CANS Workforce Development

Working in a Respectful and Inclusive Workplace

The Working in a Respectful and Inclusive Workplace online course looks at how a respectful and inclusive workplace can benefit everyone by eliminating discrimination and harassment, and how everyone can create respect through inclusive communication, teamwork, and mentorship. The course consists of eight (8) lessons, for a total duration of about three (3) hours of self-paced, online instruction.

In partnership with Buildforce Canada and the NS Apprenticeship Agency, CANS is able to provide this training to our members FREE of charge (typically a $100 cost, one PIN per company).

Video: Watch for more information on how to take advantage of this course

Respectful and Inclusive Workplace Toolkit

Along with the online course, you also have access to the Respectful and Inclusive Workplace Toolkit which was developed with input from industry and offers the support needed to assist the construction and maintenance industry in creating a respectful and welcoming workplace for everyone.

The Toolkit includes three tools:

1. The Respectful Workplace Online Self-Assessment Tool for management to evaluate existing corporate policies and procedures and highlight any gaps that may exist.
2. A Respectful Workplace Policy Framework that can be used as is or adapted by construction companies, and a supporting Implementation Guide to assist employers in ensuring that the policy framework becomes a living document that will have a direct and lasting impact on their company’s culture.
3. The Working in a Respectful and Inclusive Workplace online course designed for workers and supervisors. Click here for course information.

Click HERE to find these tools and more resources from Buildforce Canada.