The University's responsibility in the academic environment
The University of Ottawa is committed to providing a respectful learning and workplace environment that is free from harassment and discrimination. In accordance with the Policy 67a - Prevention of Harassment and Discrimination and Ontario Human Rights Code, every person is to be valued and treated with dignity and respect and be free from reprisal or the threat of reprisal by any individual in a position to confer, grant or deny a benefit or advancement as a result of the rejection of a sexual advance or for complaining of inappropriate behaviour.