My manager has made my life miserable due to unfair treatment, biased attitude and disrespectful behavior. Can I take legal action against him? I don't have anything recorded information
Cenovus is a terrible company
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You can report your claims through the integrity helpline. It will be reviewed and next steps determined. I have used it twice in the past. They also have a nonretaliation. Pretty sure they have a page on the intranet about expect respect as well but don't quote me on that.
Seriously? every company has bad bosses, you think getting a lawyer is going to do anything. You should continue your career somewhere else.
Integrity hotline. Your one lawyer is going to get buried by the dozens Cenovus employs.
Op, don't get gaslit too much by the people here! Abusers are here telling you you werent abused, but if you were it was no big deal, and it was a big deal it was because you deserved it. These are definitely the worst of cenovus
Apply for another internal job. It could be also that you are either not psychologically stable, which means you need counseling. Or you are not qualified. Millions of reasons.
@k6+1js2x1wtw, did OP hurt your feelings by calling out your management style? You seem a bit unhinged.
Your company seems broken.
I’m sorry.
OP, who do you think you are? If you don't like it at Cenovus... then you can always QUIT. The company doesn't "owe" you a living and bosses who are je-ks are everywhere. Talk about an entitled attitude, "oh I'll just SUE them because my manager hurt my feelings". QUIT... go somewhere else and rid Cenovus of YOUR toxic attitude.
Anyone else feel like we’re missing a more lasting, anonymous space beyond this chat or Glassdoor? A place where we can share pay by level, raise and bonus patterns/information, call out unethical practices, and get advice on how to push back when leadership doesn’t listen.
I’m thinking of a peer-led space where we can crowdsource info, consult on unfair practices, and organize without outside interference. It’d be a place to discuss actions, decisions, and practices openly, even specific individuals in leadership or management, to hold people accountable and find ways to collectively navigate challenges. A low-key organizing hub for those who want to make change together.
It would need to be anonymous and off-platform, so it’s protected from immediate moderation or takedown requests. Instead of one person "owning" it, a few trusted people could co-manage the space, ensuring it doesn’t fall apart if someone leaves or gets pressured. Moderators would be responsible for anonymizing posts that reveal too much about the poster, weeding out slander, and ensuring that the information shared is valid, constructive, and focused to maintain a certain level of quality.
Is this a useful idea? Does anyone know how to go about this?
OP: I went through a similar situation with a manipulative manager here several years, and it was one of the most difficult periods of my life. I highly recommend connecting with a psychologist or counselor to help you navigate the mental and emotional toll of your work environment. They can also work with you on strategies for managing the dynamic with your boss. (Side note: it's frustrating how Cenovus would rather offer 10K annual mental health coverage than actually improve the workplace culture.)
Once you've started working with a mental health professional, ask them to help you articulate your experience using the appropriate psychological terms—particularly if what's happening could be classified as emotional or psychological abuse. It's also helpful to document how frequent or systemic the behavior is, along with specific examples.
From there, consider scheduling a consultation with an employment lawyer to understand your rights and what kind of documentation you'll need if you decide to take further action. A quick search for employment lawyers in your area should give you a few options. During the consult, you can also ask about your responsibilities in relation to your manager's conduct.
And yes, I agree with others—HR is not likely to be an ally in this kind of situation. They often prioritize protecting the organization over supporting employees.
OP, Yes. From what I hear Cenovus does not have long anyways. If you’re downstream, don’t come to work Monday
OP, I just want to add some extra context for you to consider.
HR, employment lawyers and labour relations are all very intertwined and protect each other and the companies they represent over people. Legal action can follow you to your next company, which is why most people do not speak out and they just move on.
Not to mention that the manager in question will hold a grudge for the rest of his life. I know that what people say to do seems like it should be a no brainer, but it is far more nuanced when reputations and allegations are concerned.
Journal every incident. Look up the "expect respect" stuff on the intranet to see how you can use that to your advantage. keep in mind HR is NOT your friend and is there to do whats best for the company and NOT YOU. good luck
You should