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Feds could introduce new labour legislation as soon as next week: sources
The bill could lower the threshold for federal intervention and add a special mediator role, following recent disputes and a spring inquiry on West Coast ports.
- With Parliament set to open Monday, the Liberal government prepares to table legislation overhauling federal labour laws, with Jobs and Families Minister Patty Hajdu holding calls on Friday with union and industry leaders.
- Section 107 of the Canada Labour Code grants the government broad powers to intervene in disputes; the government recently used s. 107 to end strikes at WestJet and Canadian Pacific Kansas City .
- Recommendations from the 2025 industrial inquiry include creating a special mediator role; while industry advocates for binding arbitration, unions oppose further government incursions into the bargaining process.
- The inquiry also recommended requiring geographic certification for future negotiations, impacting the International Longshore and Warehouse Union Canada. The ILWU currently retains the option to negotiate as a single bloc or by employer type.
- Some sources suggest Friday's funding announcement for skilled trade workers serves to soften public reaction to the coming legislation, helping the government manage expectations before the fall sitting.
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