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Which of the following scenarios best illustrates the role of a shop steward?
Which of the following scenarios best illustrates the role of a shop steward?
- Managing the local union's finances and preparing annual financial reports.
- Representing a union member in a disciplinary meeting with management and informing new hires about the benefits of union membership. (correct)
- Coordinating fundraising efforts for a local charity supported by the union.
- Negotiating a new collective agreement with the employer on behalf of all union members.
A local union is facing a challenging grievance procedure. Which entity would BEST provide guidance and support to the local union?
A local union is facing a challenging grievance procedure. Which entity would BEST provide guidance and support to the local union?
- The Union Executive Board.
- The Provincial Labour Federation.
- The Parent Union. (correct)
- The Labour Council.
What is the primary function of Provincial Labour Federations?
What is the primary function of Provincial Labour Federations?
- Managing the day-to-day operations of local unions.
- Lobbying the provincial government on labour legislation issues. (correct)
- Coordinating social activities and events for union members across the province.
- Providing strike support to local unions within the province.
Which of the following reflects a primary assumption underlying Canadian labour laws?
Which of the following reflects a primary assumption underlying Canadian labour laws?
How are Labour Councils primarily funded?
How are Labour Councils primarily funded?
What role does the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) play within the Canadian labour movement?
What role does the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) play within the Canadian labour movement?
A company operating solely within the province of Ontario would typically fall under which jurisdiction regarding labour relations?
A company operating solely within the province of Ontario would typically fall under which jurisdiction regarding labour relations?
Which of the following best describes the focus of Human Resource Management (HRM) as distinct from Labour Relations (LR)?
Which of the following best describes the focus of Human Resource Management (HRM) as distinct from Labour Relations (LR)?
If a majority of workers at a company indicate they want union representation, what is the company's legal obligation in Canada?
If a majority of workers at a company indicate they want union representation, what is the company's legal obligation in Canada?
Which of the following is NOT typically considered a core objective of governing employment relationships?
Which of the following is NOT typically considered a core objective of governing employment relationships?
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Objectives of Employment Relationships
Objectives of Employment Relationships
Efficiency, equity, and voice in the employment relationship; often balanced through collective bargaining.
Industrial Relations (IR)
Industrial Relations (IR)
A broad, interdisciplinary field studying all aspects of the employment relationship.
Labour Relations (LR)
Labour Relations (LR)
Focuses on the relationship between unions and management.
Human Resource Management (HRM)
Human Resource Management (HRM)
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Local Unions
Local Unions
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Union Executive
Union Executive
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Shop Stewards
Shop Stewards
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Business Agent
Business Agent
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Parent Unions
Parent Unions
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Labour Councils
Labour Councils
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Study Notes
- Employment relationships aim to balance efficiency, equity, and voice, often achieved through collective bargaining.
- Canadian labour laws prioritize union activity due to the perceived power imbalance between corporations and individual workers.
- When most workers desire union representation, employers have a legal obligation to negotiate wages, hours, and conditions.
Defining Industrial Relations
- Industrial Relations (IR) is an interdisciplinary field covering all aspects of the employment relationship.
- Labour Relations (LR) specifically focuses on the relationships between unions and management.
- Human Resource Management (HRM) centers on the relationships between individual employees and management in non-unionized settings.
Legal Framework
- Jurisdiction determines which government (federal or provincial) is responsible for a decision.
- The Federal Jurisdiction includes interprovincial corporations, the federal civil service, federal Crown workers, and territories (Yukon, NWT, Nunavut).
- The Provincial Jurisdiction covers businesses operating within a single province, constituting 90% of corporations.
Legislation Regulating IR
- Quebec: The Labour Code
- Federal: The Canada Labour Code
- There is also public sector relations legislation and occupation-specific labour relations legislation.
Other Legislation affecting IR
- Employment Standards Legislation
- Human Rights Legislation
- Occupational Health and Safety Legislation
- The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms
Structure of Canadian Unions
- Federal level: Canadian Labour Congress (CLC)
- Provincial level: Quebec Federation of Labour (FTQ)
- Municipal/Regional level: Labour Council
- Regional, National or International level: Parent union
Local Unions
- Formed by workers in one or more job sites.
- Can be independent or join an existing union.
- Union Executive: Elected by members.
- Shop Stewards: Union representatives who handle management interactions, welcome new members, and distribute union materials.
- Business Agent: Paid to manage daily union operations and support executive members.
Three major functions of local unions include
- Addressing workplace problems or grievances.
- Collective bargaining.
- Coordinating political or social activities.
Regional, National, and International Unions (Parent Unions)
- Financed through member dues.
- Convention of Congress: Annual convention where local unions send delegates for decisions and votes.
Labour Councils
- Composed of delegates from various local unions within a region.
- Financed through member dues.
Tasks
- Providing strike support for local unions.
- Advocating for broader social goals (e.g., affordable childcare).
- Fundraising for charitable organizations.
- Hosting local CLC education programs.
Provincial Labour Federations
- Unions from an entire province address labour legislation issues and lobby the government for changes.
National Labour Federations
- The largest centralized labour body in Canada is the CLC.
- CLC member organizations are referred to as AFFILIATES.
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Explore the dynamics of employment relationships, focusing on balancing efficiency, equity, and voice, often achieved through collective bargaining. Canadian labor laws prioritize union activity to address power imbalances. Learn about industrial relations, labor relations, and human resource management.
