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

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

Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress OTTAWA — There’s been too much emphasis on the jobs of a few politicians and not enough focus on the jobs of thousands of workers who will be impacted by Trump’s tariff threats. It is now clear that Canadians will be heading to the polls sooner than expected. In the…

Migrant workers in Canada deserve access to permanent residency and citizenship

Canada’s unions are marking International Migrants Day by continuing to call on the government to ensure pathways to permanent residency and citizenship for migrant workers.  Currently, Canada’s migrant worker streams create and reinforce a system in which migrant workers are made vulnerable to exploitation and precarity. Employers have pushed for the creation and expansion of migrant worker programs with closed…

THE FALL ECONOMIC STATEMENT FAILS FOR WORKERS

Canada’s unions continue to demand a government that prioritizes the needs of workers over corporate greed OTTAWA – At the end of a tumultuous day on Parliament Hill, the federal government’s Fall Economic Statement failed to deliver for workers and once again overlooks the daily struggles of Canadians. “Workers across this country are battling skyrocketing housing costs, soaring grocery bills,…

Undermining Workers’ Rights: Government Must End Section 107 Misuse 

Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress  OTTAWA- The government’s decision to order CUPW workers back to work is a stark reminder of this government’s continued interference in collective bargaining. The misuse of Section 107 of the Canada Labour Code undermines workers’ fundamental rights, prolongs disputes, and erodes trust at the bargaining table.  Let me be clear:…

People with disabilities deserve better from the Canada Disability Benefit 

The International Day of Persons with Disabilities is celebrated annually on Dec 3. This year, Canada’s unions are marking this important date by sounding the alarm on the disproportionate levels of poverty faced by people with disabilities in Canada.   “It’s no secret that Canada’s affordability crisis is hurting those at the margins the most. The proposed roll out for the…

Statement by Bea Bruske on the Passing of John Horgan 

Today, we mourn the loss of John Horgan, the 36th Premier of British Columbia and a true champion of fairness and equality. John’s leadership was defined by his unwavering commitment to improving the lives of everyday people.    Throughout his career, John fought tirelessly for workers’ rights, believing deeply in the power of collective action and the pursuit of justice. His…

HISTORIC WIN FOR CANADIANS AS THE PHARMACARE ACT PASSES 

OTTAWA – Canada’s unions are celebrating a historic victory for millions of Canadians today with the passing of Bill C-64, the Pharmacare Act, in the Senate. This landmark legislation marks a significant step toward ensuring everyone can access life-saving medications without financial barriers, moving the country closer to achieving a universal, single-payer pharmacare program. For now, Bill C-64 will provide…

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

Statement by Bea Bruske on World Day of Decent Work.  On this World Day for Decent Work, Canada’s unions are calling for jobs that respect the rights and dignity of all workers. Decent work means fair pay, safe working conditions, and respect for workers’ well-being. It’s about creating jobs that give people opportunities to grow, while protecting their rights to…

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

OTTAWA––The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) is urging the federal government to make workers a top priority as Parliament returns from its summer break. With workers bearing the brunt of rising living costs, a strained healthcare system, and inadequate support, the CLC insists now is the time for the government to invest in a stronger, more resilient future for workers. “Workers…