When an unfair labour practice complaint is made, what happens?
Usually, the Board appoints an officer to look into the complaint and try to assist the parties to resolve it between themselves. If the complaint remains unresolved, the Board may hold an informal or formal hearing, at which the parties will have an opportunity to present evidence and arguments. If the Board finds the complaint is justified, it may take whatever interim or final action it feels is necessary to rectify the breach of the Code complained about, including ordering that: • The practice be stopped • An employee suspended or discharged be reinstated and compensated • An employee be reinstated or admitted as a member of a trade union • An unfair disciplinary action or penalty be lifted, and compensation paid (Section 17) In extreme cases, the Board may remedy an unfair labour practice by granting or revoking a registration or certification. However, any such order is subject to a vote by the affected employers or employees.
