Bank of Canada told again not to use replacement workers at headquarters
The Canada Industrial Relations Board has ruled that the Bank of Canada violated labor laws by using replacement workers during a security officer strike. The bank expressed disappointment with the decision and is currently reviewing its legal options while maintaining that its security measures are necessary.
Why it matters
This highlights ongoing tensions regarding labor rights and the use of replacement workers in federally regulated industries in Canada.
In a decision issued Wednesday, the Canada Industrial Relations Board (CIRB) said the Bank of Canada contravened the Canada Labour Code by using contractors from Pinkerton Consulting & Investigations during the strike.
Earlier this month, the board released a similar decision saying the central bank had contravened the code by using contractors from Garda Canada Security Corporation and the services of union members.
The Bank of Canada said in an emailed statement last week that it had complied fully with the board's ruling and would not comment on its security posture.
On Thursday, the Bank of Canada said in a statement that it's disappointed in the most recent decision.
"The bank contends that it adhered to the Canada Labour Code and to previous ruling by the CIRB, despite still not having been provided the reasons behind the prior decision," it said.
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