Humanizing the Downsizing Process: A Review of a Recent Downsizing Process in Three Conservation Authorities

Author

Thomas Prout, Western University

Date of Award

8-1-1997

Degree Type

Major Research Paper

Degree Name

Master of Public Administration

Program

Political Science

Supervisor

Agócs, Carol

Geographical Areas

Ontario

Abstract

This paper examines the ways in which the negative effects of downsizing can be reduced based on a survey of stakeholders involved in the downsizing processes of three conservation authorities in Ontario – Ausable Bayfield, Saugeen Valley, and Upper Thames River. The findings reveal that the most important factor to consider with respect to downsizing is whether there are good human resource management practices in place long before the downsizing process is to occur.

Recommended Citation

Prout, Thomas, "Humanizing the Downsizing Process: A Review of a Recent Downsizing Process in Three Conservation Authorities" (1997). MPA Major Research Papers. 22.
https://ir.lib.uwo.ca/lgp-mrps/22