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CLC President available to media following Bill C-39 committee appearance

October 20, 2026

OTTAWA — Canadian Labour Congress President Bea Bruske will be available to media Tuesday, October 20, following her appearance before the House of Commons committee studying Bill C-39.

Bruske will discuss the legislation’s consequences for collective bargaining and the right to strike, and outline the changes workers are demanding: repeal Section 107 of the Canada Labour Code and remove the new strike restrictions.

Canada’s unions have a clear message: the right to strike is a fundamental right. It should not depend on a minister’s permission.

WHAT: Media availability following committee appearance on Bill C-39
WHEN: Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 1:15 p.m.
WHERE: Outside the Wellington Building, 197 Sparks Street
WHO: Bea Bruske, President, Canadian Labour Congress

Media inquiries:
Karyne Vienneau
kvienneau@clcctc.ca
819-209-6706

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