Bill C-39 would change collective bargaining rules, add nearly 130 compliance officers, crack down on worker misclassification
The federal government introduced legislation Monday that would, among its many ambitions, significantly reshape the labour relations landscape for employers and workers in federally regulated industries. Tabled as Bill C-39, the bill is the government's most comprehensive reform effort in a generation, according to the Prime Minister's Office, and was informed by more than 26,000 public responses and 78 cross-country engagement sessions held over the summer.
The HR-relevant core of the bill sits under what the government is calling the "Canada Strong For All" pillar — a set of amendments to the Canada Labour Code aimed at modernizing federal labour protections and recalibrating the collective bargaining process.
On collective bargaining, the proposed changes are designed to push parties toward earlier resolution of disputes. The government says the amendments will help employers and unions address issues before they escalate, reach negotiated agreements more readily, and resolve disagreements through existing dispute mechanisms — while explicitly protecting the right to strike.
“Strong labour relations are essential to the success of Canadian workers, businesses and our economy. As workplaces continue to evolve, our labour laws must keep pace to ensure workers are protected and workplaces remain fair and safe. This legislation will protect the...
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