"Rand formula" meaning in English

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Proper name

Etymology: From Supreme Court of Canada Justice Ivan C. Rand (1884–1969), who developed the formula in 1946. Head templates: {{en-proper noun}} Rand formula
  1. (Canada, law) The principle, widely recognized in Canadian law and in collective agreements, that all employees of a unionized workplace must pay dues to the labor union, whether they choose to be members of the union or not. Wikipedia link: Rand formula Tags: Canada Categories (topical): Law Related terms: right to work
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