DEZI SINGH, LLM, MIR, BBA
Mediator | Arbitrator | Workplace Advisor
About Dezi
I am an experienced labour and employment professional providing mediation, arbitration, and workplace advisory services across unionized and non-union environments.What I Bring
- Almost 20 years resolving complex workplace disputes
- Experience in both Federally and Provincially regulated workplaces
- Track record with major organizations including Canada Post, CBC, CIBC, Maple Leaf Foods, and Canada Packers
- Member of the Negotiation & Arbitration Roster with Natural Resources Canada since 2014My Approach
My practice is grounded in deep knowledge of collective bargaining, labour law, and workplace dynamics, combined with a strong commitment to procedural fairness, credibility, and trust. Having worked extensively with unions, management, boards, and regulators, I bring a balanced perspective focused on resolution—allowing parties to move forward in a constructive, productive manner.
Background
Education
- Master of Laws (LLM) - Osgoode Hall Law School, York University
- Master of Industrial Relations (MIR) - Queen's University
- Honours Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) - Schulich School of Business, York UniversityProfessional Experience
- Negotiation & Arbitration Roster, Natural Resources Canada (2014-Present)
- Board of Directors & Chair of HR Committee, Burlington Food Bank (2025-Present)
- Former Trustee, Union Benefit, Dental & Pension Funds (2015-2026)Notable Clients
Canada Post, Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC), Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce (CIBC), Maple Leaf Foods, Canada PackersCertifications
- Stitt Feld Handy Group Applied ADR Course
- Stitt Feld Handy Group Advanced ADR Course
Services
Rights Mediation & Arbitration
Mediation and arbitration of rights-based grievances and employment disputes
Discipline and discharge cases, policy grievances, and contract interpretation matters
Disputes involving health and safety, harassment, accommodation, attendance management, and management rights
Pre-arbitration mediation to promote efficient resolution
Clear, well-reasoned decisions grounded in evidence and arbitral principles
Interest Arbitration & Collective Bargaining
Interest arbitration and mediation of collective bargaining disputes
First agreements, renewal negotiations, and mid-term bargaining issues
Restructuring, operational change, and workforce transition matters
Balanced, pragmatic approach to complex bargaining environments
Determination of outstanding collective agreement terms where required
Workplace Advisory
Strategic advice on collective agreement interpretation, bargaining and risk
Conducting and overseeing independent workplace investigations
Supporting workforce transitions and organizational change
Individual or joint training on employee relations, labour relations, relationship building and dispute resolution
Contact
Dezi Singh
Tel: : 647-463-0231
Email: [email protected]
All services are offered in English and French
Rates available upon request