GATINEAU, QC, June 25,
2024 /CNW/ - The Government of Canada is committed to appointing highly
qualified individuals to serve the best interests of
Canadians.
Today, Minister of Labour, Seamus
O'Regan Jr., announced four reappointments to the Canada
Industrial Relations Board (CIRB):
- Sylvie Guilbert – reappointed as
a full-time Vice-Chairperson
- Roland Hackl – reappointed as a
full-time Vice-Chairperson
- Daniel Thimineur – reappointed
as a full-time member representing employees
- Lisa Addario – reappointed as a
full-time member representing employees
A list of reappointed members and their biographies is
available.
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"The Canada Industrial Relations Board is
trusted and respected by employers and unions right across this
country. It's essential to the stability of our supply chains.
Sylvie, Roland, Daniel and Lisa's reappointments to the Board will
serve it well in the years to come."
– Minister of Labour and Seniors, Seamus
O'Regan Jr.
Quick Facts
- The CIRB is an independent, representational, quasi-judicial
tribunal which contributes to and promotes a harmonious industrial
relations climate in the federally regulated sector. It is
responsible for the interpretation and administration of Part I
(Industrial Relations) and certain provisions of Part II
(Occupational Health and Safety) and Part III (Labour Standards) of
the Canada Labour Code. The CIRB is also responsible for the
interpretation and administration of Part II (Professional
Relations) of the Status of the Artist Act and appeals under
the Wage Earner Protection Program Act.
- The Canada Labour Code provides for the CIRB's
composition to include one full-time neutral chairperson, two
or more full-time neutral vice-chairpersons, and up to six
full-time members representing employers and employees in equal
numbers. Part-time vice-chairpersons and members may also be
appointed to the Board.
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SOURCE Employment and Social Development Canada