Federal Public Sector Labour Relations Regulations

This document outlines the Federal Public Sector Labour Relations Regulations, which govern the procedures and requirements for labour relations in the federal public sector. The regulations are made under the Public Service Labour Relations Act and set out the rules for initiating documents, filing, and responding to them, as well as general provisions such as definitions, filing of documents, and notices.

The document defines key terms, including "initiating document," which includes requests for extensions or additions to time, requests for arbitration or conciliation, and applications for certification. It also sets out the procedures for filing and responding to these documents, including the requirement to provide copies to other parties affected by the proceeding.

The regulations also cover general provisions such as the handling of insufficient information, striking out information from documents, and the provision of notice of pre-hearing conferences and hearings. Additionally, it outlines the procedures for certification, including the application process and the requirements for a detailed description of the proposed bargaining unit.

Overall, this document provides a comprehensive outline of the procedures and requirements for labour relations in the federal public sector, ensuring fair and expeditious resolution of proceedings.