Bruske: It’s time to fight back

Bruske: It’s time to fight back

CLC President Bea Bruske issued the following statement: Donald Trump’s threat of 50% tariffs is a direct attack on Canadian workers, our industries, and our economy. The Prime Minister should recall Parliament to pass emergency measures that protect Canadian jobs, support affected workers and industries, and respond with the full strength of Canada’s economic tools. Canadians know one thing about…

Statement from CLC President, Bea Bruske, on the Federal Government’s AI strategy

OTTAWA –– Artificial intelligence is transforming work for millions of Canadians. Canada’s unions are united in calling for stronger AI laws, independent oversight, protections against surveillance and discrimination, and a greater role for unions in shaping how AI is used. As these technologies become more deeply embedded in our workplaces and communities, it is critical that they are developed and…

Canada’s unions ready to fight to protect public health care in Alberta

WINNIPEG, MB — More than 2,000 delegates at the Canadian Labour Congress passed an emergency resolution to send a clear message to Premier Danielle Smith: No two-tier, American-style health care in Canada. “Public health care is a fundamental Canadian value, not a business opportunity,” said Bea Bruske. “Workers across this country are ready to fight to protect our health care…

CLC Convention Wraps with Leadership Vote and Vision for Workers

WINNIPEG, MB — Delegates of the CLC convention will vote for the organization’s next leadership team on Thursday. Delegates will first take to the streets for a rally and march at noon, in support of protecting workers and jobs in Canada. The march will start at the RBC Centre and end at Winnipeg’s Union Centre. On this final day of…

Canada’s unions demand a care economy built on dignity and respect

WINNIPEG, MB — Canada’s unions are calling for better wages, safer working conditions, and greater respect for care workers through major new investments in the care economy.  Today, more than 2,000 delegates at the Canadian Labour Congress Constitutional Convention adopted an extensive action plan aimed at improving wages and working conditions for care workers, while expanding access to quality care services…

CLC Convention Day 3: Workers Tackle the Care Crisis and Inequality

WINNIPEG, MB — Union members from across Canada will meet for the third day of the Canadian Labour Congress’ convention on Wednesday, following two productive days of convention business. Newly elected federal NDP leader, Avi Lewis, will address delegates in the morning, followed by keynote addresses from Judy Darcy and Dr Adelle Blackett. Wednesday’s plenary discussions will centre around building…

Canada’s Unions Take Aim at Corporate Greed and the Cost-of-Living Crisis at the 31st Constitutional Convention

WINNIPEG, MB — Canadians are working harder than ever, but too many still can’t afford the basics. Rising grocery bills, rent, gas, and prescription costs are putting enormous pressure on workers and their families while corporate profits continue to climb. Today the 2,000+ delegates to the CLC Convention said “enough is enough” with the adoption of an ambitious action plan to…

Troisième jour de l’Assemblée générale du CTC : les travailleurs s’attaquent à la crise des soins et aux inégalités

WINNIPEG, MB — Des membres de syndicats de partout au Canada se réuniront mercredi pour la troisième journée de l’Assemblée générale du Congrès du travail du Canada, après deux journées productives de travaux. Avi Lewis, chef nouvellement élu du NPD fédéral, s’adressera aux membres délégués dans la matinée, suivi par des discours prononcés par Judy Darcy et la prof. Adelle…

Day 2 of CLC Convention Focuses on Good Jobs, Dignity and Building the Future

WINNIPEG, MB — The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) Constitutional Convention continues Tuesday with cultural performances, political discussions, and debate on major action plans focused on economic justice, good jobs, affordability, and dignity for workers. Highlights include: •           Cultural performances by the Ivan Flett Memorial Dancers, Red River Dancers, and Leonard Sumner. •           Remarks from Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew. •           Debate…

Canada’s unions adopt action plan to fight extremism and rebuild democracy

WINNIPEG, MB — As rising inequality, affordability pressures, and political alienation fuel the growth of extremism in Canada and around the world, more than 2,000 delegates to the 2026 Convention of the Canadian Labour Congress have adopted a sweeping action plan to rebuild democratic participation, strengthen working-class political power and confront authoritarian politics.  The action plan recognizes that growing insecurity, declining…