Overview
Updated to reflect revisions to the Labour Relations Act, 1995,
this introductory guide provides a basic understanding of collective
agreements in Canada. It sets out the common concepts of collective
agreements and explains the meaning of the standard provisions and
their most frequent variations.
Coverage includes:
- The Recognition Clause
- Union Security
- Management Rights
- No Strikes or Lock-Outs
- Protecting Bargaining Unit Work
- Non-Discrimination
- Progressive Discipline
- The Grievance Procedure
- Arbitration
- Seniority: Layoff and Recall
- Health and Safety
- Reporting and Call-In Pay
- Holiday Pay
- Wages
- Vacation Pay
- Technological Change
- Leave of Absence
- Seniority: Acquisition and Relinquishment
