{"id":27066,"date":"2026-07-09T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-07-09T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/hr\/?page_id=27066"},"modified":"2026-10-15T09:29:31","modified_gmt":"2026-10-15T13:29:31","slug":"get-help-at-work","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/hr\/get-help-at-work\/","title":{"rendered":"Get Help at Work"},"content":{"rendered":"    \n<section class=\"w-screen px-6 cu-section cu-section--white ml-offset-center md:px-8 lg:px-14\">\n    <div class=\"space-y-6 cu-max-w-child-max  md:space-y-10 cu-prose-first-last\">\n\n        \n                    \n                    \n            \n    <div class=\"cu-wideimage relative flex items-center justify-center mx-auto px-8 overflow-hidden md:px-16 rounded-xl not-prose  my-6 md:my-12 first:mt-0 bg-opacity-50 bg-cover bg-cu-black-50 py-24 md:py-28 lg:py-36 xl:py-48\" style=\"background-image: url(https:\/\/carleton.ca\/hr\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2026\/03\/P_CarletonPhotography_DUCPhotoshootLibrary_20062-072-1024x683.jpg); background-position: 50% 50%;\">\n\n                    <div class=\"absolute top-0 w-full h-screen\" style=\"background-color:rgba(0,0,0,0.600);\"><\/div>\n        \n        <div class=\"relative z-[2] max-w-4xl w-full flex flex-col items-center gap-2 cu-wideimage-image cu-zero-first-last\">\n            <header class=\"mx-auto mb-6 text-center text-white cu-pageheader cu-component-updated cu-pageheader--center md:mb-12\">\n\n                                    <h1 class=\"cu-prose-first-last font-semibold mb-2 text-3xl md:text-4xl lg:text-5xl lg:leading-[3.5rem] cu-pageheader--center text-center mx-auto after:left-px\">\n                        Get Help at Work\n                    <\/h1>\n                \n                            <\/header>\n        <\/div>\n\n            <\/div>\n\n    \n\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"get-help-at-work\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Get Help at Work<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-right is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-89b4c9e9 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/\">Quick Exit<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong class=\"myprefix-text-bold\">Carleton University\u2019s Sexual Assault Support Centre (CUSASC)<\/strong> \u2013 The Centre is an intersectional space that provides sexual violence support services to all genders. Services include: listening; providing resources; and support which are free and <strong>confidential.<\/strong> If you require more information, please call 613-520-5622 or email the&nbsp;<a href=\"http:\/\/mail%20to:%20equity@carleton.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Carleton University Sexual Assault Support Centre<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Individuals who experience workplace sexual violence should submit a report in accordance with the <a href=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/sexual-violence-policy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sexual Violence Policy.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Receiving a Disclosure:<br>If you receive a disclosure, please refer to the <a href=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/equity\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/152\/Sexual-Violence-Disclosure-Guide.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Responding to Disclosures<\/a> resource for helpful information. You can support the person by referring them to the Carleton University Sexual Assault Centre. If you require more information, please call 613-520-5622 or email the <a href=\"mailto:equity@carleton.ca\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Carleton University Sexual Assault Support Centre<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have witnessed workplace violence or harassment, please speak to a Manager or Supervisor or to Campus Safety Services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em class=\"myprefix-text-italic\">Disclaimer: Everyone who seeks support from the Centre will be treated with dignity. Our services are free, confidential, and available to all students, staff and faculty at Carleton.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong class=\"myprefix-text-bold\">Campus Safety<\/strong> <strong class=\"myprefix-text-bold\">Services (CSS)<\/strong> \u2013 CSS can support with the creation of personal safety plans, direct the installation of safety equipment, and provide support via the Safe Walk program. In the event of an emergency on campus, Campus Safety Services is to be contacted at (613) 520-4444.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/safety\/personal-safety-plan\/\">Personal Safety Plan<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/safety\/protect-yourself\/panic-pendant-wireless-personal-security-alarm-program\/\">Panic Pendant Wireless Personal Security Alarm Program &#8211; Campus Safety Services<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/safety\/protect-yourself\/walking-alone-late-at-night\/\">Safe Walk Program &#8211; Campus Safety Services<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em class=\"myprefix-text-italic\">Disclaimer: <\/em>All Intimate Partner Violence (IPV), Domestic Violence (DV), and Sexual Violence (SV) reports made to CSS will be shared with the Ottawa Police Service, who may contact individuals for follow-up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you have any questions or concerns about privacy and confidentiality at Carleton, please visit the Privacy Office website for policies and resources, or <a href=\"mailto:University_Privacy_Office@carleton.ca.\">contact the office by email<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-right is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-89b4c9e9 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/\">Quick Exit<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong class=\"myprefix-text-bold\">Employee Assistance Options<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/hr\/efap-2\">Employee and Family Assistance Program<\/a>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Crisis 24\/7 Telephonic Access to Counsellors  1-800-668-9920<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Personal Counselling (assessment and short-term counselling)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Therapist Guided iCBT<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Accessible from anywhere in North America<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mental Health Coverage available through <a href=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/hr\/benefits\/benefits-details\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/hr\/benefits\/benefits-details\/\">Extended Health Care<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-right is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-89b4c9e9 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/\">Quick Exit<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong class=\"myprefix-text-bold\">CUPE 2424 Main Office<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/cupe2424.ca\/contact-us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Contact Us \u2013 CUPE 2424<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"get-help-in-the-community\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Get Help in the Community<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.octevaw-cocvff.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ottawa Coalition to End Violence Against Women (OCTEVAW)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.sanottawa.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sexual Assault Network Ottawa (SAN)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.awhl.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Assaulted Women\u2019s Helpline<\/a>&nbsp;(1-866-863-0511)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.minlodge.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Minwaashin Lodge<\/a>&nbsp;\u2013 First Nations, Inuit and M\u00e9tis communities (24\/7 Crisis Line 613-789-1141)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/immigrantwomenservices.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Immigrant Women\u2019s Services Ottawa&nbsp;<\/a>&nbsp;\u2013 Support for racialized, immigrant, and refugee women facing GBV<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ottawa Police Services \u2013&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ottawapolice.ca\/en\/reports-and-requests\/victim-support-unit.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Victim Support Unit<\/a>: 613-236-1222 ext. 2223 and&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.ottawapolice.ca\/en\/reports-and-requests\/victim-support-unit.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Intimate Partner Violence Unit<\/a>: 613-236-1222 ext. 7300<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sascottawa.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sexual Assault Support Centre of Ottawa<\/a> (SASCO)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dcottawa.on.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ottawa Distress Centre<\/a>: 24 hour 613-238-3311 TEXT 343-306-5550<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/unsafeathomeottawa.ca\/chat-text\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Unsafe at Home Ottawa<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sascottawa.com\/access-to-justice-hub\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Access to Justice Hub \u2013 SASCO (sascottawa.com)<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.nisafoundation.ca%2Fprograms%2Fnisa-homes%2Four-locations%2Fottawa%23%3A~%3Atext%3DEstablished%2520in%25202021%252C%2520Nisa%2520Homes%2Cor%2520other%2520forms%2520of%2520support.&amp;data=05%7C02%7CLeighPresseau%40cunet.carleton.ca%7Cf53ac5767f6241ef220c08de7f8ee407%7C6ad91895de06485ebc51fce126cc8530%7C0%7C0%7C639088448847883052%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=vNZJQ%2FUmL9UEkc2%2BGxPVQrN5UrmYscykRmCo1dsSxv4%3D&amp;reserved=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Nisa Foundation &#8211; Nisa Homes Ottawa<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sakeenahcanada.com\/locations\/ottawa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sakeenah Homes<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com\/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcfsottawa.ca%2Fsurvivordirectory%2F&amp;data=05%7C02%7CLeighPresseau%40cunet.carleton.ca%7C2ab36476421e42ef798808de81149f69%7C6ad91895de06485ebc51fce126cc8530%7C0%7C0%7C639090122683045139%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&amp;sdata=JYTk28Cgg9GkUrSJJUyo5PZtWifOS5P%2BE5f%2FGUhn2Ig%3D&amp;reserved=0\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Counselling and Family Services Ottawa<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-right is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-89b4c9e9 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/\">Quick Exit<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons 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