Peaker v. Canada Post Corp. (H.C.J.)

Summary

A merits decision involving a grievance settlement between an employee and Canada Post Corp., where the plaintiff sought specific performance of an investigation agreement. The court addressed whether it had jurisdiction to enforce the agreement or if it fell under the arbitrator’s jurisdiction under the Canada Labour Code. The case also included claims of breach of warrant of authority, breach of confidence, and fiduciary duties.

Outcome

The court determined that jurisdiction over grievance-related agreements lies with the arbitrator under the collective bargaining system.

Key Factors

• grievance settlement
• investigation agreement
• jurisdiction
• collective bargaining
• wrongful dismissal