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 OrganizingConstruction work without benefits (October 2007) By Dave De Sousa, Organizer In May 2002, our provincial government changed a long-standing and important piece of our Labour Code. It is no longer necessary for a union collective agreement to meet or exceed the minimum standards contained in the Employment Standards Act. This gift to “less than ideal” employers is now starting to manifest itself. Bad employers, and the overly compliant unions they dominate, are signing agreements that compel their workers to labour without the benefit of overtime pay, statutory holiday pay or call-out pay. Prior to May 2002, this would have been illegal. These employers are unfairly lining their pockets at the expense of their own employees. If this disgraceful practice becomes widespread in our industries, the bona fide union contractors that employ Operating Engineers will find it difficult to compete. During this current economic boom time, the best way for each of us to protect our jobs and labour standards and preserve our lifestyles is to organize new workplaces and new members into our union. Please spread the word and help if you can. Live better. Organize! |
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