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Collective Agreement
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Definition of CA
A Collective Agreement (CA) is an agreement made between an employer and a trade union of employees on the terms and conditions of employment for the employees.
Purpose of CA
The CA specifies the categories of employees covered, the duration of the agreement and the grievance procedure. The terms typically covered include working hours, rest days; termination of employment; salary and bonuses; annual and sick leave; and medical benefits.
The CA is the outcome of negotiation between the parties, and reflects the expectations and concerns of each party. It gives certainty to the employer and employees on their respective rights and obligations.
Requirements for CA
- Be made in writing and signed by the parties to the CA
- Be delivered within one week of signing to the Registrar, IAC
- Specify the validity period, which should be a minimum of 2 years and a maximum of 3 years
- Provide for the settlement of disputes between the parties while the CA is in force, including referral of the dispute to a - Referee appointed under the IR Act.
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