Consult and coordinate with other government departments in all matters related to the legislation, and represent the Alberta Government in federal-provincial consultations on proposed federal privacy legislation for the private sector. The goals, core businesses and key strategies of Alberta Labour are aligned with the government's emphasis on economic development, productivity and prosperity. Investment in the province is enhanced by cooperative labour relations, fairness, and workplace health and safety. The Ministry, with its customers, will continue to examine these measures and targets to identify changes or alternative strategies that should be considered. Ensure the equity and security of private pension benefits.
Employees have the right to seek collective bargaining with their employers.
The Labour Relations Code and the Public Service Employee Relations Act guarantee this right and establish a framework for employees to make this choice freely. They describe how a trade union bargains with an employer over terms and conditions of employment to arrive at a collective agreement. Rules of fair play govern trade unions, employers, and employees in their labour relations activities. The Alberta Labour Relations Board is an independent and impartial tribunal. Board activities are largely client and case load driven.