Document background
The Mutual Arbitration Agreement Employment is designed for use in Canadian employment relationships where parties wish to establish a clear and legally compliant framework for resolving employment-related disputes through arbitration. This document becomes relevant at the commencement of employment or when an organization implements an alternative dispute resolution program. It outlines the scope of arbitrable disputes, procedures for initiating and conducting arbitration, cost allocation, and the preservation of statutory rights. The agreement must comply with both federal and provincial requirements, including specific considerations for Quebec civil law and the precedents established by the Supreme Court of Canada regarding arbitration clauses in employment contracts. The document addresses key issues such as accessibility, fairness, and the prohibition of unconscionable terms, while providing flexibility for different industry contexts and employment relationships.
