Workshops
The Commission offers regular public workshops to increase awareness about the Commission and the NWT Human Rights Act. Upcoming workshops are listed below.
The Commission also offers tailored workshops on request. For more information about workshops on specific topics, visit Employment, Tenancy, or Public Services. To request a tailored workshop, contact us.
Upcoming Workshops:
Lancaster Audio Conferences – Winter 2012 (FREE events)
- March 14, 2012 – 10:00 a.m. to 12:oo noon: “Urine or You’re Out”. This audio conference explores the changing law on random drug testing and the alternatives. It will address some of the controversies involved in workplace drug testing, including how drug tests work, and the “balancing” and “risk” approaches to drug testing.
This free audio conference is available to workplaces across the NWT. If you are interested in participating, call the Commission: 1-888-669-5575.
“Human Rights at Work” – Employer Workshop
This full day workshop will introduce employers, managers and supervisors to the NWT Human Rights Act and how it applies to the workplace. Topics include: the duty to accommodate & workplace harassment. This workshop will be delivered in 3 locations:
- February 28, 2012 – Fort Smith. Aurora College – Room 148. 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Cost: $50.00 (includes materials & lunch)
- March 12, 2012 – Inuvik. Inuvik Centennial Library. 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Cost: Free
- March 29, 2012 – Yellowknife. Northwest Tower (Northwestel), 6th Floor Boardroom. 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Cost: $50.00 (includes materials & lunch)
To register, call the Commission: 1-888-669-5575.
