The latest news and top stories on Canada Industrial Relations Board. A prominent Ottawa-based quasi-judicial tribunal, the Canada Industrial Relations Board (CIRB) is dedicated to fostering harmonious industrial relations within Canada’s federally regulated sector. Its main areas of focus include interpreting and applying the Canada Labour Code, the Status of the Artist Act and the Wage Earner Protection Program Act. The CIRB resolves workplace disputes, certifies trade unions and investigates unfair labour practices. Recognised for its impartial administration and provision of effective industrial relations solutions, the Board significantly impacts approximately one million employees and employers across Canada.