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Workers with disabilities must be included in Canada’s sustainable jobs plan

December 3, 2023
As the global community marks International Day for Persons with Disabilities, Canada’s unions call on…
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Angelo Tocco – Winner of the 2023 Carol McGregor CLC Disability Rights Award

December 3, 2023
December 3 is the International Day of Persons with Disabilities—which aims to promote awareness and…
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Canada’s Unions at COP28: Shaping a Sustainable Future for Workers

December 1, 2023
Bruske: Canadian and global leaders must ensure workers are supported in shift to a net-zero…
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Workers mobilize on the Hill to urge MPs to act as families continue to struggle

November 28, 2023
Bruske: Workers are calling on MPs for urgent action on pharmacare and two key pieces…
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Violence and harassment should never be “just part of the job”

November 25, 2023
Canada’s unions are calling on the federal government to urgently address third-party violence and harassment…
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Families paying too high a price for tough economic times

November 21, 2023
OTTAWA – Canada’s unions welcome progress on housing affordability in the federal Fall Economic Statement…
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Ford Government Expanded For-Profit Hospital in Violation of the Law

November 21, 2023
Ford Government Expanded For-Profit Hospital in Violation of the Law and While Lying to the…
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Stop making those with the least bear the burden of tough economic times

November 20, 2023
By Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress as published in The Hill Times…
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Trans Equality Now: Canada’s unions call for urgent action

November 20, 2023
Canada’s unions mark Trans Day of Remembrance (TDOR) by calling on the federal government to…
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Fiscal Update Must Put Workers and Families First

November 15, 2023
Bruske: A balanced approach starts with making profitable corporations pay their fair share so the…
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Canada’s unions welcome anti-scab legislation

November 9, 2023
OTTAWA – Canada’s unions welcome Labour Minister, Seamus O’Regan’s introduction of Bill C-58, legislation to…
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Quebec public sector strike: François Legault’s government must table acceptable offers

November 6, 2023
MONTREAL – Canada’s unions stand in solidarity with the 420,000 striking Front commun workers and…
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International Day of Care and Support: Care workers deserve care too

October 29, 2023
Canada’s unions are marking the first International Day of Care with a call for greater…
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From TVO CMG Workers

October 29, 2023
The following is from TVO workers, members of the Canada Media Guild: As our talented…
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Bank of Canada holds rates steady but more needs to be done for working people

October 25, 2023
Bruske: Workers are at breaking point amidst affordability crisis OTTAWA–Canada’s unions welcome today’s Bank of…
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Former Health Ministers join experts, patients and care providers in calling for universal pharmacare

October 21, 2023
By Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress; Doug Roth, Chief Executive Officer of…
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Canada’s unions: Solidarity against government overreach. We must stop these politicians who continuously trample our rights

October 20, 2023
Bruske: Canada’s unions strongly oppose Scott Moe’s use of the notwithstanding clause.  Canada’s unions are…
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CLC Supported International Trade Union Confederation Statement on the Middle East

October 13, 2023
The ITUC calls for an immediate ceasefire by all parties and the return of all…
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Government, workers and businesses must come together to win the low-carbon economic transition

October 11, 2023
By Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress as published in iPolitics  Today Canada…
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Canada’s Unions Launch “A Future That Works” Campaign: Good Jobs for a Sustainable Tomorrow

October 10, 2023
Bruske: Workers have the solutions to create good jobs and tackle climate change. OTTAWA—Canada’s unions…
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World Day for Decent Work: Workers’ contributions should be rewarded appropriately

October 7, 2023
Canada’s unions mark World Day for Decent Work by calling on the governments to invest…
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Hate and intolerance not winning propositions

October 4, 2023
By Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress as published in The Hill Times…
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Hate is a Losing Proposition

October 4, 2023
Bruske: Manitobans choose the NDP’s positive change over Conservative intolerance WINNIPEG—Canadian Labour Congress President Bea…
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Federal government must do more to fulfill its promises on reconciliation

September 30, 2023
Canada’s unions are marking the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day…
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The London and District Labour Council Calls on the Labour Movement and Communities to Recognize the Importance of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and To Take Action

September 30, 2023
The London and District Labour Council recognizes the importance of this National Day for Truth…
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Canada’s unions release sustainable jobs blueprint

September 29, 2023
OTTAWA––The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) has partnered with the Pembina Institute to develop a blueprint…
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New Democrats and leader Wab Kinew offering stronger health care and the positive change Manitobans need

September 27, 2023
WINNIPEG – With the health care crisis getting worse and so many families struggling to…
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Alberta Premier Danielle Smith gambling with workers’ futures

September 22, 2023
Canada’s unions are voicing strong concerns about Conservative Alberta Premier, Danielle Smith’s playing politics with…
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Londoners Going to Mass Rally Monday Sept 25th to Demand Ford Cease Privatization of Core Hospital Services

September 21, 2023
What: Press conference about London Health Coalition attending Mass Rally to Demand Ford Stop Privatizing Core…
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Statement from Bea Bruske: Canada’s unions reaffirm support for 2SLGBTQI+ community

September 20, 2023
I am alarmed by recent policy decisions from the governments of New Brunswick and Saskatchewan…
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International Equal Pay Day: Canada’s Unions Call for an Integrated, Long-term Care Workforce strategy

September 18, 2023
Whether it’s health care, child care, long-term care, or community and social services, care sectors…
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Canada’s unions: Negligent employers on notice with 3-year prison sentence

September 14, 2023
In a direct message to employers who fail to ensure the health and safety of…
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As Parliament returns, people feel the pain from high prices, a slowing economy

September 14, 2023
OTTAWA–Squeezed family budgets, a worsening economy and preparing Canada for the global transition to a…
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Bank of Canada and Governments Must Put Well-Being of Workers and Families First

September 6, 2023
OTTAWA–Canada’s unions welcome today’s Bank of Canada decision not to raise rates further but warned…
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Canada’s Unions Celebrate Labour Day by Lifting Everyone Up

September 5, 2023
OTTAWA – Members of the labour movement gather today in communities across Canada to mark…
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Poilievre and the Conservatives can’t be trusted to stand up for workers

September 2, 2023
Bruske: Poilievre loud on rhetoric, but silent on his real agenda OTTAWA––With his lengthy anti-worker…
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Carol McGregor CLC Disability Rights Award

September 1, 2023
Nominations are now open! Every year on December 3, the International Day of Persons with…
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Brace yourself for the great ‘Stefansmear’ campaign of 2023

September 1, 2023
Stefanson hopes to scare you into voting for broken Conservative promises By Bea Bruske, President…
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Workers Eager to Contribute to National Electricity Grid Plan

August 8, 2023
OTTAWA – Canada’s unions applaud the federal government’s release of a vision for a net-zero…
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Support for Affiliate Strike Actions

August 8, 2023
The following is from the Ontario Federation of Labour (OFL): When workers strike and win,…
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Statement from Bea Bruske on Alberta’s decision to halt new sustainable energy projects

August 3, 2023
Bruske: Move to suspend approvals on new wind and solar projects is a setback we…
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Emancipation Day: Canada’s unions demand stronger measures to address systemic racism

August 1, 2023
As we mark Emancipation Day on August 1, it’s important that all people in Canada…
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GOVERNMENTS MUST SEARCH FOR INDIGENOUS WOMEN’S REMAINS

July 19, 2023
INDIGENOUS MMIWG2S PEOPLES ARE NOT WORTHLESS WINNIPEG—Canadian Labour Congress President Bea Bruske, with the support…
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CLC condemns harassment of Hong Kong trade union activists and leaders

July 14, 2023
The Canadian Labour Congress, representing 3 million Canadian workers, condemns the Hong Kong administration for…
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Premiers commit to meeting on health care crisis but the need for urgent action remains

July 12, 2023
WINNIPEG–Canadian Labour Congress President Bea Bruske expressed disappointment that Canada’s premiers didn’t make more progress…
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Another rate hike is bad news for workers and families

July 12, 2023
WINNIPEG–Canadian Labour Congress President Bea Bruske reacted with concern to the Bank of Canada’s decision…
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National, provincial and territorial labour leaders voice strong opposition to back-to-work legislation in ILWU job action against the BC Maritime Employers Association (BCME)

July 11, 2023
In a letter addressed to the Prime Minister, labour leaders from across the country reiterated…
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Workers to Premiers: Act Now to Fix Health Care, Create Sustainable Jobs and Make Life More Affordable

July 10, 2023
WINNIPEG—Canadian Labour Congress President Bea Bruske has written to Canada’s premiers outlining workers’ priorities for…
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Statement by Bea Bruske on the Port of Vancouver Strike

July 6, 2023
Bruske: The most durable deal is the one negotiated at the bargaining table OTTAWA –…
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Workers Looking for Premiers to Act on Health Care, Affordability and Sustainable Jobs

July 6, 2023
WINNIPEG—Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, will be available to talk about what…
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Statement from Canadian and Québec labour unions in solidarity with the family and colleagues of Shahidul Islam

June 30, 2023
The Canadian and Québec Labour movement, joining workers around the globe, condemn the brutal murder…
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Canada’s unions congratulate Leo Gerard on Order of Canada appointment

June 30, 2023
Statement from CLC President Bea Bruske on the appointment of USW International President Emeritus, Leo…
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Unions celebrate new Canada Disability Benefit

June 26, 2023
Canada’s unions are celebrating the passage of Bill C-22, the Canada Disability Benefit Act, after…
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Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples requires ongoing commitment and action

June 21, 2023
Canada’s unions are marking National Indigenous People’s Day by reaffirming our steadfast commitment to advancing…
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Bruske: How Canada can create sustainable jobs as we shift to a low-carbon future

June 19, 2023
By Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress as published in the Ottawa Citizen…
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Canada’s unions: Domestic workers deserve to be seen, supported and protected

June 16, 2023
As we mark International Domestic Workers’ Day on June 16, Canada’s unions are urging the…
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Canada’s unions alarmed and concerned by the layoff of 1,300 Bell workers

June 15, 2023
Bruske: The timing of these layoffs couldn’t be worse. Now more than ever, we need…
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Canada’s unions: Canadian Sustainable Jobs Act an unprecedented opportunity for collaboration

June 14, 2023
Bruske: Workers, unions, industry, and governments must work together on climate change OTTAWA – Canada’s…
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Bea Bruske: Bank of Canada’s rate hike a further blow to working people

June 7, 2023
Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, released the following statement in response to…
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Pride 2023: Together always, united in our diversity

June 1, 2023
Canada’s unions are celebrating 2023 Pride season, “Together Always, United in Our Diversity” by standing…
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Urgent action needed to end homophobic and
transphobic violence at work

May 17, 2023
Gender-diverse workers in Canada are still facing disproportionately high rates of violence and harassment in…
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Fighting for Workers’ Rights: Canada’s Unions Lift Everyone Up

May 12, 2023
Bruske: This is a pivotal moment in our labour movement. We need to organize to…
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APPLY NOW for 2023 WHSC student scholarship opportunities

May 12, 2023
The following is from the Workers Health and Safety Centre (WHSC): Workplaces and public spaces,…
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UWOFA: Western, Fund the Front Line

May 10, 2023
The following is from UWOFA: No matter where we might sit in terms of our…
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Canada’s unions demand meaningful enforcement of the Westray Law

May 9, 2023
May 9, 2023, marks the 31st anniversary of the Westray disaster that killed 26 miners…
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Canada’s Unions: Lifting Everyone Up

May 5, 2023
Thousands of union activists to gather in Montréal to tackle pressing issues facing workers MONTRÉAL––…
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ACTRA: Boycott Union Busting Brands

May 3, 2023
The following is from the Ontario Federation of Labour (OFL) and the Alliance of Canadian…
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May Day: Strong Unions Build Worker Power

May 1, 2023
Canada’s unions mark May Day by celebrating worker power and the contributions that workers and…
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Jewish labour activism vital in fight against discrimination in Canada

April 30, 2023
The Jewish community has been a big part of Canadian labour history, and has played…
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Celebrating the contributions of Asian-Canadian workers to Canada’s labour history

April 30, 2023
Asian-Canadian workers have played an integral role in shaping Canadian labour history. But members of…
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Canada’s unions call for enhanced mental health supports during Mental Health Week

April 28, 2023
As National Mental Health Week begins, many workers – especially women, racialized workers, 2SLGBTQI+ workers,…
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Day of Mourning 2023: Workers’ empowerment key to workplace health and safety

April 28, 2023
As unions across Canada mark the National Day of Mourning, the Canadian Labour Congress wants…
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Never again: Canada’s unions mark 10 years since the Rana Plaza factory collapse

April 24, 2023
On April 24, workers in Bangladesh and across the globe will gather to mark the…
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Call to Action in Solidarity with PSAC

April 23, 2023
Dear Friends,  I am writing to urge you to support the Public Service Alliance of…
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Earth Day 2023: Canada’s unions call on governments to put workers and communities first

April 21, 2023
This year’s Earth Day theme, Invest in Our Planet, is a timely reminder of the…
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Canada’s unions reinforce strong opposition to any attempt to force federal public service workers back to work

April 19, 2023
OTTAWA – Canada’s unions reiterate their strong opposition to any attempt by the federal government…
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Statement by Bea Bruske: Senators vote to put workers and pensioners before big banks and wealthy CEOs

April 19, 2023
Bruske: Passage of pension protection Bill C-228 is a win for workers and plan members…
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Statement from Bea Bruske: Canada’s unions stand in solidarity with federal public service workers’ right to strike

April 19, 2023
Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, released the following statement in solidarity with…
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Statement from Bea Bruske: Canada’s unions stand in solidarity with federal public service workers

April 15, 2023
Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, released the following statement in solidarity with…
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Statement from Bea Bruske: To uphold refugee rights, Canada must suspend the Safe Third Country Agreement

April 4, 2023
OTTAWA––Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, released the following statement today:  “On Refugee…
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J4W: Action Update

April 1, 2023
The following is from Justice For Workers: Ontario’s adult minimum wage will be $16.55 an…
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Budget 2023: Progress for workers but only scratches the surface of pressing crises

March 28, 2023
Bruske: Workers will benefit from good, sustainable jobs but budget falls short on affordability and…
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CLC President Bea Bruske available to react to budget

March 27, 2023
OTTAWA – Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC), will be available to…
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Like Biden, Trudeau should put good union jobs on the agenda

March 22, 2023
By Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress as published in The Hill Times…
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A Workers’ Budget: Labour demands for Budget 2023

March 21, 2023
Bruske: Workers and their families are falling behind, and our inadequate social safety net is…
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CLC: Justice is long overdue for Black workers

March 21, 2023
The impacts of anti-Black racism are far reaching and have caused significant barriers to economic…
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LiUNA: Bargaining Stagnation Causes Lockout at Central Elgin Municipal Building

March 16, 2023
The following is from LiUNA 1059: ST. THOMAS, ON – LIUNA (Labourers International Union of…
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Enough is enough: It’s time to put workers and pensioners before big banks and CEOs.

March 9, 2023
By Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress as published in The Hill Times…
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Canada’s unions: Urgent action required to rein in corporate greed

March 9, 2023
Bruske: Wealthy grocery CEOs must be held to account for Canadians’ skyrocketing grocery bills OTTAWA…
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To union feminists, this International Women’s Day, I salute you

March 8, 2023
My friends, You have led the charge, for decades, to improve women’s rights and gender…
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Union women: Stronger than ever

March 7, 2023
Union women across Canada are marking International Women’s Day by celebrating our collective victories and…
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OFL: Celebrating African Liberation & Black History Month

March 2, 2023
The following is from the Ontario Federation of Labour (OFL). The Ontario Federation of Labour…
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OHC: Patients Who Have Been Extra-Billed Thousands

March 1, 2023
The following is from the Ontario Health Coalition. Join Advocates to Call Out Ford Government’s…
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ONA and OPSEU/SEFPO joining for Toronto protest March 2

February 25, 2023
Dear friends, OPSEU/SEFPO will join Ontario Nurses’ Association (ONA) members and allies at a big protest on…
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OHC: London Town Hall Follow-Up and Recording

February 17, 2023
The following is from the London Health Coalition and the Ontario Health Coalition: Thank you…
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Local Town Hall Meetings to Stop Ford’s Plans to Privatize and Demand Action to Fix the Hospital Crisis

February 13, 2023
The following media advisory is from the London Health Coalition. The Ontario Health Coalition is…
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CLC President Bea Bruske responds to labour force data

February 10, 2023
Bruske: Canada’s unions pleased to see buoyancy in job market, but wages continue to lag…
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CoC: Declare a State of Emergency for Homelessness and Housing Crisis in London

February 8, 2023
The following is from the London Chapter of the Council of Canadians. Dear Mayor Morgan…
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Federal-provincial health care deal: Canada’s unions cautiously optimistic

February 7, 2023
Bruske: Health care deal is a step in the right direction — Now governments must…
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Workers mobilize to Parliament Hill urging action on polycrisis

February 7, 2023
Bruske : Hundreds of workers will meet with MPs to call for urgent action on…
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Statement by Bea Bruske: We need to strengthen and expand our public health care system

February 2, 2023
Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, released the following statement after meeting with…
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Workers are sounding the alarm—parliamentarians must take heed

February 1, 2023
By Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress as published in The Hill Times…
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BHM 2023: It’s time Canada takes care of Black care workers

February 1, 2023
Black History Month is an important time to recognize and celebrate the contributions, achievements and…
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Canada’s unions welcome improved long-term care standard —but demand an end to for-profit care

January 31, 2023
OTTAWA – Canada’s unions welcome improvements to the National Long-Term Care Services Standard but they…
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Canada’s unions are celebrating Canada’s ratification of International Labour Organization Convention 190

January 30, 2023
Bruske: Workers deserve a safe workplace. This historic convention will establish the right to a…
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Canada’s unions: urgent action needed to end Islamophobia, protect Muslim communities

January 29, 2023
On the second National Day of Remembrance of the Québec City Mosque Attack and Action…
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LabourUnited: Reunited in Solidarity

January 27, 2023
The following is from United Way Elgin Middlesex: Thank you to everyone who joined us…
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An economy rigged against workers could mean a ‘Winter of Discontent.’

January 26, 2023
By Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, as published in the The Globe…
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Bank of Canada’s eighth consecutive rate hike means workers will take another hit

January 25, 2023
Bruske: With inflation moderating, Bank of Canada has no excuse to further burden Canadians OTTAWA––Canada’s…
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Politicians must collaborate to find solutions for Canada’s struggling workers

January 24, 2023
Bruske: The choices facing decision-makers in the coming months will shape Canada for years to…
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Canada’s unions congratulate Magali Picard on historic FTQ presidential win

January 19, 2023
MONTRÉAL – Canada’s unions would like to congratulate Magali Picard on being the first woman…
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Beware of Premiers bearing promises of a quick health care fix

January 16, 2023
By Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, and Patty Coates, President of the…
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Calling Ford’s plans to privatize Ontario’s public hospital surgeries a “fatal threat” and a “terrible blow” to our public hospitals, health advocates vow major fightback

January 16, 2023
The following is from the Ontario Health Coalition. Toronto – The Ford government’s plans to…
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Statement by the Canadian Labour Congress regarding the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC)

January 14, 2023
The Canadian Labour Congress has expressed its grave concerns about the allegations against Luca Visentini,…
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We are on… Mastodon!

January 7, 2023
Are you curious about Mastodon? Or do you already make use of it? You can…
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New! Permanent Residence for “Out-of-Status” Construction Workers in the GTA, 2023

January 3, 2023
Permanent Residence for “Out-of-Status” Construction Workers in the GTA, 2023 The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC)…
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Reminder: LDLC Dues Increase for 2023

December 10, 2022
This is a reminder that in 2023 affiliate dues increase to $0.26 per member per…
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Get Tickets: Labour Appreciation Awards Night – ReUnited in Solidarity and #LocalLove

December 8, 2022
The following is from Labour United, United Way Elgin Middlesex. Tickets are now available for…
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Nominations open for Labour Appreciation Awards Night January 26, 2023

December 7, 2022
The following is from Labour United, United Way Elgin Middlesex. Every year United Way Elgin Middlesex, in partnership with…
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OFL: Ontario unions win Bill 124 legal challenge

November 29, 2022
The following is from the Ontario Federation of Labour. TORONTO – In an important victory…
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ATU 1587: Tentative agreement reached!

November 11, 2022
ATU 1587 reports they have reached a tentative agreement with Metrolinx. GO Transit bus operations…
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Education Workers took on Ford and won

November 7, 2022
The following is from CUPE Ontario. This is a historic day, friends. The Ford Conservatives…
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Tell the Ford Conservatives: Don’t Be A Bully

November 2, 2022
From CUPE Ontario. On Monday, October 31st, the Ford Conservatives took the unprecedented step of…
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OFL: Demystifying “Working For Workers”

October 27, 2022
What does the Ford Government’s Working For Workers Act really do? Here’s a handout from…
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OCBCC: Child Care Worker and Early Childhood Educator Appreciation Day

October 18, 2022
The following is from the Ontario Coalition for Better Child Care. Today marks the 22nd annual…
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Message to Affiliated Members: 2022 Municipal Election

October 18, 2022
Dear Friends, It has never been more urgent that you pay attention to the municipal election…
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OHC: Send Feedback on Orchard Villa

October 13, 2022
The following is from the Ontario Health Coalition. Dear members and supporters, You may remember…
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OHC: Questions for Municipal Candidates

September 29, 2022
The following was provided by the Ontario Health Coalition (OHC). Questions for Municipal Election Candidates…
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2022 City of London Municipal Election Resources

September 27, 2022
Here are some helpful resources for people voting in the City of London elections taking…
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London and District Labour Council 2022 Municipal Election and TVDSB Trustee Endorsements

September 24, 2022
The London and District Labour Council, after considerable examination of candidate responses and debate, is…
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OHC: Furious at the Grotesque Ageism and Violation of Human Rights

September 15, 2022
Ontario Health Coalition: Furious at the “grotesque” ageism and violation of human rights, advocates respond…
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Investigate Migrant Worker Death on Norfolk County Farm

September 12, 2022
COATES to OPP: Investigate migrant worker death. Staff Sergeant Jeffrey McNorgan OPP548 Queensway WestSimcoe, ON…
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The London and District Labour Council Hosts a Labour Day Event in Celebration of our Proud History Defending Workers and Communities

September 2, 2022
For Immediate Release The London and District Labour Council is pleased to present a Labour…
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London & District Labour Council, MPP Terence Kernaghan & Councillor Mariam Hamou strongly oppose application for a liquor licence by 7-Eleven at 1181 Western Road location

August 16, 2022
For Immediate Release, August 16, 2022 7-Eleven, a multinational corporation headquartered in Texas, has filed…
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Paid Sick Days Shouldn’t Expire!

June 24, 2022
Tell Doug Ford: Paid Sick Days Shouldn’t Expire! The Worker Income Protection Benefit that provided…
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Ontario Health Coalition Election Debrief

June 14, 2022
Tuesday, June 28  9:30 a.m. – Noon  by Zoom We are so proud to have worked with…
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OFL Election Debrief

June 13, 2022
The fight for a workers-first agenda is far from over. While the outcome of the…
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CLC: Remember, Honour, and Take Action

June 8, 2022
June is Indigenous History Month – a time for people across Canada to learn about…
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Remembering #OurLondonFamily and Responding to Islamophobia

June 5, 2022
It’s been almost a year since the murder of #OurLondonFamily brought Islamophobia to our doorstep…
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Ford Failed Ontario

May 31, 2022
There is a reason that all conservative candidates across the province have not been at…
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London Health Coalition: Ford government plans unprecedented for-profit privatization of health care

May 30, 2022
Ford government plans unprecedented for-profit privatization of health care: London Health Coalition to hold demonstration…
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Andrea Horwath in London

May 27, 2022
Andrea Horwath will be coming to London on Sunday, May 29 and you can RSVP…
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OHC Video: Ford Government’s Plan to Defund & Privatize Our Public Health Care System

May 25, 2022
The following Ontario Health Coalition video warns of the dangers of Ford’s privatization plans:
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Jagmeet Singh joins London ONDP candidates on the campaign trail

May 24, 2022
Today Federal NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh was in London to support local candidates in the…
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Advance Polls for London-Fanshawe

May 19, 2022
We are encouraging all activists to vote in the advance polls. Here’s the advance poll…
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IDAHOTB: Canada’s unions call for an end to violence and harassment

May 17, 2022
Statement from the CLC: Canada’s unions are marking the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and…
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CLC Update May 2022

May 12, 2022
Here are some updates and news from our CLC Representative presented at our May Labour…
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Labour Canvasses May 14, 15, 21

May 11, 2022
The Ontario NDP is labour’s political party, created by working people to fight for the…
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From the Frontlines: Workers’ Action Centre Report

May 4, 2022
Throughout the pandemic, workers on the frontlines kept society fed, cared for, clean, and connected…
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London and District Labour Council Mobilizes May 1 in a Historic Province Wide Day of Action to Demand a Workers First Agenda and to Fight for a New Government on June 2

April 30, 2022
Media Release May 1, 2022 London – the London and District Labour Council is mobilizing…
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April 28, 2022 Day of Mourning

April 28, 2022
This was a hybrid event held April 28, 2022 at the Tolpuddle Co-Operative in London,…
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May 1 Day of Action

April 27, 2022
Dear friends, On Sunday, May 1, join the province-wide day of action for a better Ontario.  London…
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OFL: It’s Time to Cut Doug Ford out of the Picture

April 14, 2022
We’ve just released our latest campaign to stop Ford’s Conservatives and wanted you to be…
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WHSC Post-Secondary Scholarship Contest Opens Again

April 14, 2022
Workers Health and Safety Centre (WHSC) is once again offering cash scholarships to graduating high…
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2010 Tolpuddle Martyr Award

May 1, 2010
The 2010 Tolpuddle Martyr Award was presented to Steve Holmes. Labour Council Delegate since 1989. Union:…
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2008 Tolpuddle Martyr Award Ceremony

May 1, 2008
2008 Tolpuddle Martyrs Service As we gather here today to honour the work of Peter…
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