On September 16, 2021, the ministry announced regulatory changes to support post-secondary students reporting sexual violence or harassment. As a result, Subsection 36.0.2 of OntarioRegulation 415/06 (General) under  the Ontario Career Colleges Act, 2005 has been amended. The following regulation amendment will come into effect on March 1, 2022:

1. If students, in good faith, report an incident of, or make a complaint about, sexual violence, they will not be subject to discipline or sanctions for violations of the Ontario career college’s policies relating to drug or alcohol use at the time the alleged sexual violence occurred; 2. Students who disclose their experience of sexual violence through reporting an incident of, making a complaint about, or accessing supports and services for sexual violence, will not be asked irrelevant questions during the investigation process by the Ontario career college’s staff or investigators, including irrelevant questions relating to the student’s sexual expression or past sexual history.

Health and Beauty Canadian College is committed to providing a safe, respectful educational environment free from sexual violence for all students. Our policy ensures that students reporting sexual violence are treated with dignity and respect. This policy defines sexual violence and establishes procedures for training, reporting, investigation, and discipline in cases of sexual violence involving students, whether on campus or at college events. The alleged individual is referred to as the “Respondent,” and the reporting individual as the “Complainant.”

Definition of Sexual Violence
Sexual violence includes any act—physical or psychological—targeting a person’s sexuality, gender identity, or gender expression, conducted without consent. This includes sexual assault, harassment, stalking, exposure, voyeurism, and exploitation.

Training, Reporting, and Response
1. Policy Distribution and Training
Health and Beauty Canadian College includes a copy of the Sexual Violence Policy in student contracts and provides it to career college management, instructors, staff, and contractors. All relevant parties receive training on reporting, investigation, and response policy protocols.

2. Commitment from Internship Partners
Companies offering student internships must provide written assurance of compliance with applicable laws, including the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Occupational Health and Safety Act.

3. Reporting Incidents
Staff members aware of incidents or complaints of sexual violence must report them to the Campus Director. Affected students may contact the Campus Director for support services.

Health and Beauty Canadian college Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy provides students with access to supports and services without requiring them to report incidents of sexual violence. For assistance, students can contact the General Manager. This policy ensures students receive the necessary resources, including counseling and academic accommodations, while respecting their privacy and autonomy in handling such incidents.

General Manager: HEALTH AND BEAUTY CANADIAN COLLEGE
www.healthbeautycollege.com
info@healthbeautycollege.com
8403 Yonge St, Thornhill, L3T 6R2
Tel: 4169174747

4. Confidentiality and Information Security Health and Beauty Canadian College strives to keep personal information confidential unless there is an imminent risk to individuals. Documentation is stored securely and separately from student files.

5. Rights and Accommodations
Students have the right not to report incidents or participate in investigations. However, Health and Beauty Canadian College may be required to initiate an investigation if community safety is at risk. In all cases, Health and Beauty Canadian College supports students affected by sexual violence, offering access to counselling, medical care, and
community services without requiring a formal complaint.

Investigating Sexual Violence Reports
Students may submit written reports of sexual violence incidents to the Campus Director, who will determine the investigation process, potential police involvement, and necessary interim measures, such as separating the Respondent or altering coursework. During the investigation, the Complainant and Respondent can have support persons present, and all relevant parties and witnesses are interviewed. The Campus Director will review the evidence and decide on appropriate disciplinary actions.

Disciplinary Measures
If the Respondent engaged in sexual violence, corrective actions may include staff termination, student expulsion, or access restrictions to facilities. Appeal Process The Complainant or Respondent may appeal the investigation’s decision within 10 days by submitting a letter to the President.

Policy Violations and False Claims

False complaints or false information provisions are violations of this policy, as are retaliatory actions against individuals involved in complaints.  Disciplinary measures apply, including possible termination or expulsion.

Policy Review
Student input is considered in policy development and revisions. Health and Beauty Canadian College reviews this policy every three years.

Data Collection
Health and Beauty Canadian College collects and provides data as required under the Ontario Career Colleges Act to ensure policy compliance in 2005 as amended.

As per Section S36.0.2(2)14 of Ontario Regulation 415/06 under the Ontario Career Colleges Act, Health and Beauty Canadian College maintains a comprehensive Sexual Violence Policy. This policy aligns with the requirements of Ontario Regulation 415/06, S36.0.2, focusing on the prevention, reporting, investigation, and disciplinary response to incidents of sexual violence involving students.

Policy Compliance and Implementation
1. Definitions and Scope
Health and Beauty Canadian College defines sexual violence to include any unwanted sexual act or targeting of a person’s gender, sexuality, or gender expression, whether physical or psychological. Acts under this definition include sexual assault, harassment, voyeurism, indecent exposure, stalking, and exploitation, as required by S36.0.2 of Ontario’s regulation.

2. Policy Availability and Training o A copy of this policy is provided to all students as part of their enrolment agreement. o Faculty, staff, contractors, and relevant college officials receive policy training to understand reporting, investigative, and response procedures. o Training is focused on ensuring that all personnel can adequately support and respond to sexual violence complaints in compliance with Ontario regulation requirements.

3. Support and Reporting Procedures o Students affected by sexual violence can access support through designated campus personnel.
o Faculty and staff are instructed to report incidents to the Campus Director immediately, ensuring timely and appropriate responses.

o Health and Beauty Canadian College strives to maintain confidentiality for involved individuals unless there is a risk to individual or community safety, as outlined in the legislation.

4. Investigative Process
o Upon receiving a report, Health and Beauty Canadian College promptly assesses whether an internal investigation is necessary, and if so, which parties will conduct it.
o Investigations include gathering detailed statements from both the Complainant and Respondent, as well as any relevant witnesses, to ensure a fair and thorough process.
o Where warranted, the college will report incidents to police authorities in alignment with Ontario’s requirements, without awaiting the Complainant’s consent if public safety is at risk.

5. Disciplinary Measures and Appeals
o Disciplinary measures for substantiated incidents of sexual violence may include student expulsion, termination of staff, or access restrictions.
o Complainants and Respondents have the right to appeal decisions through a formal process to the President, ensuring procedural fairness.

6. Review and Amendments
o Health and Beauty Canadian College commits to reviewing its Sexual Violence Policy at least every three years or as needed to incorporate updates in legislation.
o Student input is integrated into the review process to align with Ontario’s regulatory emphasis on inclusive policy development. Compliance with S36.0.2 of Ontario Regulation 415/06 In line with Ontario Regulation 415/06, Health and Beauty Canadian College’s Sexual Violence Policy supports an educational environment free from harassment, aligning with provincial requirements to protect student rights and safety comprehensively. This policy is part of Health and Beauty Canadian College’s broader commitment to maintaining a secure, respectful academic environment.

Appendix 1

Canadian Association of Sexual Assault Centres

Ontario -Provincial
English
Assaulted Women’s Helpline
Toll Free: 1-866-863-0511
#SAFE (#7233) on Bell, Rogers, Fido or TELUS mobile
TTY: 416-364-8762
www.awhl.org

Français Fem’aide
Telephone toll-free: 1-877-336-2433
ATS: 1 866 860-7082
www.femaide.ca
Sexual Assault/Domestic Violence Treatment Centres Local Brantford
Sexual Assault Centre of Brantford
Crisis: 519-751-3471
Office: 519-751-1164
sexualassaultcentre@sacbrant.ca
http://sacbrant.ca/

Guelph Guelph-Wellington Women in Crisis
Crisis: 519-836-5710
1-800-265-7233
Office: 519-823-5806
www.gwwomenincrisis.org
Halton region (Milton)

Sexual Assault and Violence Intervention Services of Halton
905-875-1555
Administration # 905-825-3622
http://www.savisofhalton.org/
Halton Women’s Place
North Halton
Shelter 905-878-8970
Crisis # 905-878-8555
South Halton
Shelter 905-332-1593
Crisis # 905-332-7892
http://haltonwomensplace.com/

Hamilton Sexual Assault Centre (Hamilton and Area)
Crisis: (905) 525-4162
Office (905) 525-4573
TTY: 905-525-4592
www.sacha.ca

Kitchener-Waterloo Sexual Assault Support Centre of Waterloo Region
Crisis: 519.741.8633
Office: 519.571.0121
info@sascwr.org
www.kwsasc.org
St. Catharines
Niagara Region Sexual Assault Centre
Crisis: (905) 682-4584
Office: (905) 682-7258
carsa@sexualassaultniagara.org
http://sexualassaultniagara.org/

Sexual Assault & Violence Intervention Services of Halton ,

Crisis: 905-875- 1555 or 1-877-268-8416 ,

Office: 905-825-3622 ,www.savisofhalton.org

Hamilton ,Sexual Assault Centre (Hamilton and Area)

Crisis: (905) 525-4162 ,Office (905) 525-4573
,TTY: 905-525-4592 ,www.sacha.ca
Sexual Assault/Domestic Violence Treatment Centre (SA/DVTC) Metropolitan Campus, 4th
Floor 1995 Lens Ave Windsor, ON N8W 1L9 519-255-2234 www.wrh.on.ca
Sexual Assault/ Domestic Violence Treatment Centre Chatham – Kent Health Alliance 80 Grand
Ave. W Chatham, ON N7L 1B7 519-352-6400 ext 6382 www.sacc.to

Windsor Police Services

150 Goyeau St. PO Box 60 Windsor, ON N9A 6J5 Emergencies: 911 Non-
Emergency: 519-258-6111 www.police.windsor.on.ca

Chatham Police Services 24 Third St. PO Box 366 Chatham, ON N7M 5K5 Emergencies: 911 Non- Emergency: 519-354-1234 www.ckpolice.com

If you are in immediate danger, call 911

CANADIAN AND PROVINCIAL SUPPORTS AND RESOURCE
Assaulted Women’s Helpline, http://www.awhl.org, Toll Free: 1-866-863-0511,Mobile: #SAFE (#7233)
Good2Talk, https://good2talk.ca, 1-866-925-5454
211 Ontario, https://211ontario.ca/, Dial – 211
Male Survivors of Sexual Abuse, 1-866-887-0015
Trans Life Line, www.translifeline.org, 1-877-330-6366
Shelter Safe, https://www.sheltersafe.ca
Ontario Coalition of Rape Crisis Centres, https://sexualassaultsupport.ca