In Canada, transportation strikes fuel calls for government intervention, prompting use of Section 107 of the Canada Labour Code.

In Canada, rising strike activity and union strength have sparked calls for government intervention, particularly in transportation. While the government has avoided back-to-work legislation since the right to strike was included in the 2015 Charter of Rights, it has resorted to Section 107 of the Canada Labour Code to maintain industrial peace. Critics warn this could undermine collective bargaining by removing employer incentives to negotiate, potentially setting a troubling precedent.

September 16, 2024
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