MEARIE Training Programs

Collective Bargaining Prep

A practical course on preparing for collective bargaining and building strong, well-informed negotiation strategies.

Course Format:

In-Person

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Course Summary:

A collective agreement that works for both management and employees depends on strong preparation.

This course helps bargaining teams prepare for collective bargaining by focusing on the critical work that must take place before negotiations begin. Participants explore how to align bargaining preparation with business objectives, gather and assess union issues, prepare financial and operational information, identify potential language concerns, and develop business continuity and contingency plans.

The session also covers how to prepare clear mandates for executive approval and understand each stage of the bargaining preparation process. This program is facilitated by Oakbridges, an organization with extensive experience supporting and leading labour negotiations.


Course Outline

The following topics will be covered:

  • The steps to effective bargaining preparation
  • Roles and responsibilities of bargaining and support teams
  • Identifying and assessing union issues
  • Preparing and obtaining an approved bargaining mandate
  • Developing contingency and business continuity plans
  • Using a practical preparation checklist

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Collective Bargaining Prep

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Novotel Hotel
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