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Jobs, Economy and Environment

lantonin — Thu, 21 Mar 2019 18:31:24 +0000

Canadian workers are building the economy, but many working families cannot make ends meet. The labour movement works to change this, advocating for a range of policies. Unions bargain for better wages and benefits, helping workers and their families and creating a more just, prosperous and equitable society.

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Ending Discrimination

admin — Thu, 20 Dec 2018 15:30:44 +0000

Canada’s unions have a role to play in promoting fairness, equality and freedom from violence for all workers, regardless of age, race, religion, ability, sex, gender identity and gender expression, or sexuality. As unions we can help to educate and empower our members so that all workplaces are welcoming and inclusive.

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Gender Equality

admin — Thu, 20 Dec 2018 15:30:35 +0000

Women’s wages shouldn’t come at a discount, but the gender pay gap in Canada hasn’t improved in decades. In fact, for many women, it’s getting worse.

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Social Justice and Democracy

admin — Thu, 20 Dec 2018 15:30:28 +0000

Everyone deserves a fair chance to succeed and contribute. Economic and social barriers can prevent people from reaching their fullest potential. Working together, we can help to remove those barriers.

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Retirement Security

admin — Thu, 20 Dec 2018 15:30:21 +0000

Canada’s unions are leading efforts to improve pensions for all Canadians through the expansion of public pensions, negotiating workplace pension plans and calling on the government to protect workers first when their employer goes bankrupt.

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Trade and International Affairs

admin — Thu, 20 Dec 2018 15:30:05 +0000

International trade is a vital part of the Canadian economy. International trade agreements must promote economic equality, encourage the creation of good jobs, support the interests of working people, and ensure ecological sustainability.

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Workplace Health and Safety

pwoolridge — Thu, 20 Dec 2018 15:29:49 +0000

Canadian workers have the right to refuse unsafe work, the right to be informed about hazards in the workplace, and the right to participate in health and safety discussions. Employers must fulfill their obligations to keep workers safe.

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Better Pay and Benefits

admin — Thu, 20 Dec 2018 15:29:35 +0000

When working people join together in unions to bargain for better wages and benefits, we help create a more just, prosperous and equitable society.

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