Legislation by Concept: Labour Regulation

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Title Chapter Date Passed Legislative Summary Source Document
An Act to incorporate the Shipwrights’ Union of the City and County of Saint John. Passed 9th July, 1866. 29 Victoria – Chapter 39 (Session 2) 1866 This Act incorporates the Shipwrights' Union, their properties and funds, and the management thereof. Acts of the General Assembly of Her Majesty's Province of New-Brunswick passed in the year 1866. Fredericton, NB: G. E. Fenety, Printer to the Queen’s Most Excellent Majesty, 1866.
An Act to amend Chapter 87, of the Revised Statutes, 'Of Regulations for shipping Seamen at the Port of Saint John.’ Passed 9th July, 1866. 29 Victoria – Chapter 21 (Session 2) 1866 This Act authorizes a shipping officer to give a seaman and wages in advance. Acts of the General Assembly of Her Majesty's Province of New-Brunswick passed in the year 1866. Fredericton, NB: G. E. Fenety, Printer to the Queen’s Most Excellent Majesty, 1866.
An Act to incorporate the Sussex Vale Mechanics Institute. Passed 8th June, 1865. 28 Victoria – Chapter 57 1865 This act allows for the incorporation of the Sussex Vale Mechanics Institute and stipulates how it will be administered and financed. Acts of the General Assembly of Her Majesty's Province of New-Brunswick passed in the year 1865. Fredericton, NB: G. E. Fenety, Printer to the Queen’s Most Excellent Majesty, 1865.
An Act relating to Rules and Regulations for the government of Pilots in the County of Charlotte. Passed 20th April, 1863. 26 Victoria – Chapter 36 1863 This act changes how Charlotte County officials can regulate navigation and collect rates on ships entering its ports. Acts of the General Assembly of Her Majesty's Province of New-Brunswick passed in the year 1863. Fredericton, NB: G. E. Fenety, Printer to the Queen’s Most Excellent Majesty, 1863.
An Act relating to Pilots. Passed 12th April 1861. 24 Victoria Chapter 16 1861 This Act provides for the protection and pay of pilots taken to sea without their consent. Acts of Her Majesty's Province of New Brunswick passed in the year 1861. Fredericton: John Simpson, 1861.
An Act relating to Sick and Disabled Seamen. Passed 13th April 1859. 22 Victoria Chapter 33 1859 This Act authorizes the appointment of Commissioners to provide for sick and disabled seamen. Acts of the General Assembly of Her Majesty's Province of New Brunswick passed in the year 1859. Fredericton: John Simpson, 1859.
An Act to amend an Act passed in the Twenty-first Year of the Reign of Her Majesty, entitled “An Act to provide for the performance of Contracts between Masters and Servants in this Colony.” (Passed 20th April, 1859.) 22 Victoria Chapter 12 1859 This is an amendment to an act passed in 1858, which imposed penalties for those who refuse to fulfill employment contracts to which they've agreed, no matter what the field of work - whether they be fishermen, agricultural workers, or general labourers. Early Canadiana Online
An Act to Prevent the Desertion of Seamen. (Passed 10th May, 1858.) 21 Victoria Chapter 10 1858 This act imposes a fine of no greater than five pounds, or an imprisonment of two months, for those caught aiding deserting seamen. Early Canadiana Online
An Act to provide for the Performance of Contracts between Masters and Servants in this colony. (Passed 10th May, 1858.) 21 Victoria Chapter 9 1858 This act imposes penalties for those who refuse to fulfill employment contracts to which they've agreed, no matter what the field of work - whether they be fishermen, agricultural workers, or general labourers. Early Canadiana Online
An Act to alter and amend Chapter 22, Title III, of the Revised Statues, “Of Sick and Disabled Seamen.” Passed 26th March 1857. 20 Victoria Chapter 1 Session 2 1857 This act repeals a prior piece of legislation related to sick and disabled seamen. Acts of the General Assembly of Her Majesty's Province of New Brunswick passed in the year 1587. Fredericton: John Simpson, 1857.
An Act to amend an Act regulating the shipping of Seamen at the Port of Saint John, and extend the provisions thereof to other Ports and places being Sea Ports in this Province. Passed 3rd May 1853. 16 Victoria – Chapter 36 1853 This Act details the persons responsible for the management of seamen, ports, and vessels in Saint John. Acts of the General Assembly of Her Majesty's Province of New-Brunswick passed in the year 1853. Fredericton, NB: John Simpson, Printer to the Queen’s Most Excellent Majesty, 1853.
An Act to amend, the Act intituled, An Act to incorporate the Pilots for and above the Harbour of Quebec. Assented to 14th June, 1853. 16 Victoria – Chapter 258 1852 This is an amendment to a 1850 act which incorporated the Pilots, The act outlines the business structure and property that the corporation can hold. Early Canadiana Online
An Act to continue An Act for regulating the shipping of Seamen at the Port of Saint John. Passed 7th April 1852. 15 Victoria Chapter 61 1852 This act continues prior legislation for regulating the shipping of seamen at the port of Saint John. Acts of the General Assembly of Her Majesty's Province of New Brunswick passed in the year 1852. Fredericton: John Simpson, 1852.
An Act to amend an Act intituled An Act to consolidate and amend the Laws relating to Sick and Disabled Seamen belonging to this Province not being Paupers. Passed 30th March 1852. 15 Victoria Chapter 33 1852 This act amends prior legislation to consolidate and amend the laws relating to sick and disabled seamen in New Brunswick who are not paupers. Acts of the General Assembly of Her Majesty's Province of New Brunswick passed in the year 1852. Fredericton: John Simpson, 1852.
An Act for the regulation of Pawnbrokers and Pawnbroking. 30th August, 1851. 14 & 15 Victoria – Chapter 82 1851 This act requires pawn brokers and sellers to hold a license in order to practice, to be renewed on an annual basis. Fines for selling or brokering without a license are specified. Early Canadiana Online
An Act to amend the Law relating to Apprentices and Minors. 2d August, 1851. 14 & 15 Victoria – Chapter 11 1851 This act amends the length of time which apprentices and minors can be retained. Early Canadiana Online
An Act to consolidate and amend the Laws relating to sick and disabled Seamen belonging to this Province, not being Paupers. Passed 26th April 1850. 13 Victoria Chapter 48 1850 This act consolidates and amends the laws relating to sick and disabled seamen in the province who are not paupers. Acts of the General Assembly of Her Majesty's Province of New Brunswick passed in the year 1850. Fredericton: John Simpson, 1850.
An Act to continue an Act to make provision for Seamen shipped on board of Vessels belonging to this Province. Passed 26th April 1850. 13 Victoria Chapter 27 1850 This act continues prior legislation providing for seamen shipped onboard vessels belonging to the province. Acts of the General Assembly of Her Majesty's Province of New Brunswick passed in the year 1850. Fredericton: John Simpson, 1850.
An Act to continue an Act to prevent injuries on Lands in the vicinity of the River Saint John by persons conveying Timber, Logs or Lumber down the same. Passed 11th April 1850. 13 Victoria Chapter 13 1850 This act continues prior legislation intended to prevent injuries to those transporting lumber on the Saint John River. Acts of the General Assembly of Her Majesty's Province of New Brunswick passed in the year 1850. Fredericton: John Simpson, 1850.
An Act to incorporate the Quebec Workmen’s Benevolent Society. 24th July, 1850. 13 & 14 Victoria – Chapter 127 1850 An act to incorporate the Quebec Workmen's Benevolent Society which is a mutual aid society protecting workers by providing sick leave, disability pay, or a retirement fund. They are allowed to hold 2000 pounds in funds. Early Canadiana Online