HRM200 Lecture Notes - Lecture 9: International Brotherhood Of Electrical Workers, Walmart, Arbitration Clause

• School: University of Waterloo
• Department: Human Resources Management
• Course: HRM200
• Professor: William Peckham

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Discuss the key elements of ca(cid:374)ada"s labour laws. Outline the five steps in the labour relations process. Describe the five steps in a union organizing campaign. Outline the three ways to obtain union recognition. Describe the three steps in the collective bargaining process. Explain the typical steps in a grievance procedure. Ufcw (united food and commercial workers: wal mart. Unlawfully firing employees who took part in unions and strikes. Canada post: postal workers union: cupw (canadian union of postal workers, plan to strike, pension plans, etc, lockout withdrawn. **there is always something in the news regarding labour relations** Why do unions exist: to protect employees, help to realize power and numbers. A recognized association of employees collective voice in dealing with management sick days increased job satisfaction. Ongoing interactions between labour unions and management. Collective bargaining agreement: a formal agreement regarding terms and conditions of employment. Group of employees that the union represents (recognized for collective bargaining purposes) local.