About this Book

"New to this edition: New cases: Adapted from real scenarios faced by labour relations boards across Canada, these cases put the student in the position of a labour relations board member, who must assess the evidence from both sides and render a decision. All chapter opening vignettes and In the News Stories have been revised or replaced with new ones. Currency: The fourth edition has been thoroughly updated with new examples and references, including updated statistics and legal information. The Weekly Updates Site, http://wileyirupdates.ca/, includes relevant news articles and videos with discussion questions to spark a debate in the classroom. The site will keep both instructors and students informed about the latest news stories. Updated Discussions of Key Topics, including globalization, the impact of technology, Supreme Court decisions, and changes in labour laws. New Developments in the Union-Management Environment, featuring discussions of the use of social media for communication and/or support in organizing campaigns and strikes."--Publisher's website.