The applicant trade union applied for certification to represent cleaning and maintenance employees, including resident superintendents.
A dispute arose over whether the wives of the superintendents, who worked as part of a team but were not paid directly or subject to statutory deductions, were 'employees' under the Labour Relations Act.
The Board found that the wives were employees because they performed work under the respondent's direction and control and shared accommodation provided by the respondent.
A representation vote was ordered.
