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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…

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…

Canada’s unions holding third emergency meeting in response to U.S. tariffs

February 26, 2025

OTTAWA, ON – The Canadian Council, led by the Canadian Labour Congress is holding its…

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…

CLC President Bea Bruske available after U.S. – Canada trade talks in Washington, D.C.

February 12, 2025

WASHINGTON, D.C.—A delegation of American and Canadian labour leaders will meet with Canadian Premiers in…

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…

Another Attack on Canadian Workers: Trump’s 25% Tariffs on Canadian Steel and Aluminum

February 10, 2025

OTTAWA – Today, Donald Trump has once again launched an economic attack on Canadian workers,…

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…

CLC PRESIDENT BEA BRUSKE AVAILABLE TO SPEAK FOLLOWING TRUDEAU-TRUMP MEETING ON TRADE WAR

February 3, 2025

OTTAWA—Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) President Bea Bruske will be available to speak to media following…

Cut Off U.S. Energy and Resources Now: No Electricity, No Critical Minerals, No Oil and Gas

February 1, 2025

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

BHM 2025: Join Canada’s unions in advancing racial and economic justice for Black workers

February 1, 2025

Canada’s unions are marking Black History Month by highlighting the crucial role unions play in…

Town Hall Will Bring Together Londoners

January 31, 2025

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

Canadian Labour Congress, NDP leader Jagmeet Singh, and United Steelworkers to address threat of U.S. tariffs on Canadian jobs

January 29, 2025

Sault Ste. Marie –– CLC President Bea Bruske, alongside federal NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh, and…

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…

Canadians reject Trump’s tariff threats: New CLC poll

January 23, 2025

OTTAWA, ON –A new poll commissioned by the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) reveals Canadians are…

Gaza: Ceasefire must lead to lasting peace

January 22, 2025

Canada’s unions welcome the ceasefire and call on all parties to adhere to the agreement…

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

Statement from the Canadian Labour Congress: Standing united against U.S. tariff threats

January 17, 2025

Canada’s unions are deeply alarmed by the U.S. administration’s threat to impose a 25% tariff…

BEA BRUSKE: IT’S TIME TO PUT WORKERS FIRST IN THE FACE OF ECONOMIC UNCERTAINTY

December 20, 2024

Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress OTTAWA — There’s been too…

Migrant workers in Canada deserve access to permanent residency and citizenship

December 18, 2024

Canada’s unions are marking International Migrants Day by continuing to call on the government to…

CUPW: Next Steps

December 18, 2024

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

THE FALL ECONOMIC STATEMENT FAILS FOR WORKERS

December 16, 2024

Canada’s unions continue to demand a government that prioritizes the needs of workers over corporate…

Undermining Workers’ Rights: Government Must End Section 107 Misuse

December 16, 2024

Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress OTTAWA- The government’s decision to…

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.

Human Rights Day 2024: Canada’s unions push back against rising hate

December 10, 2024

Canada’s unions are marking International Human Rights Day by urging Canadians to come together to…

People with disabilities deserve better from the Canada Disability Benefit

December 3, 2024

The International Day of Persons with Disabilities is celebrated annually on Dec 3. This year,…

Greg Snider – Winner of the 2024 Carol McGregor CLC Disability Rights Award

December 3, 2024

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

Workers rally on Parliament Hill, urging MPs to address families’ struggles.

November 27, 2024

OTTAWA –– The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) held its annual Lobby Day this week, bringing…

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

November 26, 2024

“Donald Trump’s threat of a 25% tariff on Canadian products is a direct attack on…

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:

Canada’s unions continue to fight against transphobic violence

November 20, 2024

Every year on Trans Day of Remembrance (TDOR), we mourn the lives of trans and…

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…

Statement by Bea Bruske on the Passing of John Horgan

November 12, 2024

Today, we mourn the loss of John Horgan, the 36th Premier of British Columbia and…

Canada’s unions demand respect for port workers and fair negotiations – not political interference

November 12, 2024

OTTAWA –– Today’s decision by Labour Minister Steven MacKinnon to end the lockouts at the…

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,…

HISTORIC WIN FOR CANADIANS AS THE PHARMACARE ACT PASSES

October 11, 2024

OTTAWA – Canada’s unions are celebrating a historic victory for millions of Canadians today with…

Statement on the anniversary of the October 7 attacks

October 7, 2024

Today marks the one-year anniversary of the Hamas terrorist attacks on Israel. The Canadian Labour…

A Better Deal for Workers: How Decent Work Can Build a Better Future for Workers

October 4, 2024

Statement by Bea Bruske on World Day of Decent Work. On this World Day for…

Protecting Canadian workers: CLC welcomes tariffs on Chinese imports

October 1, 2024

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

United Way 3M Harvest Lunch 2024

October 1, 2024

True reconciliation requires meaningful action, not just symbolic gestures

September 30, 2024

On this National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Canada’s unions continue to urge the federal…

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…

Gender Equality Week 2024: Women deserve a better deal

September 23, 2024

Canada’s unions are calling on federal leaders to seize the moment this gender equality week…

CANADA’S UNIONS CALL ON MPs TO PRIORITIZE WORKERS IN UPCOMING PARLIAMENTARY SESSION

September 16, 2024

OTTAWA––The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) is urging the federal government to make workers a top…

Labour Day Op Ed: It’s Time for a Better Deal for Workers

September 5, 2024

Canada is at a crossroads. We can continue down a path where workers grapple with…

Ontario Health Coalition Briefing Note

September 5, 2024

Statement on the conclusion of the Confidence and Supply Agreement

September 4, 2024

The President of the Canadian Labour Congress, Bea Bruske, issued the following statement in reaction…

On Labour Day, Canada’s unions launch national campaign demanding a better deal for all workers

September 2, 2024

OTTAWA – This Labour Day, Canada’s unions are launching “Workers Together: For a better deal,”…

Pro-worker momentum at the DNC spells trouble for Poilievre as well as Trump

August 22, 2024

By Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress as published in National Newswatch Donald…

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…

Protecting Canada’s EV Opportunities

June 24, 2024

Ottawa, ON – Leveraging the power of Canada’s skilled workforce with the right decisions, we…

Labour celebrating historic wins – but the fight is not over

June 21, 2024

Bruske: This parliamentary session was a historic triumph for the labour movement – but we…

Canada’s unions: workers have waited long enough to pass Bill C-64, An Act Respecting Pharmacare

June 18, 2024

Bruske: The Senate must pass the bill without amendments or further delays. OTTAWA- Pharmacare is…

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…

Global union leaders affirm support for Palestinian trade unions and the Palestinian people

June 11, 2024

This week the leaders of seven Global Union Federations (GUFs) and the International Trade Union…

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…

One step closer to universal pharmacare for Canadians

June 4, 2024

Ottawa, ON – Canada is closer than ever to achieving a universal public drug plan.…

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…

Pride 2024: No one left behind: Equality, freedom, and justice for all

June 1, 2024

For Pride 2024, Canada’s unions stand firm under the banner of “No One Left Behind:…

On Injured Workers Day, Canada’s unions say: safe work now!

May 31, 2024

June 1st is Injured Workers Day. Far too many workers continue to be injured on…

Labour Appreciation Awards May 28, 2024

May 30, 2024

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

National AccessAbility Week: Income Security Critical to Accessibility

May 29, 2024

Canada’s unions mark National AccessAbility Week by calling on the federal government to support people…

Unanimous support from MPs for anti-scab legislation – now over to senators

May 28, 2024

Bruske: My message to the Senators is clear: Pass Bill C-58 without further delays. The…

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.…

Reduce interest rates and offer relief to Canadian families – ball is in your court, Governor Macklem

May 21, 2024

OTTAWA – Despite a slowdown in inflation and the Bank of Canada achieving its target…

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…

20 years after its passing, Canada’s unions demand enforcement of the Westray Law

May 9, 2024

On May 9th, 1992, 26 workers at the Westray mine in Pictou County, Nova Scotia…

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…

Unified labour front: Nova Scotia Teachers’ Union joins Canadian Labour Congress

May 8, 2024

OTTAWA –The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) is pleased to announce the official affiliation of the…

REDress Day May 5, 2024

May 6, 2024

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

Cut interest rates to provide relief to families

May 2, 2024

OTTAWA––Cutting interest rates to provide relief to workers and families is urgently needed in the…

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…

NEW POLL: CANADIANS BACK UNIONS TO DELIVER WORKER PROTECTIONS, FAIRER WAGES

May 1, 2024

OTTAWA––New poll reveals most Canadians agree that unions deliver better jobs, fairer working conditions and…

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…

Canada’s unions call for ‘Safe work now!’

April 26, 2024

As workers across the country prepare to mark the National Day of Mourning on April…

11 years after the Rana Plaza factory collapse, Canada’s unions honour victims and continue demands to improve conditions for workers

April 23, 2024

April 24, 2024, marks 11 years since the collapse of the Rana Plaza garment factory…

Earth Day 2024: Canada’s move to net-zero must have workers at its core

April 22, 2024

Canada’s unions were happy to see the Sustainable Jobs Act recently pass third reading in…

April 20 Solidarity Rally with PSAC 610

April 21, 2024

Here are some photos from our rally yesterday.

Canada’s unions are united: Want our votes? Enhance our rights!

April 18, 2024

OTTAWA – Canadian Labour Congress President Bea Bruske was joined by workers’ representatives from across…

Touchdown! CFLPA joins Canadian Labour Congress

April 18, 2024

OTTAWA – The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) celebrates today’s affiliation of the Canadian Football League…

Labour reps discuss election strategy and union momentum

April 17, 2024

OTTAWA–– The Canadian Labour Congress will convene representatives of millions of workers from across Canada…

Bolder action needed to make life more affordable and tackle corporate greed

April 16, 2024

While Canada’s unions welcome tax fairness measures, investments in housing and the new National School…

Sustainable Jobs Act passes in House of Commons

April 15, 2024

Canada’s unions are celebrating the passage of the Sustainable Jobs Act, Bill C-50, through the…

On the Line with PSAC 610

April 13, 2024

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

Stand with PSAC 610

April 5, 2024

The following was sent to us by PSAC 610, relating to the Graduate Teaching Assistant…

BUDGET 2024 MUST INVEST IN AFFORDABILITY, REJECT AUSTERITY

April 4, 2024

OTTAWA––Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, is available for comment on what workers…

Reject corporate gaslighting and deliver help for people in Budget 2024

March 25, 2024

By Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress as published in iPolitics We hear…

Canada must address systemic racism and discrimination in the workforce

March 21, 2024

As we mark the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination on March 21,…

News Stories: Migrant farm workers pay into EI, but can’t access it

March 21, 2024

Migrant farm workers pay into EI, but can’t access it. Now they’re suing the federal…

Premier Kinew aims to strengthen Manitoba with card check law and anti-scab legislation – now blocked by opposition Tories

March 18, 2024

WINNIPEG – Political games aside, today is a landmark day for workers in Manitoba. Canada’s…

CLC President Bruske to all levels of government: Show you stand with workers and implement anti-scab legislation now

March 14, 2024

OTTAWA – To protect workers and restore fairness at the bargaining table, we need strong…

Ramadan Mubarak

March 11, 2024

What is the month of Ramadan actually about?Muslims believe that during the month of Ramadan…

Reaction to Ontario’s Colleges and Universities Funding Announcement

February 27, 2024

See London Free Press story. Mark Feltham, present of OPSEU Local 110 at Fanshawe College,…

All Hands on Deck for Pharmacare!

February 16, 2024

Dear members and supporters, The Council of Canadians are learning from several Parliament sources that…

London Health Coalition Report

February 16, 2024

The following is a report form Peter Bergmanis of the London Health Coalition: Pre-Budget Hearings:…

Workers Health and Safety Centre: Still Opportunities to Save

February 14, 2024

The following is from the Workers Health and Safety Centre (WHSC): For those of you…

OHC: Ford government facing legal action over licence for long-term care home

February 14, 2024

The following is from the Ontario Health Coalition: We have received TONS of media coverage…

OFL tells Ford: Respect court decision, stop suppressing workers’ wages

February 14, 2024

TORONTO, Ontario, Feb. 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – The Ontario Federation of Labour (OFL) is…

London Transit service hours growth is still not in the budget!

February 14, 2024

The following is from the Council of Canadians London Chapter: Last week we wrote to…

Community groups urge mayor, council to approve London Transit funding ask

February 14, 2024

The London and District Labour Council calls on the City Council to invest in expanded…

Has a private clinic charged you or your family for health care services?

February 6, 2024

The following is from the London Health Coalition: Have you been charged for medically needed…

London Transit Budget

February 6, 2024

The following is from the Council of Canadians London Chapter: In the Mayor’s Budget, which…

Black History Month 2024 in London

January 30, 2024

Here are some Black History Month 2024 Events – with thanks to the London Black…

City of London Budget Information

December 18, 2023

The following was provided to us by the London Chapter of Council of Canadians: Last…

AG Report on money spent on Agency Nurses: Peter Bergmanis on London Live

December 12, 2023

Peter Bergmanis, of the London Health Coalition, appeared on London Live with Mike Stubbs to…

Do you have New Year’s Resolutions for the WSIB?

December 5, 2023

The following was passed to us through the Ontario Network of Injured Workers Groups (ONIWG).…

Number of Ontario hospital emergency closures soars to new record

December 5, 2023

From the Ontario Health Coalition: Toronto – A new report, Unprecedented and Worsening: Ontario’s Local Hospital…

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…

From TVO CMG Workers

October 29, 2023

The following is from TVO workers, members of the Canada Media Guild: As our talented…

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…

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…

Support for Affiliate Strike Actions

August 8, 2023

The following is from the Ontario Federation of Labour (OFL): When workers strike and win,…

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,…