Canadian Labour Policy and Politics

Low-wage work and precarious employment are among the most urgent issues facing Canadian workers. Canadian Labour Policy and Politics is essential reading for undergraduate students and others who seek to understand the politics of inequality in Canada’s labour market. This comprehensive book traces the cause and rise of these inequities, and outlines solutions for a more sustainable future. Written by leading experts and practitioners, this book demonstrates how and why laws and public policy – intended to protect workers – sometimes leave workers vulnerable, and with little economic or social security. Up-to-date data, international comparisons, and real-world examples and case studies provide readers with a clear understanding of how globalization, labour laws, employment standards, COVID-19, and other factors affect workers on and off the job. Canadian Labour Policy and Politics also engages students and other readers in defining a far-reaching policy agenda for developing greater economic equality, political inclusiveness, and a green recovery in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Key features include chapter summaries and outlines, suggestions for further reading, and glossaries of key terms.