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Families paying too high a price for tough economic times

November 21, 2023

Bruske: Fall Economic Statement made some progress on housing, but projects 150,000 more workers thrown out of work while we still wait for comprehensive action to fix EI

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Fiscal Update Must Put Workers and Families First

November 15, 2023

Bruske: A balanced approach starts with making profitable corporations pay their fair share so the government can deliver help to struggling workers and families OTTAWA––Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, will be available to react to the Fall Economic Statement. “Workers and families already bear too much of the burden for these tough economic times. As wages keep…

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Canada’s unions welcome anti-scab legislation

November 9, 2023

OTTAWA – Canada’s unions welcome Labour Minister, Seamus O’Regan’s introduction of Bill C-58, legislation to ban the use of replacement workers, and look forward to working with all Parliamentarians to strengthen the legislation to ensure workers’ rights are protected, and fairness is restored to the collective bargaining process. “We have seen years of record corporate profits while workers’ pay lagged…

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Quebec public sector strike: François Legault’s government must table acceptable offers

November 6, 2023

MONTREAL – Canada’s unions stand in solidarity with the 420,000 striking Front commun workers and support their demands for better working conditions and wages. Members of the education, health and social services personnel, 78% of whom are women, are sending a clear warning to the government to table offers, resume negotiations and offer them the fair deal they all deserve.…

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Bank of Canada holds rates steady but more needs to be done for working people

October 25, 2023

Bruske: Workers are at breaking point amidst affordability crisis OTTAWA–Canada’s unions welcome today’s Bank of Canada decision to hold interest rates steady but warned that although inflation might be slowing down, the affordability crisis is not. “Workers and their families are left waiting for the other shoe to drop every time the Bank of Canada makes a rate announcement,” said…

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Canada’s unions: Solidarity against government overreach. We must stop these politicians who continuously trample our rights

October 20, 2023

Bruske: Canada’s unions strongly oppose Scott Moe’s use of the notwithstanding clause. Canada’s unions are deeply concerned by Saskatchewan Premier’s decision to pass legislation that will violate queer and trans children’s rights to privacy and safety in schools. In this climate of rising hate, our schools should be inclusive and a safe place for kids to learn, grow, and thrive—not…

Op-eds

Government, workers and businesses must come together to win the low-carbon economic transition

October 11, 2023

By Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress as published in iPolitics Today Canada faces a once-in-generation economic, environmental, and political challenge, and we won’t get a second chance to get this right. Our neighbour and biggest trading partner is aggressively adapting their workforces and industries. Countries around the world are accelerating their transition to a zero-carbon economy. If…

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Canada’s Unions Launch “A Future That Works” Campaign: Good Jobs for a Sustainable Tomorrow

October 10, 2023

Bruske: Workers have the solutions to create good jobs and tackle climate change. OTTAWA—Canada’s unions are joining forces to launch “A Future That Works,” a worker powered‑ plan to secure the jobs we need to tackle climate change head on and lead the way to a sustainable tomorrow. “Workers have the solutions and new ideas to tackle climate change. They…

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Hate is a Losing Proposition

October 4, 2023

Bruske: Manitobans choose the NDP’s positive change over Conservative intolerance WINNIPEG—Canadian Labour Congress President Bea Bruske released the following statement in reaction to the Manitoba election results. “Congratulations to premier-elect Wab Kinew and the Manitoba NDP for their stunning historic victory last night. Wab and the NDP offered the positive change Manitobans were looking for—better health care, lower costs, and…

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Canada’s unions release sustainable jobs blueprint

September 29, 2023

Bruske: Let’s equip workers with the tools and opportunities to create Canada’s sustainable economy

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New Democrats and leader Wab Kinew offering stronger health care and the positive change Manitobans need

September 27, 2023

Bruske: It’s time for Manitobans to have their say. Let’s reject Stefanson’s negative campaign and elect an NDP government

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Alberta Premier Danielle Smith gambling with workers’ futures

September 22, 2023

Canada’s unions are voicing strong concerns about Conservative Alberta Premier, Danielle Smith’s playing politics with the idea of withdrawing Alberta from the Canada Pension Plan (CPP), in favour of creating a provincial pension program. “Pensions and workers’ livelihoods are too important to toy with. We cannot allow workers’ financial security to be used as a bargaining chip by elected officials.…

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As Parliament returns, people feel the pain from high prices, a slowing economy

September 14, 2023

CLC President Bruske: MPs must get to work to help families and prepare our economy for the future

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Bank of Canada and Governments Must Put Well-Being of Workers and Families First

September 6, 2023

OTTAWA–Canada’s unions welcome today’s Bank of Canada decision not to raise rates further but warned that with so many struggling to get by the Bank must signal an end to rate hikes while governments must act to help families being left behind. “We learned last week that our economy is contracting. Statistics Canada reported that our economy went into the…

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Canada’s Unions Celebrate Labour Day by Lifting Everyone Up

September 5, 2023

OTTAWA – Members of the labour movement gather today in communities across Canada to mark Labour Day. Unions, labour councils, and millions of workers celebrate the hard-fought victories won by labour, rally in support of worker rights, and call for urgent action to improve the lives of working people in Canada. “Today, we celebrate working people and the contribution they…

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Poilievre and the Conservatives can’t be trusted to stand up for workers

September 1, 2023

Bruske: Poilievre loud on rhetoric, but silent on his real agenda OTTAWA––With his lengthy anti-worker track record and history of cutting health care, Pierre Poilievre’s election as leader of the Conservative Party of Canada is a concern for working families, warned Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress. “Pierre Poilievre has used populist rhetoric to hide away his real…

Op-eds

Brace yourself for the great ‘Stefansmear’ campaign of 2023

September 1, 2023

Stefanson hopes to scare you into voting for broken Conservative promises By Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress as published in National Newswatch Over the next four weeks, Conservatives will spare no expense to try to scare the wits out of you. Their campaign strategy is, in a nutshell, hoping they can panic you into voting for them…

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Labour Day Events 2023

August 10, 2023

As the clock runs down to Labour Day, Canada’s unions are planning celebrations and marches across the country. Show your support at an event near you. This is an evolving list. Please check event websites for full details. Have an event to add? Let us know at president-assistant@clcctc.ca. Note: event information is not always available in both official languages. ATLANTIC NOVA…

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Workers Eager to Contribute to National Electricity Grid Plan

August 8, 2023

OTTAWA – Canada’s unions applaud the federal government’s release of a vision for a net-zero electricity grid as part of the transition to a sustainable economy. This investment offers immense economic opportunity and Canada’s workers are ready and able to build the infrastructure we need to achieve this net-zero grid. During a year when many communities are witnessing a worsening…

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Statement from Bea Bruske on Alberta’s decision to halt new sustainable energy projects

August 3, 2023

Bruske: Move to suspend approvals on new wind and solar projects is a setback we can’t afford. “The Alberta government’s decision to slam the brakes on new sustainable energy projects is deeply frustrating. By halting wind and solar project approvals, Alberta is backsliding. Meanwhile in provinces across the country, governments of all stripes, including Conservative, are investing in sustainable energy…

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Emancipation Day: Canada’s unions demand stronger measures to address systemic racism

August 1, 2023

As we mark Emancipation Day on August 1, it’s important that all people in Canada recognize and reflect on this country’s history of slavery and the lasting legacy of inequity still facing Black workers. To address ongoing systemic racism and discrimination in the world of work, Canada’s unions are urging the federal government to strengthen the Employment Equity Act. Emancipation…

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GOVERNMENTS MUST SEARCH FOR INDIGENOUS WOMEN’S REMAINS

July 19, 2023

INDIGENOUS MMIWG2S PEOPLES ARE NOT WORTHLESS WINNIPEG—Canadian Labour Congress President Bea Bruske, with the support of Manitoba Federation of Labour President Kevin Rebeck issued the following statement today: “Canada’s unions call on governments at all levels to commence a search for the remains of Morgan Harris, Marcedes Myran, and an unidentified woman who has been named Mashkode Bizhiki’ikwe (Buffalo Woman)…

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CLC condemns harassment of Hong Kong trade union activists and leaders

July 14, 2023

The Canadian Labour Congress, representing 3 million Canadian workers, condemns the Hong Kong administration for placing a bounty on the heads of trade unionists, human rights defenders, and pro-democracy activists. Last May, at the 30th Constitutional Convention of the Canadian Labour Congress, Hong Kong labour leader and activist Christopher Mung (Mung Siu-Tat) spoke to Canadian workers about the complete deterioration…

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Premiers commit to meeting on health care crisis but the need for urgent action remains

July 12, 2023

WINNIPEG–Canadian Labour Congress President Bea Bruske expressed disappointment that Canada’s premiers didn’t make more progress at their annual meeting on the urgent action needed to address Canada’s health care crisis. “People are still facing long waits for care and Emergency Room closures while health workers are still experiencing difficult working conditions and unsustainable hours. Five months after a new funding…

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Another rate hike is bad news for workers and families

July 12, 2023

WINNIPEG–Canadian Labour Congress President Bea Bruske reacted with concern to the Bank of Canada’s decision to move ahead with yet another rate hike, despite slowing inflation. “Unemployment is on the rise, our economy shows more signs of weakening, and inflation is slowing. If you factor out rising mortgage and rental rates – which are the result of the rate hikes…

Letters

National, provincial and territorial labour leaders voice strong opposition to back-to-work legislation in ILWU job action against the BC Maritime Employers Association (BCME)

July 11, 2023

In a letter addressed to the Prime Minister, labour leaders from across the country reiterated their strong opposition to any attempt by the federal government to introduce back-to-work legislation against International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) workers currently on strike. “Back-to-work legislation would be a misstep that would only aggravate the situation. If the right to strike is weakened by…

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Workers to Premiers: Act Now to Fix Health Care, Create Sustainable Jobs and Make Life More Affordable

July 10, 2023

WINNIPEG—Canadian Labour Congress President Bea Bruske has written to Canada’s premiers outlining workers’ priorities for this week’s Council of the Federation meetings. “Workers and families are looking to Canada’s premiers for action to fix the health care crisis, help families struggling with still-rising prices, and collaborate with workers on creating sustainable, union jobs in a low-carbon economy,” said Bruske. “We…

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Statement by Bea Bruske on the Port of Vancouver Strike

July 6, 2023

Bruske: The most durable deal is the one negotiated at the bargaining table OTTAWA – Canada’s unions stand in solidarity with the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) and urge the BC Maritime Employers Association (BCME) to return to the table and bargain outstanding issues in good faith. The fact is the best labour agreements are always the ones negotiated…

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Workers Looking for Premiers to Act on Health Care, Affordability and Sustainable Jobs

July 6, 2023

WINNIPEG—Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, will be available to talk about what workers are looking for when Canada’s premiers gather for the Council of the Federation in Winnipeg on July 11 – 12, 2023. “Workers and their families are looking to Canada’s premiers for concrete solutions to fix health care, action on the affordability crisis and a…

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Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples requires ongoing commitment and action

June 21, 2023

Canada’s unions are marking National Indigenous People’s Day by reaffirming our steadfast commitment to advancing reconciliation and justice for Indigenous peoples, within our communities and workplaces across the country. This includes continuing to demand urgent action from the federal government on reconciliation with First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. “The impacts of Canada’s violent colonial history continue to be experienced…

Op-eds

Bruske: How Canada can create sustainable jobs as we shift to a low-carbon future

June 19, 2023

By Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress as published in the Ottawa Citizen Bill C-50, just tabled, provides a roadmap toward making Canada’s economy competitive for years to come. “On a global scale, clean energy investment has surpassed spending on oil and gas for the first time.” From raging wildfires to extreme storms, each day brings stark reminders…

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Canada’s unions alarmed and concerned by the layoff of 1,300 Bell workers

June 15, 2023

Bruske: The timing of these layoffs couldn’t be worse. Now more than ever, we need impartial and factual local news OTTAWA –– “Canada’s unions are deeply troubled by the Bell Canada Enterprises Inc. (BCE Inc.) decision to eliminate 1,300 positions during a period of heightened economic uncertainty across Canada. These job losses will cause further pain for hundreds of families. “What…

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Canada’s unions: Canadian Sustainable Jobs Act an unprecedented opportunity for collaboration

June 14, 2023

Bruske: Workers, unions, industry, and governments must work together on climate change OTTAWA – Canada’s unions applaud the emphasis on workers and the inclusion of key labour priorities in the federal government’s Canadian Sustainable Jobs Act announced today. The Act, which emerged as a result of the New Democrat and Liberals’ Supply and Confidence Agreement, presents an unprecedented opportunity to…

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Bea Bruske: Bank of Canada’s rate hike a further blow to working people

June 7, 2023

Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, released the following statement in response to the Bank of Canada’s decision to raise interest rates today: “Working people have been dealt economic blow after economic blow over the past few years. Last month, we heard from thousands of workers about how they are feeling squeezed on all fronts. Working-class families are…

Community Events

2023 Pride Festivities Across Canada

May 30, 2023

Over the next few months, Canada’s unions will join others in communities across Canada to celebrate Pride and support 2SLGBTQI+ equality and justice. Show your support at an event near you. Check out EGALE Canada’s new interactive map to find your closest Pride march.

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Fighting for Workers’ Rights: Canada’s Unions Lift Everyone Up

May 12, 2023

Bruske: This is a pivotal moment in our labour movement. We need to organize to give every worker the power that comes with signing a union card. MONTREAL – Thousands of workers from across Canada gathered to adopt an ambitious plan to improve the lives of working people. The 30th Constitutional Convention of the Canadian Labour Congress called for changes…

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Canada’s Unions: Lifting Everyone Up

May 5, 2023

Thousands of union activists to gather in Montréal to tackle pressing issues facing workers MONTRÉAL–– Thousands of delegates representing local, regional and national unions and labour bodies from across the country will gather at Montréal’s Palais des congrès from May 8 to 12 for the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC)’s 30th Constitutional Convention. The Convention is the highest decision-making body for…

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May Day: Strong Unions Build Worker Power

May 1, 2023

Canada’s unions mark May Day by celebrating worker power and the contributions that workers and their unions make to society. “Today is a day to celebrate our wins and fortify ourselves for the next fight. Workers can achieve incredible things when they come together. Being a union member means having a safe workplace, better pay, more benefits, and good work-life…

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Day of Mourning 2023: Workers’ empowerment key to workplace health and safety

April 28, 2023

As unions across Canada mark the National Day of Mourning, the Canadian Labour Congress wants to ensure workers are empowered to know their health and safety rights in the workplace, defend existing gains and use the tools at their disposal. April 28 is the National Day of Mourning, a day to commemorate those who have died or been injured as…

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CLC Ontario Women’s School 2023

April 20, 2023

Ontario’s unions help lift everyone up, whether it’s improving workplaces, fighting for political gains, or advocating for social justice – unions and our members make all the difference. This year we are thrilled to be bringing back the highly sought after Canadian Labour Congress Ontario Summer School and Women’s School! Labour Education builds solidarity and knowledge, and it creates meaningful…

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CLC Ontario Summer School 2023

April 20, 2023

Ontario’s unions help lift everyone up, whether it’s improving workplaces, fighting for political gains, or advocating for social justice – unions and our members make all the difference. This year we are thrilled to be bringing back the highly sought after Canadian Labour Congress Ontario Summer School and Women’s School! Labour Education builds solidarity and knowledge, and it creates meaningful…

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Day of Mourning Ceremonies 2023

April 19, 2023

April 28th is the labour movement’s most solemn day, but also one to refocus our commitment to preventing future workplace injuries and deaths. Every year, thousands of workers, friends and families of fallen workers gather at ceremonies across Canada to recognize the National Day of Mourning for workers killed or injured on the job. This year, we will gather in…

Media Releases

Canada’s unions reinforce strong opposition to any attempt to force federal public service workers back to work

April 19, 2023

Bruske: Back-to-work legislation would be a misstep that would only aggravate the situation

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Statement by Bea Bruske: Senators vote to put workers and pensioners before big banks and wealthy CEOs

April 19, 2023

Bruske: Passage of pension protection Bill C-228 is a win for workers and plan members Canada’s unions are celebrating the Senate’s decision to pass Bill C-228 (Pension Protection Act), legislation that will ensure defined-benefit pensions receive super-priority status in bankruptcy and insolvency cases. “Pension protection has been a priority for Canada’s unions for decades. Multiple private members’ bills seeking to…

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Statement from Bea Bruske: Canada’s unions stand in solidarity with federal public service workers’ right to strike

April 18, 2023

Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, released the following statement in solidarity with PSAC members going on strike tomorrow: OTTAWA – Canada’s unions fully support federal public service workers’ right to strike. By refusing to provide the working conditions that federal public service workers deserve, the federal government is lowering the bar to rock bottom for every worker…

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Statement from Bea Bruske: Canada’s unions stand in solidarity with federal public service workers

April 15, 2023

Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, released the following statement in solidarity with PSAC members: OTTAWA—Canada’s unions stand in solidarity with federal public service workers in their fight for a fair collective agreement. Their message to Treasury Board and Canada Revenue Agency, is clear – they won’t be taken for granted, they won’t fall further behind and they…

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Statement from Bea Bruske: To uphold refugee rights, Canada must suspend the Safe Third Country Agreement

April 4, 2023

OTTAWA––Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, released the following statement today: “On Refugee Rights Day, we recognize and celebrate the 1985 Supreme Court of Canada ruling that refugee claimants are entitled to fundamental justice. Today, Canada’s unions urge the federal government to uphold the principles of fundamental justice and fulfill its moral duty and international obligation to protect…

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Budget 2023: Progress for workers but only scratches the surface of pressing crises

March 28, 2023

Bruske: Workers will benefit from good, sustainable jobs but budget falls short on affordability and care OTTAWA – While today’s federal budget includes measures to create good, sustainable jobs and ease financial pressures for some, more action is needed to extend a helping hand to hard-pressed families. “Canada’s unions applaud the government’s investment in sustainable jobs and training, which will…

Media Advisories

CLC President Bea Bruske available to react to budget

March 27, 2023

OTTAWA – Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC), will be available to comment on Budget 2023, and to discuss its impact on workers and their families. Canada’s unions are calling for a workers’ budget, that prioritizes real and strategic investments in publicly funded, publicly delivered services like health care, and measures to permanently strengthen our EI system. …

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A Workers’ Budget: Labour demands for Budget 2023

March 21, 2023

Bruske: Workers and their families are falling behind, and our inadequate social safety net is failing them. Workers expect the government to throw them a lifeline. OTTAWA – Canada’s unions are calling on the federal government to invest in workers in its budget to be released on March 28. “High inflation is eating away at workers’ hard-earned pay cheques, the…

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Canada’s unions: Urgent action required to rein in corporate greed

March 9, 2023

Bruske: Wealthy grocery CEOs must be held to account for Canadians’ skyrocketing grocery bills OTTAWA –– Yesterday, Loblaw CEO Galen Weston Jr., Empire CEO Michael Medline and Metro CEO Eric La Flèche testified before the Standing Committee on Agriculture and Agri-Food about sky-high food prices. Canada’s unions are now urging the federal government to crack down on corporate greed and…

Op-eds

To union feminists, this International Women’s Day, I salute you

March 8, 2023

My friends, You have led the charge, for decades, to improve women’s rights and gender equality at work. Years of tireless advocacy, over generations, has tipped the scales through every lobby, campaign, conversation and rally to get that much closer to achieving the feminist and equitable world those who stood before us dreamed of. Now, don’t get me wrong, because…

Community Events

February 14th Women’s Memorial March Honouring Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit Peoples (MMIWG2S+)

February 9, 2023

On February 14, communities across Canada will hold Women’s Memorial Marches to remember and honour missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls and two-spirit people. By participating in a march in your area, you can show your support and solidarity. Find a local memorial march using the links below: (Montreal) February 14th MMIWGT2S / FFT2EADA Vigil Montreal https://www.facebook.com/events/498934052265336?ref=newsfeed (Toronto) 18th Annual…

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Federal-provincial health care deal: Canada’s unions cautiously optimistic

February 7, 2023

Bruske: Health care deal is a step in the right direction — Now governments must deliver OTTAWA — Canada’s unions welcome the federal government’s pledge to increase health funding to provinces and territories. New money being added will help address some of the challenges but with no strings attached, this deal will only scratch the surface of the problems our…

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Workers mobilize to Parliament Hill urging action on polycrisis

February 7, 2023

Bruske : Hundreds of workers will meet with MPs to call for urgent action on the biggest challenges facing Canadian workers and their families OTTAWA–– Hundreds of workers and labour leaders from across Canada are mobilizing to Parliament Hill today to sound the alarm about the mounting issues facing workers. “Workers are being hit over and over again. Rising costs…

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Statement by Bea Bruske: We need to strengthen and expand our public health care system

February 2, 2023

Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, released the following statement after meeting with Health Minister Jean-Yves Duclos to discuss the upcoming meeting with Canada’s premiers. OTTAWA – Canada’s unions are grateful to have had the opportunity to attend a productive and constructive meeting with Minister Duclos. We had the chance to reiterate that any new funding added to…

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Canada’s unions welcome improved long-term care standard —but demand an end to for-profit care

January 31, 2023

OTTAWA – Canada’s unions welcome improvements to the National Long-Term Care Services Standard but they must be even stronger. The standard released today focus on resident-centered care, a model of senior care that is accommodating and respectful of the resident’s personal wishes and that works directly with the health workers providing the care. “We are happy to see the government…

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Canada’s unions are celebrating Canada’s ratification of International Labour Organization Convention 190

January 30, 2023

Bruske: Workers deserve a safe workplace. This historic convention will establish the right to a world of work free from violence and harassment OTTAWA––C-190 is the first global treaty that acknowledges the universal right to a world of work free from violence and harassment, and establishes a clear framework for ending it. Once ratified, governments are accountable for preventing and…

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Bank of Canada’s eighth consecutive rate hike means workers will take another hit

January 25, 2023

Bruske: With inflation moderating, Bank of Canada has no excuse to further burden Canadians OTTAWA––Canada’s unions are disappointed by the central bank’s decision to continue with its monetary tightening. The most recent consumer price index numbers in Canada and abroad showed that inflation is moderating – yet the Bank is stubbornly raising interest rates for the eighth time. “We…

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Politicians must collaborate to find solutions for Canada’s struggling workers

January 24, 2023

Bruske: The choices facing decision-makers in the coming months will shape Canada for years to come and Canada’s unions will be there to demand a better Canada for all workers. OTTAWA- As the cabinet retreat adjourns and all parties prepare for the return of Parliament next Monday, Canada’s unions are urging cooperation and collaboration focused on helping struggling families. December’s…

Op-eds

Beware of Premiers bearing promises of a quick health care fix

January 16, 2023

By Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, and Patty Coates, President of the Ontario Federation of Labour, as published in National Newswatch. Winston Churchill famously said, ‘Never let a good crisis go to waste,’ and clearly Premiers Doug Ford in Ontario and Danielle Smith in Alberta, took note. Both are seizing this crisis in our health care system…

Community Events

2023 Winter Pride Festivities Across Canada

December 21, 2022

Over the next few months, Canada’s unions will join others in communities across Canada to celebrate Pride and support LGBTQ2SI equality and justice. Show your support at an event near you. This is an evolving list. Please check event websites for full details. Note: event information is not always available in both official languages. Do you have an event to add…

Media Releases

As we head into the holidays, Canadians are struggling after being hammered by aggressive interest rate hikes

December 21, 2022

Bruske: In 2023, Parliament needs to focus on the true causes of inflation and address the affordability crisis Canadians will continue to face Today’s numbers are further evidence that inflation is already slowly moderating in Canada. Yet again, Canada’s unions are calling on the Bank to pause its tightening cycle and avoid further hiking rates. “The Bank’s rapid and aggressive…

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Canada’s unions are lifting everyone up

December 15, 2022

Bruske: As Parliament adjourns, we celebrate progress made and gear up to fight even harder for workers in 2023 OTTAWA — The current parliamentary session has drawn to a close, and Canada’s unions are taking the opportunity to celebrate the progress made this year for workers. In 2022, many workers and their families buckled under sky-high inflation, eye-popping grocery bills…

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The Bank’s forgotten mandate: Support maximum sustainable employment

December 13, 2022

BRUSKE: More balanced economic policies needed to avoid devastating job losses OTTAWA –– A year after the Bank of Canada received a new mandate, Canada’s unions are asking what happened to the new directions that added employment considerations when the Bank is setting Canada’s monetary policy. “A year ago, amidst great fanfare, the Bank received direction that Canada’s monetary policy…

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Premiers and PM must get health deal done

December 9, 2022

BRUSKE: Political bickering must be replaced with all-hands-on-deck urgency to save kids’ lives OTTAWA––Canada faces a rising number of children getting seriously ill and even dying from the ‘tripledemic’ of COVID, flu and RSV. Canada’s unions are calling on politicians at all levels to stop the blame and bickering and come together behind providing health care workers with the resources…

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New child care legislation includes important commitment to non-profit child care and a qualified and well-supported workforce

December 8, 2022

Bruske: We welcome new child care legislation and will fight to strengthen it as it moves through committee OTTAWA –– Canada’s unions welcome today’s early learning and child care legislation, Bill C‑35, another success born of the cooperation between the NDP and the Liberal government. “Ensuring affordable, high quality, accessible and flexible services means we will have a Canada-wide system…

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Missed opportunity to push pause on rate hikes and put people first

December 7, 2022

BRUSKE: We should do everything we can to avoid job losses and a painful recession OTTAWA––Canada’s unions reacted with disappointment to the Bank of Canada’s decision today to rush ahead with the seventh interest rate hike this year. “Economists have urged the Bank of Canada to let the impact of previous rate hikes take hold before taking further action that…

Op-eds

Bea Bruske: Bank of Canada should pause rate hikes now to avert a manufactured recession

December 6, 2022

By Bea Bruske, as published in the Financial Post. Bank risks substantially weakening our economy, potentially throwing hundreds of thousands of Canadians out of work Facing a one-two punch of sky-high prices on daily essentials combined with rising credit card, mortgage and other bills, the last thing Canadians need right now is a recession, which could mean massive job losses…

Families paying too high a price for tough economic times

Fiscal Update Must Put Workers and Families First

Canada’s unions welcome anti-scab legislation

Quebec public sector strike: François Legault’s government must table acceptable offers

Bank of Canada holds rates steady but more needs to be done for working people

Canada’s unions: Solidarity against government overreach. We must stop these politicians who continuously trample our rights

Government, workers and businesses must come together to win the low-carbon economic transition

Canada’s Unions Launch “A Future That Works” Campaign: Good Jobs for a Sustainable Tomorrow

Hate is a Losing Proposition

Canada’s unions release sustainable jobs blueprint

New Democrats and leader Wab Kinew offering stronger health care and the positive change Manitobans need

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith gambling with workers’ futures

As Parliament returns, people feel the pain from high prices, a slowing economy

Bank of Canada and Governments Must Put Well-Being of Workers and Families First

Canada’s Unions Celebrate Labour Day by Lifting Everyone Up

Poilievre and the Conservatives can’t be trusted to stand up for workers

Brace yourself for the great ‘Stefansmear’ campaign of 2023

Labour Day Events 2023

Workers Eager to Contribute to National Electricity Grid Plan

Statement from Bea Bruske on Alberta’s decision to halt new sustainable energy projects

Emancipation Day: Canada’s unions demand stronger measures to address systemic racism

GOVERNMENTS MUST SEARCH FOR INDIGENOUS WOMEN’S REMAINS

CLC condemns harassment of Hong Kong trade union activists and leaders

Premiers commit to meeting on health care crisis but the need for urgent action remains

Another rate hike is bad news for workers and families

National, provincial and territorial labour leaders voice strong opposition to back-to-work legislation in ILWU job action against the BC Maritime Employers Association (BCME)

Workers to Premiers: Act Now to Fix Health Care, Create Sustainable Jobs and Make Life More Affordable

Statement by Bea Bruske on the Port of Vancouver Strike

Workers Looking for Premiers to Act on Health Care, Affordability and Sustainable Jobs

Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples requires ongoing commitment and action

Bruske: How Canada can create sustainable jobs as we shift to a low-carbon future

Canada’s unions alarmed and concerned by the layoff of 1,300 Bell workers

Canada’s unions: Canadian Sustainable Jobs Act an unprecedented opportunity for collaboration

Bea Bruske: Bank of Canada’s rate hike a further blow to working people

2023 Pride Festivities Across Canada

Fighting for Workers’ Rights: Canada’s Unions Lift Everyone Up

Canada’s Unions: Lifting Everyone Up

May Day: Strong Unions Build Worker Power

Day of Mourning 2023: Workers’ empowerment key to workplace health and safety

CLC Ontario Women’s School 2023

CLC Ontario Summer School 2023

Day of Mourning Ceremonies 2023

Canada’s unions reinforce strong opposition to any attempt to force federal public service workers back to work

Statement by Bea Bruske: Senators vote to put workers and pensioners before big banks and wealthy CEOs

Statement from Bea Bruske: Canada’s unions stand in solidarity with federal public service workers’ right to strike

Statement from Bea Bruske: Canada’s unions stand in solidarity with federal public service workers

Statement from Bea Bruske: To uphold refugee rights, Canada must suspend the Safe Third Country Agreement

Budget 2023: Progress for workers but only scratches the surface of pressing crises

CLC President Bea Bruske available to react to budget

A Workers’ Budget: Labour demands for Budget 2023

Canada’s unions: Urgent action required to rein in corporate greed

To union feminists, this International Women’s Day, I salute you

February 14th Women’s Memorial March Honouring Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit Peoples (MMIWG2S+)

Federal-provincial health care deal: Canada’s unions cautiously optimistic

Workers mobilize to Parliament Hill urging action on polycrisis

Statement by Bea Bruske: We need to strengthen and expand our public health care system

Canada’s unions welcome improved long-term care standard —but demand an end to for-profit care

Canada’s unions are celebrating Canada’s ratification of International Labour Organization Convention 190

Bank of Canada’s eighth consecutive rate hike means workers will take another hit

Politicians must collaborate to find solutions for Canada’s struggling workers

Beware of Premiers bearing promises of a quick health care fix

2023 Winter Pride Festivities Across Canada

As we head into the holidays, Canadians are struggling after being hammered by aggressive interest rate hikes

Canada’s unions are lifting everyone up

The Bank’s forgotten mandate: Support maximum sustainable employment

Premiers and PM must get health deal done

New child care legislation includes important commitment to non-profit child care and a qualified and well-supported workforce

Missed opportunity to push pause on rate hikes and put people first

Bea Bruske: Bank of Canada should pause rate hikes now to avert a manufactured recession

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