The applicant union referred a grievance to arbitration under section 124 of the Labour Relations Act.
At the hearing, the respondent failed to produce subpoenaed documents, forcing an adjournment.
The applicant requested that the Board assess 'costs of the day' against the respondent.
The Board reviewed its jurisprudence and concluded that it lacks the statutory authority to award costs as a punitive measure in section 124 proceedings, noting that costs are generally not awarded in arbitration unless explicitly provided for.
The request for costs was denied.
