Thursday, December 21, 2023 Improving Workplaces across Ontario CLAC’s policy submission to the Ontario government Policy Briefs Sectors Healthcare Construction On December 15, CLAC submitted a series of six policy ideas to the Ontario government. CLAC believes that unions are an effective and integral part of creating just working conditions in Ontario workplaces, are effective mediating institutions that advance the common interests of workers, and can facilitate more collaborative, productive, and rewarding working experiences for members. Policy Idea #1: WSIB for Retirement and Residential Care Homes Policy Idea #2: Review of the Hospital Labour Disputes Arbitration Act (HLDAA) Policy Idea #3: Opt-out Provision for Public Entity, Nonconstruction Employers Policy Idea #4: Ensure Fair Tendering on Publicly Funded Projects Policy Idea #5: Expand Access to Project Labour Agreements on Major Private Sector Projects Policy Idea #6: Protection for Workers in Transition The full policy submission can be downloaded below. Related Documents Improving-Workplaces-Across-Ontario-Submission-2023_v01-2023-12-15_lv (.pdf, 156.37 KB) You might be interested in Why We Work Safely 5 Jun 2026 Standing Your Ground, and Staying Steady on the Job 4 Jun 2026 CLAC Partners with Alberta Government to Advance Skilled Trades Training and Accelerate Certification 4 Jun 2026 Strathcona Mechanical Workers Ratify New Agreement Providing Wage, Scheduling Improvements 3 Jun 2026