WORKLABR 3L03 - Labour Policy and Advocacy

3 unit(s)

This course explores the way that governments shape and regulate the labour market, the workplace and the lives of workers, and the ways that workers
organize collectively to advocate for policy change. Issues explored include un/employment insurance, social assistance, education and training, job creation and industrial policy, employment standards, immigration, pay and employment equity, child care, and retirement.
Three hours (lecture and discussion); one term
Prerequisite(s): Registration in any Level III program or above
Antirequisite(s): LABRST 3L03
Priority is given to students enrolled in a Work and Labour Studies Program.