We can provide various services and leadership for labour relations and arbitration issues. We partner with you to develop a custom service plan for your organization.
Whether you refer to this area of human resource management as employee relations, labour relations, or industrial relations, we’re here to help you. We have providers with decades of experience that will partner with you to find solutions that are right for your organization.
As a leading HR service provider, People Stuff is committed to delivering high-quality services to help organizations effectively manage their personnel needs across the full spectrum of human resources, creating a healthy and productive work environment.
Here’s an in-depth look at how we provide the following services in the labour and employee relations field in particular:
1. Collective Bargaining:
We understand the complexities of collective bargaining and its importance in maintaining strong relationships in the workplace. Our experienced consultants can become an integral part of your negotiating team by acting as chief negotiator, providing guidance behind the scenes, expertise, and strategic support throughout the process. We help analyze proposals, develop negotiation strategies, and work towards mutually beneficial agreements.
2. Collective Agreement Interpretation:
Our team excels at deciphering the intricacies of collective agreements to ensure that both management and unionized employees understand their rights, responsibilities, and entitlements. We provide clear interpretations based on case law, knowledge of provincial jurisprudence and experience at arbitration hearings. This reduces potential misunderstandings and helps to foster a collaborative work environment.
3. Grievance Management:
A grievance is a formal complaint made by an employee regarding a workplace issue or perceived violation of their collective bargaining rights. People Stuff assists in managing these grievances effectively by offering a structured process for addressing and resolving them in a practical, real-life way. We help facilitate discussions, investigate complaints, and ensure that a fair resolution is reached.
4. Dispute Resolution (Facilitated Discussion, Mediation, Arbitration):
In cases where conflicts escalate beyond normal grievance procedures, we offer various dispute resolution methods. Facilitated discussions, mediation, and arbitration provide alternative paths to resolving disputes amicably. For instance, if contract interpretation conflicts arise, mediation or arbitration can be employed to reach a resolution without litigation. Oftentimes, a less formal process of facilitated discussion enables the parties in dispute to resolve the matter together with our assistance.
5. Employee Discipline and Termination:
Differentiating from workplace investigations, employee discipline involves addressing behaviour or performance issues and outlining corrective or punitive actions. Our experts help design effective progressive disciplinary measures, ensuring consistency and compliance with collective agreements, company policy and applicable legislation while aiming to improve employee conduct and performance. Termination assistance is provided, adhering to legal requirements and minimizing risks.
6. Case Law Review:
We stay updated with legal precedents and case law relevant to employment practices. This knowledge is invaluable when dealing with complex HR issues, as it informs our strategic decisions. For instance, if there’s a recent case that sets a new standard for a particular workplace matter, we incorporate this information into our consultations, setting you on a path to meeting your statutory obligations and minimize liability.
7. Workplace Investigations:
We conduct thorough investigations into workplace incidents and issues, including allegations of harassment, discrimination, misconduct, professional practice and policy violations of any kind. Our investigators ensure impartiality, gather evidence, interview relevant parties, and provide comprehensive reports with actionable recommendations. These investigations help maintain a safe and respectful work environment while ensuring your company follows due diligence when faced with matters involving allegations ranging from minor policy breaches to violations of provincial or federal legislation.
8. Management Education and Leadership Development:
We offer a variety of education and training opportunities for managers and leaders. These programs cover topics such as effective communication, conflict resolution, policy and program development, performance management, and more. Our tailored training helps build a skilled and informed management team capable of handling various HR challenges.
9. Daily Advisory Services:
Our daily advisory services provide organizations with ongoing access to our HR experts. We offer timely advice, guidance, and solutions to address everyday staff and stakeholder challenges, ensuring compliance with policies, laws and regulations, while promoting best practices.
At People Stuff, we are dedicated to assisting organizations in creating a harmonious workplace where employees thrive, and businesses succeed.
Our comprehensive suite of labour and employee relations services empowers organizations to handle HR matters efficiently, ethically, and in accordance with industry standards and legal requirements resulting in greater confidence in people practices and improved operations.
Give us a call to discuss this affordable service.
Contact us today to get started on an exceptional HR plan to excel your business to the next level.
Call (709) 697-2423 or email us at chad@peoplestuffnl.ca