A whistleblower is a person who reports a serious problem at work.
This could be something that is unsafe, dishonest, or against the law. At Circle of Care, you can report a concern without worrying about losing your job or being treated unfairly.
Whistleblower Incident Reporting
What is a Whistleblower?
What You Should Report
Please report if you see another Circle of Care employee committing any of the following acts:
- Breaking the law.
- Breaking Circle of Care’s policies or Code of Conduct.
- Harassment, bullying, discrimination, or workplace violence.
- Sexual harassment or inappropriate sexual behaviour.
- Unsafe work that could hurt someone.
- Stealing, fraud, or misuse of money or property.
- Changing or creating false records or documents.
- Accepting money, gifts, discounts, or favours from a client or anybody working with Circle of Care.
- Any serious problem that could harm Circle of Care or our clients.
Only report something if you honestly believe it is true. Knowingly making a false report may lead to disciplinary action.
Who Will Read My Report?
Your report will be sent to the Vice President (VP) of Human Resources.
If needed, other senior leaders may help with looking into the report.
Will I Get in Trouble for Reporting?
No. If you report a concern honestly, Circle of Care will not punish you or treat you unfairly for speaking up.
What Happens After I Make a Report?
After you submit a report:
- We will review your report.
- If needed, we will investigate the report.
- If you provide your name and contact information, we will let you know that we received your report.
- We may contact you if we need more information.
You can also make a report without giving your name.
Will My Information Be Kept Private?
Yes. Circle of Care will keep your information as private as possible.
You can:
- Give your name and contact information in your report.
OR
- Make an anonymous (not provide your name or contact information) report.
We will review reports with or without your name.
How to Submit a Whistleblower Report
If you have seen or know about a serious problem at Circle of Care, please complete the Whistleblower Report Form below.
Speaking up helps keep Circle of Care safe, respectful, and honest for everyone.