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A Better Deal for Workers: How Decent Work Can Build a Better Future for Workers 

October 4, 2024
Statement by Bea Bruske on World Day of Decent Work.  On this World Day for Decent Work, Canada’s unions are calling for jobs that respect the rights and dignity of all workers. Decent work means fair pay, safe working conditions, and respect for workers’ well-being. It’s about creating jobs that give people opportunities to grow, while protecting their rights to…
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Protecting Canadian workers: CLC welcomes tariffs on Chinese imports

October 1, 2024
Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress Canada’s unions are pleased with the government’s announcement to impose tariffs on Chinese imports, including a 100% tariff on electric vehicles and a 25% tariff on aluminum and steel, matching recent U.S. actions. Coming into force on October 22, this marks one of the most significant shifts in our supply…
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True reconciliation requires meaningful action, not just symbolic gestures

September 30, 2024
On this National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Canada’s unions continue to urge the federal government to take concrete, meaningful action toward reconciliation with Indigenous peoples, going beyond symbolic gestures. Today, we remember all the Indigenous children taken from their families and communities and sent to residential schools. We honour the lives of those who never returned home, and those…
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Gender Equality Week 2024: Women deserve a better deal

September 23, 2024
Canada’s unions are calling on federal leaders to seize the moment this gender equality week and commit to a better deal for women Large corporations are worsening the affordability crisis for workers and their families, causing the cost of housing, groceries, and other necessities to skyrocket. This crisis hurts everyone, but it’s significantly more challenging for those who already have…
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CANADA’S UNIONS CALL ON MPs TO PRIORITIZE WORKERS IN UPCOMING PARLIAMENTARY SESSION

September 16, 2024
OTTAWA––The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) is urging the federal government to make workers a top priority as Parliament returns from its summer break. With workers bearing the brunt of rising living costs, a strained healthcare system, and inadequate support, the CLC insists now is the time for the government to invest in a stronger, more resilient future for workers. “Workers…
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Labour Day Op Ed: It’s Time for a Better Deal for Workers

September 5, 2024
Canada is at a crossroads. We can continue down a path where workers grapple with rising costs and stagnant wages, or we can work together for a better deal. Workers are the backbone of our economy. Every day, we power industries, drive innovation, and support communities. Yet, as we work to keep Canada running, we face an ever-growing financial squeeze.…
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Statement on the conclusion of the Confidence and Supply Agreement

September 4, 2024
The President of the Canadian Labour Congress, Bea Bruske, issued the following statement in reaction to the conclusion of the federal Confidence and Supply Agreement between Liberals and New Democrats: “This agreement was a success. Workers are seeing real, meaningful improvements in their lives because the NDP and the Liberals found common ground in this minority parliament. I want to…
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On Labour Day, Canada’s unions launch national campaign demanding a better deal for all workers

September 2, 2024
OTTAWA – This Labour Day, Canada’s unions are launching “Workers Together: For a better deal,” a worker-led initiative to tackle corporate greed, make life more affordable, and hold anti-worker politicians accountable. The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) is leading the way for workers across the country. Join us at workerstogether.ca to take action and make our voices heard.  “Canada’s working class…
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Pro-worker momentum at the DNC spells trouble for Poilievre as well as Trump 

August 22, 2024
By Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress as published in National Newswatch  Donald Trump has a problem: workers. As he eyes a potential victory in November, the Democrats have strategically chosen a union guy to be Kamala Harris’ running mate.  Despite Trump’s repeated attempts to appeal to workers, the Democrats’ VP pick has unleashed a fresh wave of…
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Protecting Canada’s EV Opportunities 

June 24, 2024
Bruske: The consultations announced today should result in quick and decisive action to protect from unfair Chinese competition and create Canadian jobs in domestic EV supply chains.
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