Bill 219
New Powers for Labour Relations Board Chair and Vice-Chairs
Effective October 1, 2007, the Labour Relations Board will have a new tool to help it resolve labour relations matters.
On December 8, 2005, the legislature passed Bill 219 to amend the Trade Union Act. Bill 219 created an Arbitration Advisory Committee; and dealt with two important labour relations issues - expedited arbitration, and duty of fair representation. Bill 219 also included provisions granting the Chair and Vice-Chairs of the Labour Relations Board authority to hear and decide uncontested applications or questions under the Trade Union Act; or duty of fair representation complaints; as sole adjudicators.
Most of Bill 219's provisions came into effect on October 1, 2006. However, the Bill’s sole adjudication provisions could not come into force until October 1, 2007. The Governor in Council has now proclaimed those provisions, effective October 1, 2007.
The option of sole adjudication will give the Labour Relations Board added flexibility to address issues such as scheduling, and assist the Board to resolve labour relations disputes in a more timely fashion. Timely, impartial resolution of labour relations disputes minimizes workplace disruption and fosters workplace stability. Minimal workplace disruption and ongoing workplace stability contribute to good labour relations in Nova Scotia.
You may obtain information about the Trade Union Act, the Bill 219 amendments, or the Chair’s/Vice-Chairs’ sole adjudication powers by contacting the Labour Relations Board at (902) 424-6730; or Toll Free at 1 (877) 424-6730.
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