Insults directed at a person's gender, skin color, place of origin, sexual choice, suggestive comments or language and demeaning remarks to unwelcome touching, grabbing, and other physical assaluts.

Leering and verbal abuse, as well as demands for sex accompanied by coercion, blackmail or threats of reprisals.

Pinups, graffiti, jokes and slurs even when they are not directed at an individual can poison a work environment, making it hostile and intimidating for women workers.

*These have been judged as offensive by the recipient (woman) attacked, whether or not it was the intention of the man to harass, abuse, or assault. (B.C. Ombudsman Public Report No. 29)

*Ignorance of what constitutes sexual harassment is not a defense against a charge. (Canada Labour Code).