News – London and District Labour Council

World Water Day

March 22, 2026

The following is from the Council of Canadians: On March 22nd, we mark World Water…

No More Waiting: Canada’s Unions Demand Action to Modernize the Employment Equity Act

March 21, 2026

On this International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, Canada’s unions are renewing our…

Canada’s unions call for immediate action as global oil shock drives up costs for Canadians

March 19, 2026

OTTAWA – The recent events relating to global energy disruptions – from conflict involving Iran…

March 11 OSAP Protest

March 19, 2026

Day of Action to Protect Canadian Public Health Care

March 19, 2026

The following is from the Ontario Health Coalition: Hundreds came out to call on our…

Sustainable Jobs Partnership Council Responds to Canada’s 2026 – 2030 Sustainable Jobs Action Plan

March 13, 2026

OTTAWA, ON––The Sustainable Jobs Partnership Council acknowledges that many of the government’s priorities and those…

Building Power at the Grassroots: Municipal Elections Matter

March 11, 2026

The next webinar in our series: Addressing the Housing Crisis

March 10, 2026

The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) has launched a new webinar series in 2026, The Issues…

Rising Up for women’s economic justice

March 8, 2026

This International Women’s Day, Canada’s unions are Rising Up to demand a worker-centred economic strategy…

The Care Economy Is Canada’s Untapped Economic Superpower

March 6, 2026

Why Canada’s economic resilience depends on sustained investment in care By Siobhán Vipond, Executive Vice-President, Canadian Labour Congress and…

Statement from Bea Bruske: Canada’s unions call for de-escalation and diplomacy in Iran

March 5, 2026

The Canadian Labour Congress, through its affiliation with the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC), has…

Solidarity with Cuba

February 20, 2026

The Canadian Labour Congress strongly condemns the U.S. government’s aggression toward Cuba. We stand in…

Statement from Bea Bruske: Canada’s unions must be at the table in trade talks

February 19, 2026

With trade discussions between Canada and Mexico underway this week, Canada’s unions are raising a…

Unions Call for Corporate Tax Transparency as Billions Shift Offshore

February 12, 2026

OTTAWA — Today, the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC), alongside Public Services International (PSI) and the…

Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress

February 11, 2026

Today, families in Tumbler Ridge and across British-Columbia are going through something no one should ever have to experience. Every student…

Become a WHSC Instructor This Spring—Participation Fee Waived

February 6, 2026

The following is from the Workers Health and Safety Centre (WHSC): Become a WHSC-qualified instructor…

Labour movement to Parliament: it’s time to put workers at the centre of Canada’s trade strategy

February 3, 2026

OTTAWA — As global trade tensions rise and economic uncertainty deepens, Canada’s labour movement is…

Black History Month: Unions demand action on environmental racism

February 1, 2026

Canada’s unions are marking Black History Month by calling for an end to environmental racism.…

CLC’s response for the Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit

January 27, 2026

OTTAWA –– Today’s announcement from Prime Minister Carney recognizes what workers across this country already know:…

CTV News: Province Holds Pre-budget Consultations

January 26, 2026

The London Health Coalition is featured in this report. https://www.ctvnews.ca/london/video/2026/01/21/province-holds-pre-budget-consultations-in-london

Solidarity with Malayali community and immigrant youth: No Space for Racism in London

January 25, 2026

On January 18, a group of South Asian immigrant youth from the Malayali community were…

Statement – On the Canada–China Strategic Partnership

January 16, 2026

Today’s announcement of a new strategic partnership between the Government of Canada and the People’s…

Workers Must Come First in CUSMA — No Trade Deal at the Expense of Jobs, Industry, or Public Services

January 15, 2026

OTTAWA – Today, Canada’s unions met Minister Dominic LeBlanc, Minister responsible for Canada-U.S. Trade, Intergovernmental…

Canadian Labour Congress Launches New Webinar Series: The Issues and You

January 9, 2026

The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) is launching a new webinar series in 2026, The Issues…

Canadian Labour Congress Joins International Labour Movement in Condemning U.S. Military Aggression and Violation of Venezuela’s Sovereignty

January 5, 2026

The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) joins the international labour movement, including the International Trade Union…

Migrant workers deserve equal rights and opportunities

December 18, 2025

Canada’s unions are marking International Migrants Day by continuing to call for equal rights and…

Result of judicial review further strengthens the need for an empowered CORE to ensure corporate accountability of Canadian companies

December 17, 2025

As part of a longstanding commitment to improving living and working conditions for Bangladeshi garment…

2025 Labour 7 continues to raise concerns about the G7 labour and employment agenda

December 17, 2025

Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, winds down her tenure as the Labour 7…

Protecting Fundamental Rights — Our Concerns with Bill C-9

December 12, 2025

The CLC condemns all forms of hate, discrimination, and harassment. We will continue to fight…

A thriving economy shouldn’t cost us our human rights

December 10, 2025

CLC President, Bea Bruske, issued the following statement on International Human Rights Day: Canada’s unions…

Canada’s unions rise up for justice for gender-based violence (GBV) workforce

December 6, 2025

As we mark the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Womenin Canada,…

Canada’s unions echo the call: End disability poverty now

December 3, 2025

To mark the International Day for Persons with Disabilities, Canada’s unions are reiterating our demand…

Stephannie Leach – Winner of the 2025 Carol McGregor CLC Disability Rights Award

December 3, 2025

Every year on December 3, the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, the Canadian Labour…

Canada’s Unions Rise Up Against Gender-Based Violence

November 25, 2025

As we mark the beginning of the 16 Days of Action Against Gender-Based Violence, Canada’s…

CLC on CUSMA talks: Canada must use its leverage to protect workers

November 24, 2025

OTTAWA – Appearing before the parliamentary committee studying the renegotiation of the Canada–United States–Mexico Agreement…

Budget 2025 misses the mark: Workers demand real action

November 24, 2025

OTTAWA—Tomorrow, more than 300 workers from all over Canada will descend on Parliament hill in…

Canada’s unions stand in solidarity for Trans Day of Remembrance

November 20, 2025

Today and every day, Canada’s unions stand firmly in solidarity with trans and gender-diverse communities…

Statement of solidarity from Bea Bruske with Albertan communities impacted by Bill 9

November 19, 2025

Yesterday, Danielle Smith’s conservative government introduced its latest in a series of legislative attacks on…

LDLC This Week

November 7, 2025

On Tuesday, November 4, LDLC joined the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) Local 566…

Canada’s unions call for stronger action on jobs and public services

November 4, 2025

OTTAWA—Today’s federal budget lands at a moment of deep uncertainty. Workers are facing rising prices,…

Canadian Labour Congress available for comment on Budget 2025

November 3, 2025

OTTAWA — Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) President Bea Bruske will take part in the federal…

Budget 2025 must create jobs by investing in people and infrastructure—not cuts and corporate giveaways

October 31, 2025

OTTAWA—As workers and communities face growing uncertainty from Trump’s trade war, inflation, and a rising…

Bruske on pre-budget measures: When government listens to workers, we see progress

October 27, 2025

OTTAWA—Canada’s unions welcome today’s pre-budget measures that recognize the essential role of workers in building…

Statement by Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress

October 23, 2025

In response to the Prime Minister’s pre-budget address OTTAWA – Prime Minister Carney is right…

Canada’s unions put workers at the heart of NDP leadership race

October 23, 2025

OTTAWA –– The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) put workers’ issues in the spotlight on Wednesday,…

Statement by Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress

October 22, 2025

OTTAWA –– Canada’s unions are gathering this week at our Canadian Council to strategize at…

College Part-Time Support Staff vote “YES” and deliver strike mandate

October 19, 2025

The results are in! This week, college part-time support staff in Ontario took a massive…

Ontario full-time college support staff reach tentative agreement after nearly five weeks of strike action

October 19, 2025

October 15, 2025 After nearly five weeks on strike, full-time college support staff, represented by…

Workers first: The CLC hosts a forum with NDP leadership candidates

October 16, 2025

OTTAWA — On Wednesday, October 22, the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) will host a worker-first…

Our Course is the Conscience of Humanity

October 12, 2025

October 8, 2025/Analysis by David Heap, co-chair of the London Chapter of the Council of Canadians…

OPSEU/SEFPO Local 109: Picket Lines Continue Tuesday Oct 14, Students are Writing to College Presidents

October 12, 2025

Picket lines will resume at Fanshawe College campus locations on Tuesday October 14, 8 a.m.…

Is a $1 million fine enough?

October 10, 2025

The following is from the Migrant Rights Network: Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre is demanding the…

Progress on trade in Canada must reflect a commitment to Indigenous rights

September 30, 2025

Canada’s unions are marking the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation by calling on government…

OPSEU/SEFPO Local 109 Lines the Block with Solidarity

September 30, 2025

OPSEU/SEFPO Local 109 held a Line the Block solidarity event on Friday, September 26, 2025,…

Postal workers under attack: labour leaders join Ottawa rally for public postal service

September 29, 2025

OTTAWA, ON – On Wednesday, October 1, CLC Executive Vice-Presidents Siobhán Vipond and Larry Rousseau…

London and District Labour Council Recognizes the Importance of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation across Canada

September 29, 2025

September 29, 2025 The London and District Labour Council recognizes the importance of this Day…

NEWS: London postal workers return to strike line to protect public mail services

September 27, 2025

The following is from the Antler River Media Co-op. Story by Morgan Oddie, September 27,…

Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress

September 26, 2025

Ottawa – For years, postal workers have put forward smart, practical ideas to strengthen Canada…

The Government Has Failed the Public

September 26, 2025

The following is from the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW): Yesterday, when Minister Joël…

Successful London Public Health Care Protest

September 26, 2025

The following information is from the Ontario Health Coalition: Thank you very much to everyone…

Economic justice depends on bold vision, investment in care

September 23, 2025

Canada’s unions are marking 2025 gender equality week by rising with a bold vision for…

OPSEU rally brings workers together in fight for public education

September 23, 2025

We’d like to thank our friends at Antler River Media Co-op for sending us this…

Draw The Line September 20, 2025

September 20, 2025

September 20, 2025: Photos from today’s DRAW THE LINE event at Victoria Park in London,…

As Parliament Returns, Canada’s Unions Say: No More Cuts, Invest in Workers

September 17, 2025

OTTAWA — With Parliament’s fall session underway and the Bank of Canada’s latest interest rate…

Canadian Labour Congress Responds to Bank of Canada Rates and Fall Session of Parliament

September 16, 2025

OTTAWA, ON — With Parliament’s fall session underway and the Bank of Canada set to…

Canada has an opportunity and a responsibility to be a voice for peace

September 12, 2025

The Canadian Labour Congress urges Prime Minister Carney to reaffirm his July 30 statement to…

Statement by Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, on the Prime Minister’s trade and tariff announcement

September 5, 2025

Ottawa – Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, released the following statement: “Canada’s…

Huge Turnout at London Labour Day Picnic 2025

September 2, 2025

The London and District Labour Council is pleased to report that about 1,000 people attended…

Happy Labour Day: Workers’ Power Is the Answer to the New Gilded Age

September 1, 2025

By Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress Happy Labour Day. Today, we celebrate…

London’s Labour Day: Historical Roots and “Call to Militant Actions and Authentic Solidarity”

August 29, 2025

The following is from the Antler River Media Co-op: On the last long weekend of…

Statement from Bea Bruske on Carney’s plan to remove U.S. counter-tariffs

August 22, 2025

Canada’s unions refuse to accept punishing tariffs on our critical export industries as the “new…

CUPE flight attendants prove bargaining, not Carney’s Section 107, delivers deals

August 19, 2025

OTTAWA – Air Canada flight attendants, members of CUPE, have delivered a decisive blow to…

CANADA’S LABOUR MOVEMENT STANDS UNITED AGAINST GOVERNMENT VIOLATION OF WORKERS’ RIGHTS

August 18, 2025

Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, following an emergency meeting of…

Media Release: Call for Immediate Humanitarian Aid to Gaza and a Permanent Arms Embargo on Israel

August 2, 2025

July 31 2025 The London and District Labour Council and the London Council of Canadians…

Statement from Bea Bruske: Trump’s 35% Tariffs Demand a Bold Response

July 31, 2025

We are once again facing a direct economic assault on Canada and Canadian workers. Donald…

Canada’s unions applaud recognition of Palestinian statehood and urge further action to end the crisis in Gaza

July 31, 2025

Open Letter from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, to Prime Minister Mark…

Gaza: ITUC condemns Israeli interception of Handala solidarity boat and arrest of trade unionists

July 30, 2025

The International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC) expresses deep concern and condemnation over the recent interception…

Council of the Federation must focus on the impact of the trade war on workers

July 22, 2025

Bea Bruske, the President of the Canadian Labour Congress, issued the following statement today: Today,…

CLC President Bea Bruske in Washington for labour meetings amidst trade war

July 16, 2025

WASHINGTON, D.C. – As U.S. President Donald Trump reignites global instability with a reckless 35%…

OHC: Participate in Open Consultations on Uninsured Services and Block Fees

July 11, 2025

Please note that the Ontario Health Coalition is not affiliated with the College of Physicians…

Canada’s unions warn against austerity

July 9, 2025

Statement by Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress Prime Minister Carney’s instruction to…

Postal workers deserve a fair deal, not government interference

July 3, 2025

Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress Canada’s unions are deeply disappointed…

Joint statement from French, British, and Canadian unions

June 17, 2025

In advance of the UN conference France is co-chairing, we unions representing millions of workers…

Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, on the G7 Summit

June 12, 2025

From Kitimat to Selkirk, Sault Ste. Marie to Alma, and now Hamilton—workers across Canada are…

Canada’s unions urge the government to take action to help end the crisis in Gaza

June 11, 2025

In a letter to Prime Minister Mark Carney, Canadian Labour Congress President Bea Bruske urges…

Solidarity in our Pride: Unions Welcome 2025 Pride Season in Celebration of 2SLGBTQI+ Workers and Communities

June 4, 2025

From coast to coast, unions are joining in the festivities to celebrate the 2025 Pride…

Canada’s Labour, Business, and Municipal Leaders Respond to Trump’s Tariff Hike

June 3, 2025

Ottawa, ON — On Wednesday, June 4, three of Canada’s foremost national leaders representing workers,…

Gaza: ITUC calls for urgent action to end humanitarian catastrophe

June 2, 2025

In response to the escalating violence in Gaza and the humanitarian catastrophe there, the International…

Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, on the Wildfires Affecting Communities Across Canada

May 31, 2025

As wildfires continue to devastate communities across Canada—particularly in Manitoba—our hearts go out to everyone…

Statement from Bea Bruske in Reaction to Trump’s Plan to Double Tariffs

May 31, 2025

Donald Trump’s plan to double steel & aluminum tariffs is yet another direct  attack on Canadian workers and…

National AccessAbility Week 2025: Federal government must provide a better benefit

May 29, 2025

Canada’s unions are marking National AccessAbility Week 2025 by calling on the newly elected federal government to…

Throne Speech misses the mark for workers

May 27, 2025

Statement by Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, on the Government’s Throne Speech…

Workers mark IDAHOBIT 2025 united against anti-2SLGBTQI+ hate

May 17, 2025

Across Canada, unions are marking the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia with a…

Labour 7 Statement to G7 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors

May 14, 2025

Labour 7 urges G7 countries to put green and decent job creation at heart of…

Justice For Workers: Join the fight for emergency supports

May 14, 2025

Take action now: https://bit.ly/TariffCrisisEmail

Negotiations Update: Canada Post Takes a Pause

May 14, 2025

During the afternoon of May 13, Canada Post negotiators informed CUPW that they were leaving…

Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, on the swearing-in of Prime Minister Carney’s Cabinet

May 13, 2025

OTTAWA – Today marks a new chapter for Canada, and workers are watching closely. With…

Grieving families demand real enforcement of the Westray Law

May 9, 2025

Today, May 9th 2025, marks the 33rd anniversary of the Westray disaster, where 26 miners…

Universal health care must include mental health

May 5, 2025

Canada’s unions are marking Mental Health Week by calling on the new federal government to…

May 1 2025 Tolpuddle Award Presentation

May 2, 2025

On May 1, 2025, International Workers’ Day, we presented the Toldpuddle Martyrs Award to John…

CUPE 2073 Canadian Hearing Services On Strike

May 2, 2025

Members of CUPE 2073 at Canadian Hearing Services are on strike. The London location is…

High School Seniors Invited to Apply for WHSC Scholarship

May 1, 2025

Do you know a high school student who will be entering a publicly funded Ontario…

Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress

April 29, 2025

Today, we celebrate and thank Jagmeet Singh for his extraordinary leadership and unwavering commitment to…

Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, on the federal election results

April 29, 2025

Congratulations to Prime Minister Mark Carney on last night’s election victory. Canadians with a diversity…

Day of Mourning: Workers’ safety and wellbeing must be a top priority

April 28, 2025

Every year on April 28, workers in Canada mark the National Day of Mourning, a…

Day of Mourning: London 2025

April 28, 2025

Photos from the April 28, 2025 Day of Mourning ceremony in London, Ontario:

Remembering Garvin Yapp

April 27, 2025

April 28th is the National Day of Mourning to remember workers killed at work. We…

Rana Plaza: 12 years of fighting for corporate accountability

April 24, 2025

Since 2013, when the Rana Plaza factory collapsed in Bangladesh, Canada’s unions have marked the…

Canada’s unions sound alarm on public health care crisis

April 14, 2025

Nanaimo, B.C. — Standing in front of Nanaimo Hospital, labour leaders and frontline workers joined…

International Women’s Day March 8, 2025

April 14, 2025

This page includes photos and videos from this year’s International Women’s Day, March 8, 2025.…

Patients over profits: Defending our public health care

April 11, 2025

Nanaimo, BC—Canada’s public health care system is in crisis. Working families are facing impossible choices—whether…

Close to Home. Plan to attend a Day of Mourning Event

April 9, 2025

On April 28 workers, families, labour, and community partners will gather at Day of Mourning…

Labour Leaders Rally in Windsor as Tariffs Threaten Canadian Jobs

April 7, 2025

WINDSOR, ON — As the fallout from Donald Trump’s reckless tariffs sends shockwaves across the…

Canadian Labour Congress joins workers in Windsor, Ontario

April 4, 2025

Workers must not be collateral damage in Trump’s destructive trade war Windsor, ON – The…

Canada’s unions call for immediate action on U.S. tariffs threatening over one million jobs

April 2, 2025

OTTAWA – As union leaders from across the country gather in Ottawa, Canada’s unions are…

WHSC’s New London Hub Offers OHS Training for Southwestern Ontario

April 2, 2025

Workers Health & Safety Centre (WHSC) has launched a new training facility in London to…

Canada’s unions call for immediate expansion of universal Pharmacare

April 1, 2025

OTTAWA –– As we prepare for the devastating economic impacts of Trump’s unjustified and reckless…

CLC and FTQ Presidents to Address Impact of U.S. Tariffs on Canadian Workers

April 1, 2025

OTTAWA, ON — As Canada’s unions gather in Ottawa for an important meeting to discuss…

CLC statement: Hudson’s Bay hands $3M to executives and no severance to workers

March 26, 2025

Hudson’s Bay’s financial crisis cannot and must not come at the expense of its workers.…

Canada’s unions launch bold platform as federal election called

March 24, 2025

“Workers Together” plan challenges parties to tackle trade threats, strengthen public health care and address…

Frank Green Reports: Charlie Angus and “Elbows Up!”

March 22, 2025

By Frank Green (Retired Fanshawe College faculty member, former Local President of OPSEU/SEFPO Local 110)…

Labour leaders launch “Building a Better Future for Working People” platform

March 21, 2025

St. John’s, NL—Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC), alongside Jessica McCormick, President…

Workers in Canada are pushing back against attacks on DEI policies

March 21, 2025

This International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, Canada’s unions reaffirm their commitment to…

International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination

March 21, 2025

The following is from the Migrant Rights Network: On this International Day for the Elimination of…

Government action needed as U.S. tariffs cause Canadian job losses

March 18, 2025

Hawkesbury, ON — The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) and United Steelworkers (USW) demand immediate government…

Canada’s unions call on Hudson’s Bay to prioritize workers in bankruptcy proceedings

March 18, 2025

Hudson’s Bay’s financial troubles shouldn’t come at the cost of workers’ livelihoods. Nearly 9,000 jobs…

Abject failure: Canada’s would-be human rights watchdog leaves Bangladeshi garment workers languishing in poverty

March 12, 2025

In many Bangladeshi garment factories, the women and men who make clothes for export around…

Canada’s unions to Carney: Protect workers from job losses and uncertainty

March 11, 2025

OTTAWA, ON – The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) is demanding immediate and decisive action from…

Labour 7 statement to the G7: Putting social justice at the heart of international cooperation

March 11, 2025

The G7 meets in 2025 in a time of profound geopolitical shifts and tensions. While…

International Women’s Day 2025 – Workers are bringing gender justice to the ballot box

March 8, 2025

Across Canada, women and gender diverse workers are fed up with bearing the brunt of…

Canada’s Unions welcome extended child care funding

March 6, 2025

The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) welcomed today’s announcement that the $10 a day Child Care…

Open Letter to Premier Ford to secure federal child care funding extension

March 5, 2025

The following is from the Ontario Coalition for Better Child Care (OCBCC): Over 100 Ontario…

Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, on Trump’s tariff attack on Canada

March 4, 2025

Today, we face an unprecedented economic attack on Canada and Canadian workers. Donald Trump’s reckless…

Save Ontario’s Colleges and Universities

February 26, 2025

The following is from CAUT (Canadian Association of University Teachers): The Ontario election is this Thursday,…

Your vote plan

February 21, 2025

In the last Ontario election, 4.7 million people voted–but more than 6 million people sat…

Access lifesaving working at heights training at WHSC training centres

February 11, 2025

Did you know that when Ontario’s Working at Heights training standard was revised last year…

Ontario Health Coalition: Questions For Candidates

February 7, 2025

The following Questions for Candidates were provided by the Ontario Health Coalition: We have provided…

Town Hall Gives Political Voice To Londoners

February 7, 2025

The following is from the Council of Canadians London Chapter: People want public health care,…

Sharon Stanley: Be a listener, not just a talker

February 5, 2025

The following is from the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE). Sharon Stanley is the…

Town Hall Will Bring Together Londoners

January 31, 2025

Media advisory London, ON – About 100 people will gather in London on Tuesday to combat…

United Way: Open Letter Calls on Government of Ontario to Declare Intimate Partner Violence an Epidemic

January 28, 2025

Dear Premier Ford United Ways across Ontario are writing to express our profound concern with…

CUPW: Negotiations Break Down

January 18, 2025

the following is from the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW): https://www.cupw.ca/en/negotiations-break-down

CUPW: Next Steps

December 18, 2024

December 17, 2024The following is from the Canadian Union of Postal Workers: The Canada Industrial…

December 18: A Day Without Migrants

December 16, 2024

The following is from the Migrant Rights Network: December 18 is International Migrants Day, a…

Ontario Health Coalition: Stratford Pre-Budget Hearings

December 16, 2024

Stratford – As the government travels to Stratford to hold Pre-Budget Hearings, concerned citizens from…

CIRB Decision

December 16, 2024

The decision of the Canada Industrial Relations board regarding Canada Post and CUPW.

Is your working at heights training certificate valid? WHSC can help!

November 26, 2024

View this email in your browser November 26, 2024 Research suggests working at heights (WAH)…

On the Line with CUPW

November 26, 2024

From the solidarity picket Saturday November 23, 2024: From November 15, 2024:

OHC: Info on what OHIP covers & illegal/unlawful charges to patients

November 14, 2024

The following is from the Ontario Health Coalition (OHC): Last evening, we held a webinar…

CBC Story: After a brief retreat, politicians are again clamouring for the notwithstanding clause

November 13, 2024

You may find this CBC article about the use of the Notwithstanding Clause to be…

Cold Comfort: A Labour Story for Remembrance Day

November 11, 2024

By Frank Green, Retired Member of OPSEU/SEFPO Local 110 For some strange reason, the return…

Prioritizing Health and Safety in Construction

November 8, 2024

Deaths, critical injuries, and debilitating illnesses are far too common outcomes of work in Ontario’s…

Ford Can’t Build the Ontario we Need

November 7, 2024

The Ontario Federation of Labour issued this media release on GlobeNewswire on Wednesday, October 30, 2024. TORONTO…

U.S. Election 2024: An American Labor Perspective

November 7, 2024

The following is from the American Federation of Teachers (AFT): AFT President Randi Weingarten issued the…

Rights, Not Cuts

October 18, 2024

The following is from the Migrant Rights Network: This morning, migrant workers from across Canada…

CALM Awards for Excellence in Labour Journalism

October 17, 2024

Announcing a new awards program… You know and love the Annual CALM Awards. This year,…

United Way 3M Harvest Lunch 2024

October 1, 2024

Gender Equality Coalition Gala 2024

September 30, 2024

Photos from the Gender Equality Coalition of Ontario Gala held September 23, 2024.

Labour Day 2024

September 30, 2024

Photos from the September 2, 2024 London and District Labour Council Labour Day Picnic.

Media Release: LDLC Calls Out Western and the Mayor

September 26, 2024

The London and District Labour Council Calls out the Western University Employer and the Mayor…

Ontario Health Coalition Briefing Note

September 5, 2024

London Pride 2024

August 14, 2024

Here are some photos from London’s Pride Parade July 21, 2024

WHSC: Infectious diseases, reducing workplace spread, improving indoor air

July 29, 2024

Did you know that infectious agents possess unique characteristics that set them apart from other…

Choose from ever increasing WHSC Certification training options

July 18, 2024

A Workers Health & Safety Centre PublicationJuly 18, 2024 JHSC Certification Training Options for the…

Growing violence in schools – disturbing reality, study finds

June 26, 2024

The following is from WHSC: Violence in Ontario’s public schools continues to grow to critical…

LEGISLATION FOR HEAT LIMITS IN THE WORKPLACE NOW!

June 26, 2024

The following is from the OFL: The Ontario Federation of Labour (OFL) has launched a…

City of London Budget Proposal: Attention All Members of the Community!

June 25, 2024

The following is from Pastor Thomas, CEO of the W.E.A.N. Community Centre: This Wednesday will…

CUPW: Canada Post Speaking Out of Both Sides of Its Mouth

June 12, 2024

The following was provided by CUPW during Reports of Unions at our June 12, 2024…

OHC: Update on Hearings and Send Your Written Input to Save and Restore Local Hospitals

June 11, 2024

The following is from the Ontario Health Coalition: Please send your written input by June…

WHSC: Prioritize working at heights training for safety & compliance

June 11, 2024

Falls from heights is a leading cause of serious injury and traumatic death on construction…

Heat stress toolkit, WHSC training help combat growing hazard

June 7, 2024

As global temperatures rise, heat stress has become a greater threat to workers’ health and…

More than 10,000 at huge protests form widespread, visible opposition against Ford’s privatization of our public health care

June 6, 2024

The following is from the Ontario Health Coalition: Thousands of people made a stand at…

CBC: Grassy Narrows First Nation files lawsuit against Ontario, federal governments over mercury contamination

June 4, 2024

Click here to read CBC News story.

Photos from Injured Workers Day 2024

June 3, 2024

Photos from the rally at Victoria Park in London, Ontario on Injured Workers’ Day, June…

Labour Appreciation Awards May 28, 2024

May 30, 2024

Photos from the United Way Labour Appreciation Awards at the Elgin County Railway Museum:

Summer Safety Training Programs – Start at WHSC!

May 24, 2024

Amidst the fast pace of contemporary workplaces, ensuring the safety and well-being of all workplace…

Have you been charged illegally for an insured health service?

May 23, 2024

The following message is from the London Health Coalition: Any Ontarian who believes they have…

CoC: Don’t let Big Pharma derail the Pharmacare Act!

May 23, 2024

The following is from the Council of Canadians: We have a critical moment before us.…

STUDENTS INVITED to apply for WHSC cash scholarships

May 17, 2024

The following is from WHSC: Research evidence suggest new workers, many of whom are students,…

Justice For Workers: Young undocumented teenager billed $90,000 for lifesaving hospital care in Ontario

May 15, 2024

The following is from Justice For Workers: Imagine being a teenager coming to Ontario to…

Ontario Health Coalition Public Consultation on Protecting and Improving Local Hospitals

May 15, 2024

May 14, 2024 In response to unprecedented closures of emergency departments and other local hospital…

OFL Solidarity and Pride Award Nominations (May 31, 2024)

May 12, 2024

This annual award is to acknowledge and celebrate individuals or groups who have made a…

OFL: Support the Creation of a Red Dress Alert

May 9, 2024

The following is from the Ontario Federation of Labour (OFL): Researchers have reported that Indigenous…

REDress Day May 5, 2024

May 6, 2024

On May 5, 2024, we gathered to honor and bringing awareness to Missing and Murdered…

Photos from the 2024 Tolpuddle Martyrs Award Presentation

May 2, 2024

Please enjoy these photos from the May 1, 2024 event where we presented the Tolpuddle…

Photos from the 2024 Day of Mourning London

April 30, 2024

Photos from the Day of Mourning April 28, 2024 ceremony held at the OPSEU/SEFPO Membership…

April 20 Solidarity Rally with PSAC 610

April 21, 2024

Here are some photos from our rally yesterday.

On the Line with PSAC 610

April 13, 2024

Here are some action shots of London and District Labour Council affiliates and OFL President…