LABRST 2A03 Chapter Notes - Chapter 8: English Canada, Social Democracy, Washington Consensus
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- quebec model to be moderate leftist, social democratic. - huge place for unions - especially the csn. A system that gives unions a direct say in policy (emerged after the quiet revolution). The government works for the people, and the unions get a seat at the table . Parti quebecois and results in this social democratic model based on union support, and what people want to implement. Gives unions input on policy, friendly to labour law, encouraged unionization and high social wage (more benefits) Significance: highlights power gained by the q but was also significant because it gave unions an opportunity to work directly with the government and employers. Nationalists to make a distinct model different from english canada. Quebec model to be moderate leftist, social democratic. Huge place for unions - especially the csn. Promotes a greater political role for unions. Unions get direct input on government policy and become part of boards.