The federal “anti-scab” legislation has passed through the House of Commons and is awaiting reading in the Senate – with employers and unions at opposing sides.
Bill C-58: An Act To Amend The Canada Labour Code would restrict federally regulated employers, including airlines, banks, and telecom companies, from using replacement workers during strikes or lock-outs or face fines of $100,000 a day.
But the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) is asking the government to provide “sober, second thought… to seriously consider the implications this bill would have on Canada’s economy”.
