Premier’s Office releases Respectful Workplace Policy

Jun 1, 2022 | 10:36 AM

EDMONTON, AB – A new Respectful Workplace Policy (RWP) for political staff in the Government of Alberta has been released after a comprehensive review of human resources policies.

Government officials say the RWP includes detailed information on how to make a complaint, how investigations will be conducted, consequences for violation, and definitions of various types of workplace harassment.

The policy was written by Jamie Pytel and Alex Matthews of Kingsgate Legal. They conducted an extensive review of existing HR policies at the Premier’s Office’s request.

“Political staff work in a dynamic and high-pressure environment,” says Pytel. “This policy recognizes these unique workplace considerations while protecting staff from harassment, including sexual harassment and discrimination. This policy is a positive step forward for people working in politics.”

Along with the updated policy, the premier and all ministers have signed a statement confirming their commitment to a harassment-free workplace.

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The new policy is said to support the Executive Council’s commitment to ensuring that work environments that is free of harassment, sexual harassment, discrimination, and violence.

To support these efforts across the Government of Alberta, Executive Council has ensured members of the Alberta public service, agencies, boards, commissions, and the Legislative Assembly of Alberta completed anti-harassment workforce training.

by RD News Now