn more about their purpose Learn more about their training programs Learn more about their book: I've Got Your Back
	THE CHICAGO THEATRE STANDARDS The CTS seeks to mentor institutions, theatre-makers, teachers, students, parents and anyone who would like to learn more about procedural preventions and potential responses to unsafe practices, with a special focus on harassment, bullying and discrimination. Read more • Learn more about the pilot project • Download the Standards
	THE CHICAGO INCLUSION PROJECT The Chicago Inclusion Project exists to facilitate inclusive experiences and hiring practices throughout Chicago theatre. Read more About Rehearsal Brave and Safe Spaces.