Ensure that Parliament and federal institutions are free from harassment and sexual violence.

What success looks like

To ensure that Parliament and federal institutions are free from harassment and sexual violence, strategies are informed by expert and stakeholder consultations and are supported by new proposals and legislation introduced in fall 2017.

Government's narrative on progress

The work of ensuring Parliament and federal workplaces are free from sexual harassment and violence is never complete until it stops. In October 2018, new legislation was passed that replaces the current patchwork of laws and policies on harassment and violence with a comprehensive legislative and policy framework to prevent harassment and violence, respond to it when it occurs and support affected employees. Led by the government’s efforts, additional changes in the House of Commons include: • information on harassment is now provided to parliamentary employees, including interns and volunteers; • the *Code of Conduct for Members of the House of Commons: Sexual Harassment Between Members* was updated to change the definition of sexual harassment and improve the complaint and investigation processes; • the classroom training on harassment is now mandatory for Members of Parliament; and • additionally, training sessions for senior and junior staff in ministerial offices were created and attended by staff in all ministers’ offices. This means Parliament, the federal government, and federally regulated employers will be leaders in creating a safe and inclusive workplace for Canadians.

Note: this is the government's own description, not an independent assessment.