Joining a union is a basic democratic right that is protected by law throughout Canada. Under federal and provincial labour laws, workers have the right to join a union of their choice. It is your decision, and it is illegal for your employer to try to interfere with it.

Employers, like the union, are allowed to express their opinion about an organizing drive, but they are not allowed to use "coercion, intimidation, threats, promises, or undue influence."

It is illegal for your employer to shut down the plant or to fire, discipline or discriminate against you in order to influence your or your co-workers' decision. Even a threat to do any of these things is illegal.

In short, without being fired, disciplined or discriminated against by your employer, it is your right to:

• Join a union.
• Talk to a union representative.
• Attend a union meeting.
• Assist or participate in a union.