Industrial Relations in Canada
Auteur: Jason Foster, Fiona A. E. McQuarrie
Nombre de pages: 480 pages
ISBN: 1394333188, 9781394333189
Edition: John Wiley & Sons Canada, Limited
Date de publication: John Wiley & Sons Canada, Limited
Description: A STUDENT-FOCUSED INTRODUCTION TO INDUSTRIAL RELATIONS IN THE CANADIAN WORKPLACE Industrial Relations in Canada, Fifth Edition, offers students a comprehensive and accessible introduction to the Canadian industrial relations system. Designed for learners with minimal knowledge of the subject, this market-leading textbook blends theory, practice, and process in a clear and engaging way. With vivid case studies, real-life news stories, and practitioner vignettes, the text brings industrial relations to life while exploring the political, economic, and legal forces that shape it. Student-friendly chapters walk through key topics such as unionization, collective bargaining, dispute resolution, and evolving legal frameworks, while minimizing jargon and legalistic language. Throughout the book, timely coverage of controversial and complex issues fosters critical thinking and real-world problem-solving skills. Integrating a process-oriented approach developed through years of classroom experience, Industrial Relations in Canada, Fifth Edition, is ideal for university and college students in introductory labour relations courses, as well as adult learners in business, HR, and labour studies programs. With its strong foundation in both academic theory and practical application, it is also an excellent springboard for more advanced studies in industrial relations.