Ontario Labour Relations Board
Appearance
The Ontario Labour Relations Board was established by the Ontario government in 1948. It defines itself as "an independent, quasi-judicial tribunal mandated to mediate and adjudicate a variety of employment and labour relations-related matters under a number of Ontario statutes". Its current (2013) chair is Bernard Fishbein.
Role
One of the most important powers of the Ontario Labour Relations Board is the ability to certify trade unions as collective bargaining agents. The Board is also in charge of the union formation, termination and decertification.[1]
Location
The Ontario Labour Relations Board is located in Toronto.[2]
Publications
The Ontario Labour Relations Board publishes an annual report.[3]