Exam 10: Third-Party Intervention During Negotiations

What is the first possible step in attempting to resolve an impasse in negotiations in all Canadian jurisdictions except British Columbia and Alberta?

What may be the reason for the decrease in third-party interventions during collective bargaining in Quebec?

What occurs upon receipt of the fact finder's report?

Fact finding is another form of third-party intervention in the bargaining process. Describe the functions of the fact finder.

Which two forms of third-party intervention are seldom used in private sector bargaining disputes?

In jurisdictions where mediation is required prior to a strike or lockout taking place, the usual practice is that the mediator will "book out" of the negotiations before the strike or lockout can occur. What does booking out mean?

What is the main distinction between special mediation and the usual forms of mediation?

If the report of the conciliation officer is unable to resolve the dispute, most jurisdictions provide for the subsequent appointment of a bi-partisan conciliation board.

Special mediators often have expanded protection, privileges, and powers conveyed by legislation, and are usually directed to keep the minister informed on the progress of the mediation process.

Why do governments in Canada intervene in the bargaining process and what are some of the tools available to them to avoid or end labour conflicts? (Page 278)

In private sector bargaining disputes, who bears the cost of a privately chosen mediator?

Persons appointed as mediators are employees of the labour relations board or the government and usually have experience as labour or management negotiators.

The use of item-by-item final offer selection leaves both parties completely dissatisfied with the agreement.

Why is third-party intervention required in public sector bargaining disputes in most jurisdictions in Canada?

What is the term used to describe a situation where the availability of a compulsory dispute resolution process weakens the parties' desire to resolve the issues on their own?