How is a conciliation officer appointed?
Either party may apply for conciliation services by writing to the Minster of Labour, stating the parties involved and outlining difficulties in negotiations. A copy of the letter should also be sent to the Conciliation and Mediation and Pay Equity Services Branch. The Minister may also appoint a conciliation officer where, although the parties have not made a request, the Minister is of the opinion that it is advisable. [Subsection 67(1)] After appointment, a conciliation officer will, as soon as possible, confer with the parties and endeavour to bring about an agreement. Each party must attend meetings called by the conciliation officer and must provide a list of its terms of settlement. [Section 67] The failure of either party to co-operate with a conciliation officer may be construed to be an unfair labour practice.
