Unions and Labor Standards in Canada: an Analysis by Province and Sector

Roberto Zepeda; Virchez Jorge

doi:10.22691/kacs290104

Unions and Labor Standards in Canada: an Analysis by Province and Sector

Asia-Pacific Journal of Canadian Studies
Abbr : APJCS
2023, 29(1), pp.69-81
DOI : 10.22691/kacs290104
Publisher : Korea Association For Canadian Studies
Research Area : Social Science > Area Studies > North America > Canada
Received : May 15, 2023
Accepted : June 10, 2023
Published : June 30, 2023

Roberto Zepeda ¹, Virchez Jorge ²

¹CISAN-UNAM
²Laurentian University

Candidate

ABSTRACT

This article analyzes contemporary fluctuations in union density in Canada, as well as labor markets in the period 1980-2022. The analysis is made taking into account the evolution of union membership, labor force characteristics, as well as the living standards of Canadian workers in that period. The development of Canadian trade unionism is scrutinized, identifying the most representative unions at the national and provincial levels. In addition, the conditions of workers in different sectors are explored. Finally, an assessment of trade unionism in Canada is conducted and some conclusions are suggested.

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unionism, Canada, union density, labor markets

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