DND/CAF launches new approach for CAF Workplace Harassment and Violence Prevention

March 7, 2025 – Defence Stories

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A new approach for workplace harassment and violence prevention is now in effect for members of the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF). As of March 1, 2025, a revised policy, DAOD 5014-0, Workplace Harassment and Violence Prevention, is in effect for all Defence Team members.

This updated policy aligns the CAF Harassment program with the public service employee Workplace Harassment and Violence Prevention (WHVP) Program resulting in one unified approach for dealing with harassment and violence in the workplace, applicable to both Department of National Defence (DND) public service employees and CAF members. Going forward, all incidents of harassment and violence in the Defence Team will be managed by the Workplace Harassment and Violence Prevention Program.

Want more information?

For more details on the key changes, why we are making this change, and what you can do to support this change, visit: New approach for CAF Workplace Harassment and Violence Prevention coming soon.

Have any questions or feedback?

For questions or feedback about this policy change, please contact the WHVP Centre of Expertise by email at WHVPCoE-PHVCE@forces.gc.ca. Defence Team members who are looking for support in submitting a formal complaint or dealing with any type of workplace conflict can contact their local Conflict and Complaint Management Services office.