Workplace Safety
Includes information on workplaces safety and workers’ rights to refuse unsafe work.
Some indicators of legal issues
What the clients may say:
- "My employer doesn't give me appropriate protective clothing to wear at work."
- "I refused to do unsafe work so my boss cut my hours."
- "I reported that my co-worker's partner has been showing up at work and threatening my co-worker. Nothing has been done and I'm worried for our safety."
Legal Services and Information
| Title | Description |
|---|---|
| Workers Health & Safety Centre | Offers a comprehensive package of health and safety training solutions range from ready-made packages to customized versions adapted for individual workplaces |
| ABLE2 - Reach Legal Services | COVID-19 (July 12, 2021): Reach's Legal Referral program is accepting calls from clients with disabilities in Ottawa and the Champlain region who require legal assistance.… |
| JusticeNet | Non-profit organization links individuals seeking legal advice that are unable to obtain legal advice due to high cost or due to their ineligibility to obtain… |
| College of Optometrists of Ontario | Regulates the optometry profession in Ontario * investigates complaints * website has Find an Optometrist section |
| Workers' Action Centre | Covid-19 -- support available by telephone; all in-person meetings and workshops cancelled until further noticeWorkers rights education information and referral on work-related issues such as… |