Program Directors

Lauren Bernardi

Bernardi Human Resource Law LLP

Suhaib Ibrahim

Bernardi Human Resource Law LLP

Eligible for

Now, more than ever before, it’s important to have more than basic knowledge and skills to carry out fair, and effective, workplace investigations. Osgoode’s Advanced Certificate program takes your skills to the next level.  

Taught by some of the country’s leading experts, you will learn how to carry out effective interviews in the most challenging circumstances and write clear and convincing reports.

Registration includes 120-day unlimited, online access to the recorded program.

What You’ll Learn

Over 4 intensive online modules you will “learn by doing”. Topics covered include:

Understanding and Investigating Complaints of Workplace Harassment, Sexual Harassment and Sexual Assault

Investigating Allegations of Racism, Systemic Racism, Prejudice and Bias in the Workplace

  • Establishing systemic racism – what type of evidence is required?
  • Examples of systemic discrimination and harassment stereotyping and racial profiling in the workplace

Mobbing – What is It and How to Tackle it Effectively

Complicated Allegations of Workplace Bullying

Writing Compelling Reports

Responding Effectively in a Trauma Informed Investigation

  • Defining trauma, and recognizing the forms of trauma
  • How to respond effectively in an investigation using a trauma informed approach
  • Tips and tools for assessing credibility in a trauma informed investigation

Recognizing the Signs and Impact of Implicit Bias

  • The impact of biases on an investigation, including biases of witnesses and biases of the investigator
  • Strategies and tools to mitigate investigator bias

Plus! Don’t miss the hands-on practical exercises, where participants will be involved in interview simulations in some of the most challenging scenarios in investigations work. This is an unparalleled opportunity to improve your skills.

Who Should Attend

Note this program is intended for more experienced professionals/practitioners who have either participated in at least ten (10) workplace investigations in the past and wish to further refine their skills, and/or those who have completed an accredited* workplace investigations program.

* For example, the Workplace Investigations Certificate Program offered by the HRPA.

Human Resources Professionals

Employment and Labour Lawyers

Workplace Investigators

Trade Union Representatives

Workplace Consultants/Educators

Faculty

Program Directors

Lauren Bernardi

Bernardi Human Resource Law LLP

Suhaib Ibrahim

Bernardi Human Resource Law LLP

Advisory Board

Dean Benard

President + CEO, Benard & Associates

Kenda Murphy

Kenda’s Law

Emma Phillips

Goldblatt Partners LLP

Hena Singh

Singh Investigations & Mediations; Singh Lamarche LLP

Past Instructors

Sarah Atkinson

Lawyer, Workplace Investigator, Mediator

Esi Cudjoe

Turnpenney Milne LLP

Mihad Fahmy

Mihad Fahmy Law

William Goldbloom

WG Resolutions

Monica R. Jeffrey

JMJ Workplace Investigation Law LLP

Lavinia Latham

Bernardi Human Resource Law LLP

Lenore Lukasik-Foss

Director, Sexual Violence Prevention and Response Office and Anti Oppression Programs, Equity and Inclusion Office, McMaster University

Nathaniel Marshall

Marshall Workplace Law

Mireille Mortimer

Mortimer Khoraych Professional Corporation

Natasha Savoline

Bernardi Human Resource Law LLP

Bill Lemon

Superintendent, Waterloo Region District School Board

“The content provided both theoretical and legal frameworks for consideration. The cases were challenging and deepened understanding.”

Agenda

Please Note

The information below is from the 2024 iteration of this certificate. A detailed agenda for the upcoming program will be available soon.

Register

Apr 22, 28 & May 12 & 22, 2025

Please Note: Live online attendance is mandatory on Day 3 (May 12, 2025) from 1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. ET

$3,995 + TAX

Time

April 22, 2025

9:00 a.m – 4:30 p.m (ET)

April 28, 2025

9:00 a.m – 4:30 p.m (ET)

May 12, 2025

9:00 a.m – 4:30 p.m (ET)

May 22, 2025

9:00 a.m – 4:30 p.m (ET)


Printable Registration Form

If a downloadable form is required, please contact osgoodepd@osgoode.yorku.ca.

“Is financial assistance or funding available?”

As law evolves, we know how important it is to stay up to date. We also understand the financial implications of continuously upgrading your professional skills and knowledge. For more information on available options, including Job Grants, OSAP, please visit:

Certificate Requirements

To receive an Osgoode Certificate, you must view all program modules, either live or archived, and participate in the live online practical interview sessions, scheduled for May 12, 2025 from 1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. ET.

Vicki Shannon

Protective Services Consultant, Ontario Principals’ Council

“Working often in groups is helpful to both have more in-depth discussion which formed solid responses, as well has having the opportunity to interact personally with other members of the group.”

CPD and Accreditation

OsgoodePD is an accredited provider with the LSO, the Law Society of BC and NY CLE Board. Select your location to view the eligible hours you may claim.

CPD Hours
Format
Contact us for inquiries about other provinces.
Substantive18h 30m
Professionalism30m
EDI3h 30m
Total22h 30m
APPROVED BY HRPA FOR24 Continuing Professional Development hours

Are you reporting hours from a previous date?

View our CPD & Accreditation page to see previously calculated hours for this course.

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Program content questions

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dthomas@osgoode.yorku.ca

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