Labour Standards Tribunal

The Labour Standards Tribunal is a body that hears complaints of failure to comply with the Labour Standards Code. This Code came into effect by proclamation on February 1, 1973.

Pursuant to the Code, the complaints may be heard by the Labour Standards Tribunal in the form of appeals by employers or employees against Director of Labour Standards Orders, or appeals by complainants after the Director has found no violation of the Code. After hearing an appeal, if the Tribunal finds wages or other benefits owing it may issue an order for compliance. The Tribunal is deemed to hold a mortgage on the assets of the employer for the amount set out in the order. This lien takes priority over all other liens on wages due to workers. The Tribunal's mortgage may be enforced by foreclosure proceedings.

Learn more about employment rights under the Labour Standards Code, and the Labour Standards Division which deals with Code enquiries.

Mission

The Labour Standards Tribunal strives to provide a fair and impartial appeal process arising from complaints filed under the Labour Standards Code.

Goal

To render fair and just decisions in accordance with the provisions of the Labour Standards Code.

Objectives

1. To provide employers and employees with an opportunity to present their cases to an impartial Tribunal

2. To deal with appeals in a cost effective and timely manner.

Labour Standards Tribunal Internet Database

This database, available by prepaid subscription only, includes the full-text version of indexed Tribunal decisions from 1973 up to present. The database is updated on a regular basis. The cost of subscription is $150 / year. Ordering information ...