Public sector unions developed quickly after 1967 due to the Employee Associations that were in place prior to enactment of the Public Service Staff Relations Act.

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Public sector unions in Canada experienced rapid growth following the enactment of the Public Service Staff Relations Act in 1967, which legally recognized and facilitated collective bargaining in the federal public service. Prior to this, employee associations existed that represented workers' interests but lacked formal bargaining powers. The transition to formal union status post-1967 allowed these groups to negotiate directly with the government, leading to the quick development of public sector unions.

Public Sector Unions Developed Quickly After 1967 Due to the Employee