Ottawa is reviewing the government’s ability to intervene in certain prolonged work stoppages under the Labour Code, Jobs Minister Patty Hajdu says. According to reporting from multiple outlets, the review focuses on adding “guardrails” and examining alternatives to a labour-relations tool that has been described as contentious. Hajdu says the stated aim is to reduce the length and duration of work stoppages that rise to a level where federal intervention is warranted. The discussions are framed as part of an effort to balance the need for timely resolution of labour disputes with concerns about how and when the federal government steps in. While details of specific changes are not yet outlined in the available summaries, the reporting indicates Ottawa is weighing different approaches rather than committing to a single option. The review is presented as an effort to address persistent concerns about prolonged disruptions during major labour disputes and to ensure any intervention mechanism is applied with clearer limits. The government’s position and next steps are expected to be clarified as the assessment proceeds.