CLC Convention Opens Monday as Thousands of Workers Gather in Winnipeg

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                            Sunday May 10, 2026 

WINNIPEG, MB — Thousands of union activists, workers, and labour leaders from across the country will gather in Winnipeg Monday as the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) opens its Constitutional Convention. 

Opening day will feature ceremonies, cultural performances, international guests, and major discussions on the future of democracy, workers’ rights, and the economy. 

Highlights include: 

• Opening ceremonies featuring live music, honoured guests, and international labour delegates. 

• A featured panel discussion on fighting for democracy in Canada and globally featuring CLC President Bea Bruske, AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler, and IndustriAll Europe General Secretary Judith Kirton-Darling. 

• Remarks from Alberta NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi. 

• Debate on resolutions and action plans focused on democracy, worker power, economic justice, and public services. 

WHAT:
Opening day of the CLC Constitutional Convention 

WHEN:
Monday, May 11, 2026 

WHERE:
RBC Convention Centre Winnipeg (375 York Avenue, Winnipeg, MB)
* Key moments will be livestreamed here: https://www.youtube.com/@canadianlabour/streams 

Additional programming details are available here: https://canadianlabour.ca/buildcarefight/ 

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For media inquiries, please contact:
CLC Media Relations
media@clcctc.ca