Publications and Resources

Nova SAFE is a mobile friendly resource developed by the Safety Branch where you can find plain language summaries, helpful definitions, and direct links to legislation for a variety of safety topics.

Read more about Harassment on Nova SAFE, Safety Information Made Simple.

 

The Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) offers fact sheets, courses, and other materials about preventing violence and harassment in the workplace.

Read more about Violence and Harassment in the Workplace on CCOHS.

 

The Workers’ Compensation Board of Nova Scotia (WCB Nova Scotia), in partnership with the Safety Branch, has developed a resource centre to support psychological health and safety in the workplace.

Visit the Psychological Health and Safety Resource Centre to learn more.

 

The Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) leads the development and dissemination of innovative programs and tools to support the mental health and wellness of people in Canada.

Learn more about the 13 Factors of Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace.

 

The Canadian Standards Association (CSA Group) is a leading standards organization that develops and maintains standards across various sectors to enhance safety, quality, and sustainability in Canada.

Learn more about the voluntary Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace standard.

 

The Nova Scotia Human Rights Commission (NSHRC) works with Nova Scotians and communities to address discrimination, advance equity and dignity, foster respectful relationships, and protect human rights.

Learn more about the Protected Characteristics in Nova Scotia.

SkillsOnlineNS is a free online learning platform for Nova Scotians, offering practical training to help prevent and address workplace harassment and promote respectful work environments.

 

The Safety Branch, in partnership with the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS), provides free health and safety training for Nova Scotians, offering up to eight courses annually.

 

The Prevent Workplace Harassment video provides an overview of recent changes to the Occupational Health and Safety Act that provide stronger protections for workers and address workplace harassment.

Watch the Prevent Workplace Harassment video on the Government of Nova Scotia's YouTube channel.

 

People can experience both physical and psychological injuries at work. A Gradual Onset Psychological Injury (GPI) develops over time from repeated stressors, often caused by ongoing bullying or harassment.

Visit WCB Nova Scotia to learn more about Gradual Onset Psychological Injury.