In our submission, the Workers’ Action Centre and Parkdale Community Legal Services urge the federal government to broaden the fair wage act to cover all government contracts and apply through sub-contracting chains. By setting a level playing field for employers bidding for government work, especially when such contracts are awarded on a low-bid basis, fair wage policies can help prevent a downward spiral in wages, benefits and working conditions.
Proposal for a Modern Fair Wage Policy for Canada
