I believe that the concept of time limited certifications has much merit. It could be a means to hold unions more accountable. However, I am concerned that Canadian dues are sent to US based organizations that may have interests adverse to Canadian sovereignty. Moreover, these organizations enjoy special tax status as non-profits that amplifies that concern. Regardless your point about multiple jurisdictions is right on. I believe though we need to continue to push our democracy towards greater unity through consensus building and collaboration. Thanks for your insights.
More legislation is not the best solution to the problem in my opinion. Also labour law is multi jurisdictional and would likely require provincial support to be viable. Would it not be better to empower the workers themselves more? Changing unions is extremely onerous in all jurisdictions in Canada and that seems to be the actual problem. If a worker and her friends are not happy with the actions of their bargaining agent they should be able to hold them accountable just as they hold their elected members of parliament and legislative assemblies every 4 or 5 years. Why not make certifications time limited rather than indefinite? Then workers could more easily and more democratically determine who represents their collective interests as circumstances change over time?
I believe that the concept of time limited certifications has much merit. It could be a means to hold unions more accountable. However, I am concerned that Canadian dues are sent to US based organizations that may have interests adverse to Canadian sovereignty. Moreover, these organizations enjoy special tax status as non-profits that amplifies that concern. Regardless your point about multiple jurisdictions is right on. I believe though we need to continue to push our democracy towards greater unity through consensus building and collaboration. Thanks for your insights.
More legislation is not the best solution to the problem in my opinion. Also labour law is multi jurisdictional and would likely require provincial support to be viable. Would it not be better to empower the workers themselves more? Changing unions is extremely onerous in all jurisdictions in Canada and that seems to be the actual problem. If a worker and her friends are not happy with the actions of their bargaining agent they should be able to hold them accountable just as they hold their elected members of parliament and legislative assemblies every 4 or 5 years. Why not make certifications time limited rather than indefinite? Then workers could more easily and more democratically determine who represents their collective interests as circumstances change over time?