Since 1947, we have been committed to defending workers’ rights and supporting independent unions in their mission. At the Fédération indépendante des syndicats autonomes (FISA), we put our expertise and determination at the service of our members to offer them tailored support adapted to the realities of today’s working world.
Discover our services and how we support you on a daily basis.
Negotiating your working conditions
Working conditions are at the heart of concerns for both workers and unions. Negotiating collective agreements ensures fair wages, competitive benefits, and a safe and respectful work environment.
We assist you through every step of the negotiation process by providing detailed analyses, sectoral comparisons, and tailored strategies. Our experts help you define clear demands, structure discussions with the employer, and effectively defend your interests to secure beneficial and balanced agreements.
Union representation before the courts
Workplace conflicts can sometimes lead to legal proceedings. We offer specialized legal representation to defend the rights of workers and unions in various contexts:
- Grievance arbitration
- Labor law disputes
- Proceedings before the Administrative Labor Tribunal
- Challenging disciplinary measures or dismissals
Thanks to our legal expertise, we ensure that our members receive effective support and benefit from the best possible defense strategies.
Employee representation before your employer
Unions play a key role in protecting workers against managerial decisions. We support you in employee representation during discussions with the employer, especially for:
- Resolving workplace conflicts
- Applying and interpreting collective agreements
- Managing working conditions and labor relations
- Negotiating accommodation measures in case of organizational changes
Our approach aims to ensure clear and effective communication between parties, fostering fair and lasting solutions.
Developing an active and dynamic union life
A strong union is built on dynamic and engaged union life. We support you in developing and structuring your union activities to strengthen member engagement and ensure effective mobilization.
We provide strategic advice to help you organize meetings, facilitate discussions, encourage member participation, and promote a proactive union culture within your organization.
Continuing education
Training is a key element of union development. We offer a wide range of training sessions to help union representatives and workers acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to defend their rights and improve their working conditions.
Our training covers a variety of topics such as:
- Workers’ rights and obligations
- Collective bargaining
- Occupational health and safety
- Union mobilization
- Legal remedies in labor law
These training sessions better equip our members to face union challenges and play an active role within their organization.
Various consulting services
Issues related to labor standards, workplace accidents, and pay equity are complex and can directly impact workers. We provide specialized support to help you understand and assert your rights regarding:
- Labor standards (CNESST)
- Workplace accidents and occupational diseases (LATMP)
- Pay equity and pay relativity
One of FISA’s major strengths is its network of affiliated unions, which share diverse and complementary expertise. We facilitate knowledge exchange among our members to enhance union practices and improve our strategies for defending workers’ rights.
We are committed to providing close and personalized support to our members. Every affiliated union benefits from a dedicated advisor who is accessible and available to answer questions and intervene quickly when needed.
This spirit of collaboration allows each union to benefit from the experiences and successes of others, thus strengthening the effectiveness and impact of our collective actions.
Whether it is negotiating your working conditions, representing you before the courts, representing employees before your employer, developing an active and dynamic union life, providing continuous training, or offering specialized advice — FISA is here for you.
Contact us today and discover how we can support you.