What is failure to negotiate in good faith?
Both the union and the employer must “bargain in good faith and make every reasonable effort to make a collective agreement”. Some examples: The employer and the union must agree to meet and to discuss – at least – each other’s proposals. The employer must recognize the union’s right to bargain on behalf of its members. Necessary information, like pay rates, must be made available. The employer must not misrepresent any plans it has that will have a substantial effect on employees. Neither party should change its position (back track) during bargaining without good justification (e.g. significant change in circumstances).
