Welcome to the National Assembly on Workplace Democracy!
What's this all about?
The Centre for Industrial Relations and Human Resources at the University of Toronto is bringing together 36 everyday Canadians to discuss something important: how workers can have more say in decisions that affect their jobs. This project is run by a team at the University of Toronto that cares about making workplaces better for everyone.
The Centre for Industrial Relations and Human Resources at the University of Toronto is bringing together 36 everyday Canadians to discuss something important: how workers can have more say in decisions that affect their jobs. This project is run by a team at the University of Toronto that cares about making workplaces better for everyone.
Why does this matter?
Many workers feel they need more say in decisions that affect their jobs. Research indicates that when workers have more say, they and the business/organization they work for thrive. But when they don’t have a strong voice in these decisions, it can lead to problems that affect long-term workplace productivity, mental health, and a host of other critical factors. By listening to people like you, with experience in the workplace, we can find solutions that can positively affect workers and the organizations they work in.
Many workers feel they need more say in decisions that affect their jobs. Research indicates that when workers have more say, they and the business/organization they work for thrive. But when they don’t have a strong voice in these decisions, it can lead to problems that affect long-term workplace productivity, mental health, and a host of other critical factors. By listening to people like you, with experience in the workplace, we can find solutions that can positively affect workers and the organizations they work in.
Why should you consider volunteering?
The Centre for Industrial Relations and Human Resources at the University of Toronto is an important research organization that is well respected in Canada and internationally. They conduct research and work with regular people like you to help provincial and federal governments, businesses, and other organizations that employ Canadians think about and make decisions about the relationships between workers and employers. The work of the Assembly will help change the future rules of the workplace in Canada.
The Centre for Industrial Relations and Human Resources at the University of Toronto is an important research organization that is well respected in Canada and internationally. They conduct research and work with regular people like you to help provincial and federal governments, businesses, and other organizations that employ Canadians think about and make decisions about the relationships between workers and employers. The work of the Assembly will help change the future rules of the workplace in Canada.
Who can Join?
Anyone who:
Anyone who:
- lives in Canada
- is 18 years or older
- wants to help make workplaces better
- can attend the online orientation session and the sessions in Toronto (travel and accommodations paid)
No special knowledge is required - your life experience is what counts!
What will you do?
If you're chosen, you'll:
If you're chosen, you'll:
- meet other Canadians from all walks of life
- learn from experts about workplace issues
- share your own ideas and experiences
- provide guidance to government and companies/organizations about improving workers’ influence on decision-making at work
When and where?
The main event will take place in Toronto from October 27-30, 2024, with a short, online orientation session in advance of the main event to prepare you for your participation.
The main event will take place in Toronto from October 27-30, 2024, with a short, online orientation session in advance of the main event to prepare you for your participation.
What's in it for you?
A chance to:
A chance to:
- make a real difference in how work is done in Canada
- meet new people and learn about how workplaces can be better
- take part in a once-in-a-lifetime experience with your travel expenses covered, including food, hotel, and accommodations. We can also help with childcare costs or other needs you might have to help you participate.
Will the Assembly be conducted in English or French?
You can speak in English or French - we'll have interpreters to help everyone understand each other.
You can speak in English or French - we'll have interpreters to help everyone understand each other.
How can you join?
We've made registering simple and convenient for you. Here are three easy ways to join:
The registration deadline is Tuesday, August 27, 2024.
Living in a rural or remote area? We've got you covered! If you're worried about mail delays, please use our toll-free number instead.
We'd love to hear from you! Remember, you don't need to be an expert - your experiences and ideas are what we want to hear. Join us in making Canadian workplaces better for everyone!
We've made registering simple and convenient for you. Here are three easy ways to join:
- Online: click here for secure registration
- Phone: Call 1-833-396-1132 to register or ask questions
- Mail: Fill out the Candidate Response Card sent via mail and return it in the provided envelope
The registration deadline is Tuesday, August 27, 2024.
Living in a rural or remote area? We've got you covered! If you're worried about mail delays, please use our toll-free number instead.
We'd love to hear from you! Remember, you don't need to be an expert - your experiences and ideas are what we want to hear. Join us in making Canadian workplaces better for everyone!
If I don’t want to, or can’t, join the Assembly, can I participate in other ways?
Yes! The Centre for Industrial Relations and Human Resources at the University of Toronto has created an in-depth online questionnaire. The questionnaire asks easy-to-understand questions about workplace experiences. The information collected by the questionnaire is anonymous. It will be used to help inform further research related to the understanding of workplace experiences, which will then inform future workplace rules and regulations.
Yes! The Centre for Industrial Relations and Human Resources at the University of Toronto has created an in-depth online questionnaire. The questionnaire asks easy-to-understand questions about workplace experiences. The information collected by the questionnaire is anonymous. It will be used to help inform further research related to the understanding of workplace experiences, which will then inform future workplace rules and regulations.