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Symons Labour Strategies
  • Labour Relations Consulting 
    ​for Small Businesses

    Tailored Solutions for your LR needs

ABOUT


I'm Holly Symons. I provide personalized, boutique labour relations support to small unionized employers who need practical, cost-effective help with collective bargaining and ongoing union management.


With over 25 years of focused experience, I offer small businesses project-based or on-demand labour relations support. My approach is practical, responsive, and tailored to the unique needs of smaller employers. Whether you’re facing first-contract negotiations, successor bargaining, or simply need reliable ongoing support, I partner with you to control costs, preserve management rights, and maintain a stable workplace. 


 

Services


Collective Bargaining Support 

As your dedicated consultant, I deliver hands-on assistance throughout the entire negotiation process: 

• Thorough pre-bargaining preparation, including wage and benefit benchmarking, cost modelling, and clear strategy development 

• Drafting strong management proposals and precise contract language that protects your operational flexibility 

• Serving as your chief negotiator or providing real-time strategic guidance at the table 

• Real-time proposal costing, mediation support, impasse handling, and contingency planning 

• Final contract drafting and ratification preparation


Ongoing Labour Relations Support

After the agreement is signed, I remain available to help you manage the relationship effectively: 

• Contract interpretation and consistent enforcement advice 

• Grievance handling and arbitration preparation/representation 

• Supervisor training on the collective agreement and sound labour relations practices 

• Proactive dispute resolution to avoid unnecessary conflicts 

• Support for mid-term bargaining and organizational changes


Ready to strengthen your labour relations? 

Contact me for a free consultation