Publications

Joint statement from French, British, and Canadian unions

In advance of the UN conference France is co-chairing, we unions representing millions of workers across France, the United Kingdom, and Canada urge our governments to formally recognise the State of Palestine now and to stand firm in their opposition to the atrocities committed in Gaza and the West Bank. We welcome the recent joint statement by our heads of…

Solidarity in our Pride: Unions Welcome 2025 Pride Season in Celebration of 2SLGBTQI+ Workers and Communities

From coast to coast, unions are joining in the festivities to celebrate the 2025 Pride season. “2SLGBTQI+ workers make enormous contributions to our workplaces, unions and communities,” said Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress. “Today, and every day, Canada’s unions show our pride by celebrating and fiercely defending the vibrant diversity within our movement.” We know from research…

Gaza: ITUC calls for urgent action to end humanitarian catastrophe

In response to the escalating violence in Gaza and the humanitarian catastrophe there, the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC) calls for an immediate ceasefire, the release of all hostages, urgent humanitarian aid, and renewed global efforts for a just and lasting peace based on a two-state solution.

Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, on the Wildfires Affecting Communities Across Canada

As wildfires continue to devastate communities across Canada—particularly in Manitoba—our hearts go out to everyone who has been affected. Families have been forced to flee their homes, communities are facing unimaginable loss, and far too many are living in uncertainty.  We are thinking of you. We stand with you.  We extend our deepest gratitude to the frontline workers—firefighters, emergency responders,…

Statement from Bea Bruske in Reaction to Trump’s Plan to Double Tariffs

Donald Trump’s plan to double steel & aluminum tariffs is yet another direct  attack on Canadian workers and a reckless move that will send shockwaves across the Canadian economy.   This decision will shut us out of the  U.S. market completely, devastating Canada’s steel & aluminum industry and threatening thousands of good-paying, unionized Canadian jobs.  In light of this escalating threat, Canada’s unions call for immediate government…

Throne Speech misses the mark for workers

Statement by Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, on the Government’s Throne Speech OTTAWA –– Workers expected an ambitious plan to strengthen our economy, create jobs, and defend communities against Trump’s agenda, however, today’s throne speech provided none of this. Workers need the federal government to have a plan, backed by bold investment and action, to deliver good…

Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, on the swearing-in of Prime Minister Carney’s Cabinet

OTTAWA – Today marks a new chapter for Canada, and workers are watching closely. With the swearing-in of Prime Minister Carney’s new Cabinet, working people across Canada are looking not for symbolism, but for action—urgent, bold, and focused. Canadians are struggling with the rising cost of living, a worsening housing crisis, a strained public health care system, and job insecurity…

Universal health care must include mental health

Canada’s unions are marking Mental Health Week by calling on the new federal government to improve health care access for workers and their families. “Mental health care supports in Canada will only improve if governments invest in our existing health care infrastructure,” said Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC). “But Canada’s health care systems are struggling. Rebuilding…

Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress

Today, we celebrate and thank Jagmeet Singh for his extraordinary leadership and unwavering commitment to working people across Canada, following his announcement that he will be stepping down as leader of the New Democratic Party. Jagmeet has been a tireless, principled, and passionate champion for fairness, justice, and the dignity of work. I’ve had the honour of working alongside him…

Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, on the federal election results

Congratulations to Prime Minister Mark Carney on last night’s election victory. Canadians with a diversity of political views have delivered a clear message: they have rejected Pierre Poilievre’s American-style conservative politics. They chose to uphold the values that define us—strong public services like health care, reliable union jobs, and the belief that neighbours look out for one another. Now, Canadians…