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Violence Prevention Avalon East is now offering free Bystander Awareness training in the workplace!Want to learn more? R...
03/06/2026

Violence Prevention Avalon East is now offering free Bystander Awareness training in the workplace!

Want to learn more? Reach out at: [email protected]

Family Violence LeaveEmployers’ ObligationsUnder the Labour Standards Act, employees are entitled to 3 days of paid leav...
02/17/2026

Family Violence Leave
Employers’ Obligations

Under the Labour Standards Act, employees are entitled to 3 days of paid leave and 7 days of unpaid Family Violence Leave. These days may be used to seek medical attention or counselling, move house, enter a shelter, seek legal counsel, or access the justice system or other professional services.

An employee must be employed for more than 30 days to be eligible for this leave

You may request a note to confirm the purpose of this leave

You are legally bound to keep all information regarding IPV leave confidential

An employee cannot be fired for asking for or receiving this leave

IPV leave qualifies as “protected leave,” meaning you must return the employee to working conditions that are not less favourable

Unused days expire at the end of each year and do not accrue

Relevant managers in your company are aware of this important benefit and know how to respond to requests for this leave.

Does your workplace have a policy to address IPV? Organizations such as Violence Prevention Avalon East offer Workplace Bystander Awareness training, and the St. John’s Status of Women’s Council provides individualized Equity at Work consultations.

Posters on Workers’ Rights and Employer Obligations have been circulated with stakeholder organizations.

Want one for your workplace?
Email us at: [email protected]

Or posters can be printed here: https://www.canva.com/design/DAG-gZmOwCc/nKet4jb0PMV-l71-FLZdOQ/view?utm_content=DAG-gZmOwCc&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=hb6f6035ad5

Family Violence LeaveWorker RightsIn 2019, the Labour Standards Act was amended to recognize family violence and intimat...
02/16/2026

Family Violence Leave
Worker Rights

In 2019, the Labour Standards Act was amended to recognize family violence and intimate partner violence (IPV). This leave may be used by those who are directly impacted, or who are the parents or caregivers of children affected by family violence.

Employees are entitled to 3 days of paid leave and 7 days of unpaid leave. These days may be used to seek medical attention or counselling, move house, enter a shelter, seek legal counsel, or access the justice system or other professional services.

• You must be employed for more than 30 days to be eligible for this leave. You may be asked to provide a note to confirm the purpose of this leave. Your employers are legally bound to keep all information regarding IPV leave confidential. An employee cannot be fired for asking for or receiving this leave

• IPV leave qualifies as “protected leave,” meaning you must be returned to working conditions that are not less favourable

• Unused days expire at the end of each year and do not accrue

Posters on Workers’ Rights and Employer Obligations have been circulated with stakeholder organizations.

Want one for your workplace?
Email us at: [email protected]
Or print one directly from Canva: https://www.canva.com/design/DAG_Eu2kEs4/A8LxAS5NqeCzMjxEvzGuzQ/view?utm_content=DAG_Eu2kEs4&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=uniquelinks&utlId=h058dbf46ba

February is Black History Month.A time to learn, unlearn and celebrate.Support local initiatives this month, such as a f...
02/03/2026

February is Black History Month.

A time to learn, unlearn and celebrate.

Support local initiatives this month, such as a flag raising at city hall on the 9th. And St. John’s 5th Black Owned Market on the 12th.

February is Violence Prevention Month!This year, VPAE will be focusing on Bystander Awareness/Intervention. Throughout t...
02/03/2026

February is Violence Prevention Month!

This year, VPAE will be focusing on Bystander Awareness/Intervention.

Throughout the month we will be sharing tangible action items, info on labour laws, and educational resources.

Stay tuned!

Free mindfulness workshop, Tuesday the 27th!Great for those looking to work through stress, anxiety and implement mindfu...
01/26/2026

Free mindfulness workshop, Tuesday the 27th!

Great for those looking to work through stress, anxiety and implement mindfulness into their everyday lives!

Register:https://bit.ly/49Zv8KI

01/26/2026

Tell your friends, tell your family, tell your 10 year long situationship that you secretly yearn for: The St. John’s hot chocolate festival officially starts today!

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01/26/2026

Due to the heavy snow in the forecast, our centre and phone lines will be closed tomorrow, January 27th. We have attempted to contact everyone scheduled for an appointment tomorrow and will be reaching out by the end of the week to reschedule. We will reopen at 9am on Wednesday, January 28th. Stay safe!

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20 Hallet Crescent
St. John's, NL
A1B4C5

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