Fall 2026 - LBST 101 D100

Work and Worker's Rights: Introducing Labour Studies (3)

Class Number: 2895

Delivery Method: In Person

Overview

  • Course Times + Location:

    Sep 9 – Dec 7, 2026: Mon, 2:30–4:20 p.m.
    Burnaby

  • Instructor:

    John-Henry Harter
    1 778 782-7693

Description

CALENDAR DESCRIPTION:

Introduces key concepts and approaches for understanding the character and organization of work, employment relations, worker’s rights, and labour movements in contemporary society. Explores who does paid and unpaid work and under what conditions through the study of trends and issues, including migration and immigration, unionization, precarious employment, and automation. Breadth-Social Sciences.

Registrar Notes:

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RELIGIOUS ACCOMMODATION

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