Canadian Legislation

Canadian Legislation

Labour laws in Canada directly affect the rights, protections, and long-term security of IUOE members and their families. From how workers form unions and bargain collectively, to rules on health and safety in the workplace, federal and provincial legislation plays a critical role in shaping working conditions across industries.

Understanding these laws helps IUOE members stay informed about changes that may affect their workplaces, their benefits, and the strength of their union. The IUOE actively monitors and engages on legislation that affects working people, advocating for laws that protect fair representation, strengthen health and safety, and the ability for workers to organize without unnecessary barriers.

Below is a list of federal and provincial legislation which has an impact on workers' rights, collective bargaining, and occupational health and safety:

Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms

 

Federally:

Canada Labour Code

 

British Columbia:

Employment Standards Act

Labour Relations Code

Workers Compensation Act

 

Alberta:

Employment Standards Code

Labour Relations Code

Occupational Health and Safety Act

 

Saskatchewan:

Saskatchewan Employment Act

 

Manitoba:

Employment Standards Code

Manitoba Labour Relations Act

Workplace Safety and Health Act

 

Ontario:

Employment Standards Act

Labour Relations Act

Occupational Health and Safety Act

 

Quebec:

Labour Standards Act

Labour Code

Labour Relations in Construction (R-20)

Occupational Health and Safety Act

 

New Brunswick:

Employment Standards Act

Industrial Relations Act

Occupational Health and Safety Act

 

Nova Scotia:

Labour Standards Code

Trade Union Act

Occupational Health and Safety Act

 

Prince Edward Island:

Employment Standards Act

Labour Act

Occupational Health and Safety Act

 

Newfoundland and Labrador:

Labour Standards Act

Labour Relations Act

Occupational Health and Safety Act