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CLC warns Labour Code report leaves door open to restrictions on the right to strike

OTTAWA—CLC President Bea Bruske issued the following statement: “The government’s What We Heard report reflects what workers and unions have been saying throughout the Labour Code review, but it also leaves the door open to proposals that would give government more power to intervene in strikes and restrict workers’ bargaining power. Canada needs stronger labour laws that protect the right…

Labour Day statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress: This Labour Day, workers are fighting for our jobs and our rights

OTTAWA — This Labour Day, Canada’s unions are standing up for workers’ jobs, livelihoods, and rights as Trump’s trade war creates growing uncertainty for working people across the country. “Canada is right to stand firm against Trump, but we cannot lose sight of what that will mean for working people,” said Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress. “There…

Carol McGregor CLC Disability Rights Award: Nominations are now open!

Every year, on December 3, the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) recognizes a union member for their disability rights activism. This award is named in honour of Carol McGregor, an outstanding disability rights activist, member of NUPGE and the CLC Disability Rights Working Group, and who was much loved by all those who worked…

Canada’s unions back firm stand on trade, call for stronger worker supports and good union jobs

OTTAWA — Canadian Labour Congress President Bea Bruske met with Prime Minister Mark Carney and national union leaders today, telling the Prime Minister that Canada’s unions stand behind the decision to walk away from a bad trade deal and are ready for the difficult fight ahead. “Walking away was the right decision. Canada’s workers are behind our country in this…

CLC to march in Halifax for Labour Day as trade war puts Nova Scotia jobs at risk

HALIFAX — Canadian Labour Congress Executive Vice-President Marc-Édouard Joubert will join workers and labour leaders in Halifax for Labour Day as Trump’s escalating trade war creates uncertainty for Nova Scotia workers and industries. Joubert will be available for media interviews ahead of, during and following the Labour Day events. Monday, September 7, 2026 All times local. 11:00 a.m. — Halifax…

CLC to march in Toronto for Labour Day amid escalating trade war and Labour Code review

TORONTO — Canadian Labour Congress President Bea Bruske and Secretary-Treasurer Lily Chang will join thousands of workers, labour leaders and community activists at Toronto’s Labour Day Parade. Bruske and Chang will be available for media interviews ahead of, during and following the parade. Monday, September 7, 2026 9:30 a.m. — Toronto Labour Day Parade Location:Queen Street West and University AvenueToronto,…

CLC in Red Deer for Labour Day as trade war puts Alberta jobs at risk and workers’ rights under pressure

RED DEER — Canadian Labour Congress Executive Vice-President Siobhán Vipond will join workers, labour leaders, and community activists in Red Deer for Labour Day as Trump’s escalating trade war threatens Alberta jobs and workers’ rights come under increasing pressure. Monday, September 7, 2026 All times local. 11:00 a.m. — Red Deer Labour Day Celebration Siobhán Vipond will join the Red…

As Trade War Escalates, Support for Workers Must Keep Pace

OTTAWA — Canada’s unions welcomed today’s extension of Employment Insurance measures for workers affected by U.S. tariffs, while calling on the federal government to do more as the trade war escalates. “Canada was right to walk away from a bad deal. We continue to stand with the government in refusing to sacrifice Canadian jobs and industries just to get Donald…

Walking Away from a Bad Deal Was the Right Choice. Now Canada Must Protect Workers

WINNIPEG — Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, issued the following statement after Canada-U.S. trade negotiations broke down Friday night: “Walking away from a bad deal was the right choice for Canada. We support the Prime Minister and Canada’s negotiating team in this crucial decision. “Donald Trump has once again chosen economic intimidation over fair trade, imposing 50…

BRUSKE: Canada Must Stand Firm for a Trade Deal That Delivers for Workers

CLC president Bea Bruske issued the following statement in reaction to Prime Minister Carney describing the Canada-U.S. trade talks as “delicate and intense.” As trade unionists, we know what it takes to win at the negotiating table against a powerful counterpart. It takes strength, clarity, unity. It means knowing your bottom line, understanding your leverage and being prepared to use…