Abstract This paper discusses the CanadianUnion of Public Employees (CUPE). The paper gives an overview of the organization and then it particularly looks at CUPEs stated goals, objectives, programs and services. It also discusses certain features such as membership composition and nature of its employees, as well as membership rolls.
From the Paper "Canadian Union of Public Employees Overview The Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) is Canada's largest and most well-known union by virtue of its association with the governmental apparatus of the state. CUPE's membership rolls are currently over 500,000 members and represent public employees in the fields of healthcare, education, municipalities, libraries, state universities, social services, public utilities, transportation services, emergency services and the airline industry. CUPE describes itself as a "strong and democratic union" ("Canada") and states that its mission is to improve the overall quality of life and living standard not just for its members in Canada but for all workers in Canada. CUPE has established a large collective voice of workers that regularly negotiate for improved wages, working conditions, as well as arbitrary action against employees by employers."
Abstract The paper discusses the need for unions to operate on a global scale if they are to protect workers against global forces. The paper shows how Canadianunions are attempting to work at a domestic and international level. The paper argues, however, that Canadianunions still have a long way to go before they can successfully compete on a global scale.
From the Paper "Unfortunately, in the main the power of Canadian trade unions is being eroded by the forces of globalization. Therefore, Cohen (2000) has pointed out that there is a need for "new international institutions designed to challenge the power of corporations and facilitate transparent and democratic intervention in relation to international trade and investment" (MacBride and Wiseman, 2000, p. 6). Moreover, in the main attempts by the labour unions to fight back against globalized forces of capitalism have been ineffective of misguided. For example, Swenarchuk (2000) points out that the proposal sponsored by the International Confederation of Free Trade Unions (ICFTU) "to include labour 'side-agreements' in international trade and investment treaties" is an inadequate response to the complex problems of a diminishing labour rights in the globalized economy."
Abstract This paper discusses the role of Canadianunions and workers in promoting a quality-of-work agenda. It briefly argues that Canadian workers and unions should use their knowledge of the "front-line" of the workplace to act as advocates for more generous benefits packages and greater employment flexibility for men and women seeking to "marry" work life with personal life. In particular, the paper argues that comprehensive training, appropriate "time off", ample reward for those who perform admirably in their position, a strict adherence to the health concerns of employees and recognition that being a mother demands special concessions on the part of the organization are all things which unions and workers should take up with senior management during collective bargaining.
From the Paper "One other thing which unions and workers can (and, frankly, must) do is to find ways of integrating the responsibilities of life outside of work with the inevitable time spent working on behalf of the company. For example, organization-provided day-care centers (preferably located right on the work premises) have been a recognized staple of a strong corporate commitment to employee happiness and well-being for some time now (Mastroianni, 1992) and, as more and more women enter the workforce full-time, the need to meet their concerns is a practical business matter and not just a "frill" that management can lightly ignore. Given this reality, unions and employees have an obligation to present to senior officials in any corporation the burdens under which their female members labor and how easy-to-access and safe day-care centers for their children are an excellent means of keeping productive women within the organization - as opposed to having them decide that being a 'stay-at-home' mother is more satisfactory. Furthermore, the progressive organization will also offer flexible employment packages enabling women to work from home if that is something they truly desire."
Abstract The paper discusses how Canadian workers have been victimized for decades by a political economic system which protects business, trade and the financial community interests at the expense of workers. The paper discusses further how globalization has also weakened the Canadianunions. The paper maintains that for Canadianunions to become more effective, the Canadian public must wake up and realize that globalization is just another name for exploitation.
From the Paper "This dominance and control has been portrayed as the pursuit of policies which are in the best interests of all Canadians, and has been expressed through government and business support for the free market system and the neo-liberal policy of globalization. Unfortunately for millions of Canadian workers, government policy makers and businessmen interpret the free market system as a system dependent upon the ability of businesses to increase their profits. In their view, anything that diminishes the ability of Canadian businesses and corporations to expand their profit margins is harmful to the economy, and anything that enables Canadian businesses and corporations to maximize their profits is beneficial to the economy."
Abstract In this paper the author reviews the current issues surrounding the Canadian job market and how the Canadianunions can help the situation and protect their workers.The paper highlights how changing corporate trends have led to downsizing and hiring of multi skilled labor where employers demand high efficiency but are willing to pay low wages for it. In conclusion the author looks at ways in which the unions can help the changing demands of the workplace and the costs associated with it.
From the Paper "Informing a new generation of workers about the benefits of union membership is a high priority for the labor movement. When a young person starts a new job, they handed a host of benefits and they think, 'Isn't this great.' But it wasn't always that way. Labor unions feel that actions taken by cautious regulators could blow up in their faces if they force a quick resolution to a theoretical funding shortfall in multi-employer pension funds. Union infighting could well erupt over measures needed to satisfy regulatory concerns. If younger workers refuse to make sacrifices for retirees, they could torpedo the very pension plans regulators seek to protect."
Abstract In this paper, the writer discusses that Canada is showing an immense improvement within the past ten years in generating profits and global trade policies that have helped their GDP grow steadily into the 21st century. The writer points out that by generating trade tariff regulations and the creating of a wider global market for industrial natural resources, such metals, minerals and timber, there has been an influx of production, which Canada has never before seen at such high levels. The writer notes that this is an important way to grade the Canadians by their valuable resources that smaller, developing countries have purchased in trade agreements.
From the Paper "This Canadian study examines the nature of globalization for Canada and the industries that are currently opening new markets overseas. By examining the role of differing industries in the now global climate of trade, Canada has been growing at rates never before seen due to affects of communication and industry demands in countries throughout the world. By examining the different growth rates that are now defining the immense opportunities that Canadian industry has overseas, one can reveal the success of global relations that are now part of 21st century business and trade."
Abstract This twelve page undergraduate paper examines why many Canadians in industry and government have disagreed as to whether globalization can best be understood as a continuation of modernization, as a form of post-modernization, or as a unique phenomenon that cannot be fully analyzed by traditional economic and political methods. In resolving this issue, the writer points out that one has to recognize that globalization has emerged and evolved because of many economic, political, and international factors.
From the Paper "Many Canadians in industry and government have disagreed as to whether globalization can best be understood as a continuation of modernization, as a form of post-modernization, or as a unique phenomenon that cannot be fully analyzed by traditional economic and political methods. In resolving this issue, one has to recognize that globalization has emerged and evolved because of many economic, political, and international factors. Defining globalization and interpreting its impact upon the world depends in large part upon one's perspective and views concerning Canadian industry, society, economic theory, and trade."
Abstract This movie explores the effects of globalization on the lives of both U.S. workers and the newly formed workforces in third world countries such as Mexico and the Philippines. It is compared to other movies which deal with unfair labor conditions - William Adler's ?Mollie's Job" and "The Work of Nations".
From the Paper "The film illustrates the issues faced through stories of the destruction of a local community by a Barbie Doll factory in the Philippines; secret meetings of Filipino women trying to form a union; and a hunger strike by Mexican workers. The film pulls no punches and exposes the abuse of human and labor rights by showing military and police intervention used in situations where workers, in many different parts around the world, are organizing to fight the multinationals by attempting to unionize."
Abstract The following paper analyzes the topic of 'International' trade unionism, and the respective impact this has on Canadian Industrial Relations. It argues that the broader notion of 'international' in a Canadian context, has more implications when seen in terms of industry and in turn, labor within the U.S. economy. The thesis of this paper, argues that as North American industries expand their 'branch plant' economies into the underdeveloped nations, the bargaining strength and position of the unions in Canada become weakened.
Abstract This fourteen page undergraduate paper examines the impact of globalization on Canadian industry, which reveals that globalization is becoming an excuse for Ottawa and Canadian provincial governments to lavish taxpayer money on faltering companies. The writer maintains that unfortunately, this is counterproductive, for Canadian industry has to stand on its own two feet and compete on its own strengths in order to achieve long-term success. The writer claims that only through hard work, ingenuity, and self-reliance will Canadian industry be able to successfully compete in a world being transformed by globalization.
From the Paper "Thoroughly examining the impact of globalization on Canadian industry reveals that globalization is becoming an excuse for Ottawa and Canadian provincial governments to lavish taxpayer money on faltering companies. Unfortunately, this is counterproductive, for Canadian industry has to stand on its own two feet and compete on its own strengths in order to achieve long-term success. Only through hard work, ingenuity, and self-reliance will Canadian industry be able to successfully compete in a world being transformed by globalization."
Abstract This paper looks at global warming and its impact, both climactically and politically, upon Canada. In particular, the paper asserts that global warming has impacted Canada's environment in a tangible way and has also transformed Canadian politics - perhaps not for the better. Additionally, the paper examines how global warming is impacting vulnerable wildlife species and aboriginal or native societies in various regions of Canada. Furthermore, the paper looks at global warming's effects upon Canadian politics, with special attention devoted to the charged rhetoric surrounding the issue. The paper concludes that global warming is sharpening the ideological and political divide between those Canadians who believe something drastic needs to be done and those who do not feel so inclined.
From the Paper "The more temperate Northern Canadian climate also has serious implications for ultraviolet B exposure in Canadian inland waters. Although one recent study suggests that "dissolved organic matter-mediated ultraviolet B exposure" is not a serious problem for those Canadian inland waters that were examined, the same report also found that "optically clear" and at-risk ponds were much more common (perhaps even surprisingly common) in the artic eco-zones - particularly in the Northern artic and in the artic cordillera (Molot et al, 2511-2512). To sum up this entire section, Canada's climate is changing in ways that put many aquatic and terrestrial species in harm's way."
Tags: environment, ecology, rhetoric, climate, Canadian, politics, government
Explores the capacity of labor unions within the US commercial airline industry to grapple successfully with the globalizing trends of the twenty-first century.
2,475 words (approx. 9.9 pages), 6 sources, 2006, $ 97.95
Abstract This paper discusses the situation confronting American commercial aviation unions as they face the obstacles presented by a global economy and by increased deregulation at all levels. The paper examines the general impact and repercussions of globalization upon airline unions in America and in other parts of the world and looks also at special strengths US organized labor in the airline industry possesses which will allow it to endure the dislocation possible job migrations and global interconnectedness of a global marketplace.
From the Paper "Specifically, the following paper will examine the globalization phenomenon in broad detail as it applies to the airline industry as a whole (both foreign and domestic) and argue that American unions are actually fairly well-situated to survive the vicissitudes of the new global order because of their relative political savvy and technical expertise as well as because their long experience in an industry characterized by deregulation has left them better prepared."
Abstract This fourteen page undergraduate paper examines Canada and globalization. The author notes that proponents of globalization and many free trade theorists contend that global trade creates enough economic gains that every Canadian involved can benefit, as long as the gains are widely redistributed between national trading partners. The writer points out that unfortunately, globalization cannot guarantee that this redistribution will actually occur, and its proponents are limited to predictions that there will be winners and losers in all participating countries involved in free trade.
From the Paper "Proponents of globalization and many free trade theorists contend that global trade creates enough economic gains that every Canadian involved can benefit, as long as the gains are widely redistributed between national trading partners. Unfortunately, globalization cannot guarantee that this redistribution will actually occur, and its proponents are limited to predictions that there will be winners and losers in all participating countries involved in free trade. These advocates of globalization studiously avoid admitting that many of the losers are and will be average working Canadians, while many of the winners will be people in the upper income brackets, often in other countries."
Abstract The paper discusses Global Communications' problematic relations with the union and its employees. The paper explains that should the situation not be solved in an amicable manner, the company is exposed to extreme risks, such as losing the confidence and the support of the employees and a negative media coverage attracting the anger of public opinion. The paper demonstrates how the company wishes to become a global player on the market of telecommunications and this involves the success of the present negotiations with the union. The paper shows how Global Communications must manage the ongoing changes through highly efficient communication, transforming the union into a partner and maintaining their proficient relations with the stockholders.
Outline:
Situation Analysis
Problem Statement
End-State Vision
Alternative Solutions
Analysis of Alternative Solutions
Risk Assessment and Mitigation Techniques
Optimal Solution
Implementation Plan
Evaluation of Results
Conclusion
From the Paper "The problem that Global Communications is faced with has several causes that have occurred during time and from various directions. The factors that have led to the appearance of the present problematic situation include general tendencies in the industry, as well as specific management philosophy elements. The main causes that have favored the existing problem include the general business globalization tendency, the intense development of the competition, the use of a distributive approach in relation with the union and the lack of a communication plan: "The logic, such as it is, that people will do as they are told and they don't need to be involved." (Bibb 2005)"
Abstract This paper discusses how the Canadian labour market is currently experiencing a perfect storm of circumstances that is creating an environment conducive to some of the best employment data in decades. The paper further discusses how analysts point out that the low unemployment figures, between 4 and 5 percent, have fuelled housing related spending as well as benefited from the high prices of natural commodities where those industries have greatly expanded operations over the last 5 years. Yet, in spite of such strong economic support for continued employment strength, analysts are also quick to note that continued inflationary pressures combined with global market related factors related to competitive labour practices are sure to affect an overall increase in unemployment figures over the next several years
