Union Bug Blog
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Mar 13, 2009 -
Is a Voluntary Reduced Workweek the Answer?
Employers across the country, including several in Manitoba, have tried to find ways to deal with the economic crisis without resorting to layoffs. The belt tightening has meant cuts to ad budgets and caps on raises/bonuses. Others have dealt with the downturn by eliminating shifts and/or introducing a reduced workweek.