Workplace Investigations in Chilliwack
Independent. Impartial. Legally Sound.
When serious concerns arise in the workplace, including harassment and misconduct, employers have a legal and ethical duty to investigate. At Glendinning Smith LLP, we conduct independent third-party workplace investigations for organizations across Chilliwack and the Fraser Valley.
Our team provides discreet, unbiased, and defensible investigations that meet legal requirements, support procedural fairness, and promote workplace integrity. Whether the issue involves harassment, discrimination, bullying, or a violation of internal policy, we ensure your process is thorough, fair, and compliant.
Why Use a Third-Party Investigator in Chilliwack?
Internal investigations are often inappropriate or ineffective when:
- There’s a power imbalance between the complainant and the respondent
- The allegation involves senior leadership or HR staff
- The organization needs to demonstrate impartiality
- The matter may result in legal action or regulatory review
Hiring an independent workplace investigator protects both your employees and your organization by ensuring fairness, credibility, and legal defensibility.
Our Investigation Services Services Include
1. Harassment and Bullying Allegations
- Psychological harassment or bullying
- Sexual harassment
- Poisoned work environment claims
- Investigations under internal harassment policies
2. Discrimination and Human Rights Complaints
- Allegations based on race, gender, disability, age, etc.
- Complaints involving failure to accommodate
- Investigations tied to Human Rights Code obligations
3. Code of Conduct and Misconduct Investigations
- Breach of workplace policies
- Theft, fraud, or ethical misconduct
- Conflicts of interest and professional boundary violations
4. Workplace Culture Reviews
- Systemic workplace issues
- Team dynamics and leadership concerns
- Anonymous interviews and culture audits
5. Trauma-Informed Investigations
- Sensitive complaints involving violence, trauma, or identity-based harm
- Culturally responsive and legally compliant investigation methods
Our Investigation Process
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Mandate and Scope
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Initial consultation to define scope, parties, and issues
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Agreement on confidentiality, timelines, and reporting structure
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Document and Policy Review
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Review of relevant workplace policies, contracts, and past complaints
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Interviews
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Neutral, respectful interviews with complainants, respondents, and witnesses
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Evidence Analysis
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Evaluation of testimony and documentary evidence
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Consistency checks and credibility assessments
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Findings and Report
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Clear, factual findings grounded in policy and law
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Option for recommendations or next-step guidance
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Why Organizations in Chilliwack Choose Us
Truly Independent
Legally Defensible
Experienced in Workplace Law
Discreet and Confidential
Serving Chilliwack and the Fraser Valley
Truly Independent
Legally Defensible
Experienced in Workplace Law
Discreet and Confidential
Serving Chilliwack and the Fraser Valley
Who We Work With
- Private sector businesses
- Religious and charitable organizations
- School boards and post-secondary institutions
- Municipalities and government departments
- Health care and long-term care providers
- Private sector businesses
- Religious and charitable organizations
- School boards and post-secondary institutions
- Municipalities and government departments
- Health care and long-term care providers
When to Call Us
- You’ve received a formal or informal complaint of harassment or discrimination
- Your internal HR team is too close to the issue
- A matter is too sensitive or complex for in-house handling
- You need a credible investigation to protect your organization’s reputation and legal standing