A group of employees who are employed in the plant of the Crosscut Lumber Company decided to form a union. The Labour Relations Board determines the appropriateness of the bargaining unit before it certifies the union as the bargaining representative of the employees.

Labour Relations Board

A governmental agency responsible for overseeing and enforcing labor laws and practices, including dispute resolution between employers and employees.

Bargaining Unit

A group of employees with a clear and identifiable community of interests who are represented by a single labor union in negotiations with employers.