Concluding an Investigation

• Making a Determination/Finding: Analysis and weighting of evidence – does the complaint have merit?
• Will a written report be required? (Format)
• Making recommendations
• Review of the findings and outcome (Disclosure)
• Taking Action/Liability Issues/Corrective Action
• Prevention

Investigation Checklist

• Neutrality/Impartiality/Credibility of the Investigator(s) (Perceptions/Appearance)
• Confidentiality/Privacy Issues
• Safety Issues
• Right to Representation (Role of Union)
• Translation/Accessibility/Cultural Considerations
• Thorough Investigation/Obtain Best Evidence
• Credibility/Reliability Factors
• The Investigation File/Documentation
• Communicating Results of Investigation (To Whom – Disclosure)
• Periodic Review – Maintaining Records/Statistics/Being Proactive
• The Possibility of External Investigations (OHRC, Police, Union, Ministry of Labour)