Bargaining Agents and Labour Relations – Learning Together & Working Together December 5, 2019 1
Brief History Fryer Commission Report recommended to develop a comprehensive joint union-management training in labour relations (2001). PSAC and TBS negotiated a pilot project through a MOU about joint learning with the objective of improving labour relations (2001) . Between 2004 – 2007 hiatus period – no mechanism in place for the continuation of the program at the expiry of the collective agreement. JLP was established as a “Program” in 2007. The MOU includes a bridge funding mechanism until the subsequent collective agreement is signed. The Program was renewed in 2011 including provisions for the participation of the other Bargaining Agents. In 2017, the JLP was renewed again.
Joint Learning Program Mandate: To improve workplace relations and deepen understanding of the roles of the union and the employer in the core public administration. Workshops on 7 topics: • Preventing Harassment and Violence in the Workplace (new) Mental Health in the Workplace • • Respecting Differences/Anti-Discrimination • Duty to Accommodate • Employment Equity • Labour-Management Consultation Understanding the Collective Agreement • 3
Our Approach Partnership Model • Co-governance / Co-management • Co-development of learning material • Joint request to host workshops • Co-delivery of workshops • Joint audience Experiential Learning Approach • Participants apply knowledge through hands-on experience • Learning exercises that foster reflection, dialogue, problem solving and application of ideas and skills to workplace situations Discussion on relevant and sensitive topics in an egalitarian • learning environment that fosters respect amongst each other 4
Our Approach Cont’d. Peer Facilitation • “Volunteer” peer facilitation model is at the very heart of the JLP and it increases credibility and ownership. • Interested persons submit an application with the support of their manager and union representative (for union facilitators). • Attend a one-week orientation session on facilitation. Access to the facilitation notes and materials to assist learning about the issues of the workshop. Learn new transferable skills, effective communication, team • work, conflict resolution, which enhances professional life. 5
Our Approach Cont’d. Request Based Workshops • Submit joint union-management request online for one of the seven topics. • Organizers have access to a small budget to assist with the logistics. • Workshops are limited to between 15 and 20 participants. 6
Mental Health in the W orkplace: Fostering Psychological Health and Safety 7
About this W orkshop Mental Health in the Workplace • The purpose of this workshop is to raise awareness about mental health in the workplace and to equip individual employees with the knowledge and skills they need to proactively and effectively support a psychologically safe and healthy workplace. • Today’s presentation is a showcase of two activities from the workshop. 8
Table Talk # 1 1. What are some examples of a “caring” approach in the workplace? 2. What would this “caring approach” look like in your line of work? 9
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Table Talk # 2 1. What kind of supports could have prevented Stuart from moving into the red phase? 2. After returning to work what measures could help this employee stay in the green phase? 3. How have you seen employees move through this continuum model in your line of work? 11
Struck Dow n https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IpgKDKAhwBQ 12
Table Talk # 3 1. What is your reaction to the Struck Down video? 2. What do you think stigma feels like to an individual living with a mental health problem? 3. How do you think the impact of stigma toward individuals might affect workplace?
The Triangle of Stigm a Self-stigma Structural stigma Public stigma
“ To the people of Canada, I say w elcom e us into society as full partners. We are not to be feared or pitied. Rem em ber, w e are your m others and fathers, sisters and brothers, your friends, co-w orkers and children. Join hands w ith us and travel together w ith us on our road to recovery.” ~ Roy Muise Halifax, May 9, 2009 15
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