The government of Saskatchewan has received over 3,700 submissions in response to its call for submissions on an overhaul of the province’s labour legislation.
Now the Ministry of Labour Relations and Workplace Safety will review those submissions as it prepares to draft new legislation.
“The consultation paper proposed a series of questions for consideration and stakeholders responded,” said Labour Relations and Workplace Safety Minister Don Morgan.
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“The invaluable feedback received will be critical in determining the scope of our efforts to introduce an employment code that more accurately reflects the contemporary work environment while preserving an effective work-life balance.”
The government wants to overhaul the existing legislation to eliminate inconsistencies, clarify legislative applications and modernize the law to reflect today’s changing work environment.
One area under review is union dues and whether people can opt out of paying due to financial hardship or if they are a student, a proposal that does not sit well with unions.
Also under review is the province’s essential services legislation, which a judge found to be unconstitutional earlier this year as it interferes on the freedom of association of employees.
A summary document identifying key themes will be posted online.
As well, all submissions made will also be available online unless the person or organization has requested confidentiality.
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