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Bill C-276

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
May 30, 2022
An Act to amend the Canada Labour Code (replacement workers)
  • This bill, called C-276, aims to amend the Canada Labour Code to make it illegal for employers to hire replacement workers during a strike or lockout. Under this bill, employers would be required to reinstate employees who went on strike or were locked out, unless there is a valid reason not to do so. The bill includes specific prohibitions related to the use of replacement workers, including hiring individuals to perform the duties of striking or locked-out employees, using the services of employees from other employers or contractors, or using employees from other locations of the same employer. Employers who violate these provisions would be subject to fines of up to $10,000 per day.
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SteelmanSpren in Favour

  • Steelman argument in favor of Bill C-276: One possible steelman argument in favor of Bill C-276 is that it seeks to protect the interests and rights of employees who are on strike or locked out. By making it an offence for employers to hire replacement workers during these periods, the bill aims to prevent the potential exploitation of replacement workers as a means to undermine labor rights and collective bargaining. The argument could be made that allowing replacement workers during strikes or lockouts can create a power imbalance between employers and employees. Employers may use replacement workers to weaken the bargaining power of striking or locked out employees, ultimately suppressing their ability to negotiate for fair wages, benefits, and working conditions. This can lead to a degradation of worker rights and hinder the ability of employees to exercise their collective power. Moreover, proponents of this bill might argue th

SteelmanSpren Against

  • Steelman Argument Opposing Bill C-276: One argument against Bill C-276 is that it restricts the rights of employers to hire replacement workers during a strike or lockout. Hiring replacement workers can help employers maintain operations and prevent business disruptions during labor disputes. By prohibiting the use of replacement workers, this bill could limit an employer's ability to respond to strikes and lockouts, potentially causing economic harm to the business and its employees. It may also undermine the bargaining power of employers by giving unions an advantage in negotiations. Furthermore, the bill could lead to a loss of job opportunities for individuals who would have otherwise been employed as replacement workers. In some cases, temporary workers may rely on these opportunities for income stability. Limiting the use of replacement workers may have unintended consequences for workers, businesses, and the overall economy.
House First Reading
  • May 30, 2022, 11 a.m.
  • In Progress
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