On April 3, CBABC sent a letter to Attorney General Niki Sharma, KC urging the regulation of non-disclosure agreements in B.C.
CBABC is concerned about the widespread misuse of NDAs, which can silence survivors of harassment or discrimination, and whistleblowers. We call on the B.C. government to introduce legislation that prohibits NDAs related to claims of harassment or discrimination so survivors can speak out.
The letter notes that over 20 U.S. states and European jurisdictions have adopted laws curtailing the misuse of NDAs. Here in Canada, Prince Edward Island recently passed such a law, and several other provincial governments are considering taking the same step.
Questions? Email us at advocacy@cbabc.org