Canadian creative industry stakeholders take firm stand against harassment

TORONTO – Canada’s creative community is adopting a zero tolerance approach to sexual harassment, discrimination, bullying, and violence in the industry.In a joint statement, 16 groups pledged to enact an industry-wide code of conduct, clearly defining expectations of appropriate and inappropriate behaviour, enforcement and consequences. The first steps include:- creating more effective reporting mechanisms and supports, which ensure all individuals can report allegations without fear of judgement or retribution;- ensuring more effective enforcement of existing industry policies; and- launching a multi-level education and training program, including an industry-wide awareness campaign designed to establish and strengthen a culture of safe workplaces.“This...