National Clearinghouse on Family Violence E-Bulletin
February 2011

Focus on Family Violence in the Workplace

Sharing knowledge on family violence prevention
February 2011 Issue

Family violence¹ affects individuals and their families, as well as communities and workplaces. Did you know, for example, that intimate partner violence against women results in lost earnings and tax revenue estimated at $34.2 million per year? Apart from workplace costs related to absenteeism, further costs result from less productivity, more errors and accidents, and negative effects on co-workers.

This issue features current Canadian resources and initiatives related to family violence in the workplace. This includes actions between intimate partners that range from harassing phone calls to stalking to homicide - all occuring within the context of the workplace.

Learn about what’s happening across Canada, including key dates and events.

1. Family violence refers to physical, sexual, financial and emotional abuse, exposure to family violence, as well as physical and emotional neglect. In this e-bulletin, the terms family violence and domestic violence are used interchangeably.

Ontario introduces new legislation, provincial resources and local initiatives to make employers responsible for addressing family violence...read more 

Research explores the role of unions in addressing domestic violence in the workplace...read more

 

 

 

Canadian Forces make addressing family violence a priority

Manitoba launches initiative to educate employers and support employees affected by family violence

New Brunswick toolkit helps businesses take responsibility to prevent family violence

Learn about upcoming days, conferences, and events in your area...read more

New resources

Articles of Interest on Family Violence in the Workplace

The May 2011 NCFV E-bulletin will focus on violence by women and girls.            

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