The Pubilc Service Essential Services Act and The Trade Union Amendment Act, 2007 were given royal assent in May 2008, creating a path for economic growth, increased prosperity and assured security in Saskatchewan.

To view Minister of Advanced Education, Employment and Labour Rob Norris discuss the legislation, click on the FAQ's below.

1. What is the purpose of the amendment requiring secret ballots for union certification and decertification?
   
2. What is the intent of the amendment regarding employer communications?
   
3. Why is the government removing the limit on the length of collective bargaining agreements?
   
4. Will eliminating a limit on the length of collective bargaining agreements force unions into long-term collective agreements? 

1. Why does Saskatchewan need essential services legislation?
   
2. How does essential services legislation work?
   
3. What is considered an essential service?
   
4. What if the parties are unable to negotiate an essential services agreement?
   
5. Does essential services legislation undermine the collective bargaining process?
   
6. Is there similar legislation in place in other Canadian jurisdictions?