Labour Relations Support for Open Shop Construction.

Clear guidance, timely updates, and practical tools to help construction employers navigate labour laws and workforce dynamics across B.C., Alberta, and Canada.

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Labour Relations

Helping You Navigate a Changing Labour Landscape

Labour relations in Canada are evolving quickly — from changes to provincial labour codes, to shifts in certification rules, to increased organizing activity in construction. ICBA supports open shop employers with practical guidance, training, and resources to help you stay compliant, protect your workforce, and manage labour challenges with confidence.


How ICBA Supports Member Employers

Policy And Regulation
Policy & Legislative Monitoring
We track changes to provincial and federal labour legislation, certification rules, overtime and hours-of-work requirements, and other policies affecting construction employers.
Webinars
Employer Guidance
ICBA provides members with practical, plain-language support on issues like union organizing, workplace conduct, employer rights, progressive discipline, certification challenges, and more.
Training
Training & Education
Workshops, webinars, and custom training help employers understand their responsibilities and manage labour relations effectively.
Advocacy and Industry Voice
Advocacy for Open Shop Construction
We represent the interests of open shop contractors to provincial and federal governments, promoting fair access, balanced labour laws, and a competitive construction market.

Labour Relations Across Canada

British Columbia

B.C. has one of the most complex and active labour environments in the country. Recent changes to the BC Labour Code, including card-check certification and expanded raid periods, have increased union organizing efforts in construction. ICBA helps employers understand their rights, responsibilities, and options, while promoting fairness and transparency in the certification process.

 

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Alberta

Alberta’s labour relations climate continues to evolve with legislative changes around labour standards, certification processes, and workplace requirements. ICBA Alberta provides guidance on provincial rules, updates on government decisions, and support for employers navigating union activity or workplace disputes.

 

National Context

Across Canada, construction remains one of the most unionized industries. Certification rules, labour board processes, and bargaining requirements vary by province, but trends such as card-check, expanded union access, and rising workforce pressures affect employers everywhere. ICBA monitors these developments to help members stay ahead of changes.

 

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NEED HELP WITH LABOUR RELATIONS? 

Our experts are here to support you. Whether you’re dealing with certification issues, employee relations questions, policy concerns, or potential union activity, ICBA can guide you through it.

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