G. Knight

The applicant trade union filed an application for certification under the construction industry provisions of the Labour Relations Act, 1995.

The Board found that the applicant appeared to have the requisite membership support of not less than forty percent in the proposed bargaining unit.

The Board determined the appropriate bargaining unit and directed that a representation vote be taken among the eligible employees.

The applicant union referred a construction industry grievance to the Board under section 133 of the Labour Relations Act, 1995.

The responding party failed to file a Notice of Intent to Defend.

The Board noted the parties' prior settlement discussions and adjournments, and directed the responding party to file its Notice of Intent to Defend within five working days, failing which the Board would decide the matter based solely on the applicant's materials.