Industrial Relations In Canada

Industrial Relations in Canada

Fiona McQuarrie's Industrial Relations in Canada received wide praise for helping students to understand the complex and sometimes controversial field of Industrial Relations, by using just the right blend of practice, process, and theory. The text engages business students with diverse backgrounds and teaches them how an understanding of this field will help them become better managers. The fourth edition retains this student friendly, easy-to-read approach, praised by both students and instructors across the country. The goal of the fourth edition was to enhance and refine this approach while updating the latest research findings and developments in the field.

The System of Industrial Relations in Canada

Industrial Relations in Canada

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. 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, human resource management, 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. NEW TO THIS EDITION: New chapter-opening vignettes featuring Canadian labour relations practitioners New discussions of social media’s role in union organizing and labour activism, and the effects of technological change on labour-management dynamics New coverage of current research on union and workplace issues Updated news stories in every chapter reflecting current events in Canadian workplaces Discussions of the impacts of COVID-19 and climate change on labour relations Enhanced analysis of recent court decisions affecting collective bargaining Updated statistics and demographic data on unionization, strikes, and lockouts across Canada WILEY ADVANTAGE: Offers practical exercises and simulations, including collective bargaining and grievance arbitration scenarios, for experiential learning Presents clear chapter objectives to help students focus on key learning outcomes from the start Includes thought-provoking discussion questions to develop students’ analytical and critical thinking skills Provides extensive instructor resources, including PowerPoint slides, teaching notes, suggested labour relations board cases for classroom use, and a versatile test bank with multiple question formats