FETCO Statement on Canada Labour Code Changes

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Postmedia has not reviewed the content. by GlobeNewswire FETCO Statement on Canada Labour Code ChangesAuthor of the article:OTTAWA, Sept. 22, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — FETCO (Federally Regulated Employers – Transportation and Communications) acknowledges the direction established in the proposed Building Canada Strong Act, as it relates to changes to the Canada Labour Code. The introduction of Bill C-39 recognizes that there are gaps in Canada’s labour relations framework and that the national interest can be harmed by significant economic and social damage caused by labour disruptions in critical sectors.THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLYSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman, and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.SUBSCRIBE TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESSubscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.Exclusive articles from Barbara Shecter, Joe O'Connor, Gabriel Friedman and others.Daily content from Financial Times, the world's leading global business publication.Unlimited online access to read articles from Financial Post, National Post and 15 news sites across Canada with one account.National Post ePaper, an electronic replica of the print edition to view on any device, share and comment on.Daily puzzles, including the New York Times Crossword.REGISTER / SIGN IN TO UNLOCK MORE ARTICLESCreate an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one account.Share your thoughts and join the conversation in the comments.Enjoy additional articles per month.Get email updates from your favourite authors.THIS ARTICLE IS FREE TO READ REGISTER TO UNLOCK.Create an account or sign in to continue with your reading experience.Access articles from across Canada with one accountShare your thoughts and join the conversation in the commentsEnjoy additional articles per monthGet email updates from your favourite authorsSign In or Create an AccountThere are positive changes introduced under the draft legislation. The introduction of a Special Mediator should encourage more productive collective bargaining through public transparency and accountability. A special focus on mandatory early bargaining and post-bargaining mediation in situations where conflict had previously occurred is a practical improvement. And the revised language that gives employers in the longshoring industry the right to apply for a geographic certification will provide greater certainty to the bargaining process.Get the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.By signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Top Stories will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try againBut some negotiations will not be solved through even these improved avenues. In those cases, labour disruptions are still likely to occur and in a subset of those disruptions there will be rare but highly consequential instances where the nationwide economic and social harms caused by a labour dispute run counter to the proposed National Interest assessment. In those instances, the government has left itself no option but to intervene after the work stoppage has begun and the damage occurs.Now more than ever, we must demonstrate to the world that Canada is a reliable and stable place to do business and invest. While some components of this legislation will undoubtedly help, the government must also have the option to take pre-emptive action when it is necessary to safeguard our supply chains and protect the country’s national interests. We look forward to further productive dialogue with government, Members of Parliament, and Senators, as Parliament studies these matters.FETCO CEO Derrick Hynes is available for interviews upon request. 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