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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 seriously concerned with the economic and political risks posed by U.S. President Donald Trump. Polling  of 1500 eligible voters, conducted between January 13 and 20, 2025 by GQR Canada, reveals that a majority of Canadians believe that Trump’s threats of a 25% tariff on Canadian…
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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 on Canadian products. This is a direct attack on workers from both sides of the border, threatening good, unionized jobs in key sectors like manufacturing, mining, energy, and agriculture—jobs that form the backbone of our economy. These tariffs would create a devastating ripple effect, impacting…
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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 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…
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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 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,…
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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 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:…
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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 300 workers and labour leaders from across the country on Parliament Hill to meet with elected officials. These face-to-face conversations serve as a critical platform for workers to share their personal experiences and advocate for the urgent action needed to address the pressing challenges facing…
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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 workers. This poses a serious and immediate risk to Canadian jobs, livelihoods, and entire communities. This attack on our industries jeopardizes good, unionized jobs across vital sectors like manufacturing, mining, energy, and agriculture—jobs that are the backbone of our economy. The damage from such tariffs…
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Canada’s unions demand respect for port workers and fair negotiations – not political interference

November 12, 2024
Statement by Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress
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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 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…
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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 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…
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