Question

For a union election to be held, at least 30 percent of the workers to be represented must support a union or an election on unionization?

Answer 1

A union election in the U.S. requires at least 30 percent of workers' support. The process is simpler in Canada, where about 60 percent workers' signatures on a card form a union without a separate election.

Step-by-step explanation:

To hold a union election in the U.S., at least 30 percent of workers must show support for unionization.

In the United States, workers form a union by announcing it and setting a secret ballot election date. Union supporters and firm management campaign for 'yes' and 'no' votes, respectively. In Canada, union formation occurs with approximately 60% of workers signing an official card, without needing a separate election date.

Additionally, Canadian laws restrain management's anti-union lobbying. Forming unions is generally easier in Canada than in the U.S., where penalties for discrimination against union activities are minimal.