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Canadian Labour Congress to hold press conference on Canada Labour Code changes

OTTAWA — Canadian Labour Congress President Bea Bruske will hold a press conference Tuesday to respond to changes to the Canada Labour Code and what that means for workers’ rights, collective bargaining and the right to strike. Bruske will be joined by Mark Rowlinson of Goldblatt Partners LLP to provide an analysis of the changes and their impact on workers.…

Government legislation undermines the right to strike

Labour welcomes progress on some issues, seeks amendment to the bill OTTAWA – Bea Bruske, the President of the Canadian Labour Congress, has issued the following statement: “We’ve had a first look at the changes to the Canada Labour Code. There are things in this bill that unions have fought for and that will improve protections for workers, including progress…

Canada’s unions look to government to keep its commitment on the right to strike

Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress: Today, the federal government is expected to introduce significant changes to the Canada Labour Code. Canada’s unions will be watching closely. The government has repeatedly said it will protect the right to strike. We welcome that commitment. Today, we expect to see what it means in practice. Canada is confronting…

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…

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 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…

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…

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…

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…