Publications

Canada’s unions gather in Winnipeg to set workers’ agenda in uncertain times — The CLC’s 31st constitutional convention

WINNIPEG — As Canada’s unions mark 70 years of collective strength, thousands of delegates, activists and labour leaders will gather in Winnipeg from May 11 to 15 for the CLC 31st Constitutional Convention—the largest convention in the organization’s history. Taking place at a critical time for workers and their families, this Convention will bring together the voices of more than…

Statement of Solidarity by Unifor and the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) for May Day 2026

OTTAWA –– On May Day, workers celebrate the historic achievements of the labour movement which, for generations, has shaped a fairer, more just Canada. As we mark May Day across the country, we also acknowledge that Canadian workers face considerable challenges. Our country’s industrial backbone is under threat, and the weight of dire economic times inevitably lands on working people…

Spring Economic Update response: Workers need real results now

OTTAWA—Today’s Spring Economic Update announced a number of positive steps to address workers’ growing economic anxieties, with major new investments in skilled trades, training, and apprenticeships. Canada’s unions are ready to work with the government to build on these positive steps with a comprehensive plan to meet the urgent challenges Canada’s workers are facing. “Workers need bold action that lowers…

Day of Mourning: Psychological health and safety is a workplace crisis we can’t ignore

Psychological health and safety is occupational health and safety. A workplace injury is a workplace injury—whether it is physical or psychological—and both must be prevented and treated. But too often, work-related stress, burnout, harassment, and violence are dismissed as “just part of the job.” They are not. These harms are real, they are preventable, and they are affecting workers at…

Rana Plaza: 13 years on—remembering the workers, renewing the fight for safety 

Every year on April 24, workers and trade unions in Bangladesh and around the world mark the anniversary of the collapse of the Rana Plaza building in Dhaka, Bangladesh, in memory of over 3,000 workers killed or injured in the collapse and to ensure it never happens again.  The collapse was due to a failure in the building structure, which did not meet safety codes and expanded…

Earth Day 2026: Workers Power Solutions for Our Planet

This year’s theme for Earth Day is “Our Power, Our Planet” – and workers have the frontline expertise to power solutions for a low-carbon future. “From green steel to clean electricity, workers are leading the charge to a more sustainable planet,” said Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress and member of the Sustainable Jobs Partnership Council. “Sustainable jobs…

Canada’s unions stand in support and solidarity with trans and gender-diverse people

On Trans Day of Visibility 2026, Canada’s unions affirm our dedication to defend, celebrate and honour trans and gender diverse people. Unions have long advocated for gender justice and equitable representation within our workplaces and the broader community. Trans Day of Visibility (TDOV) is an opportunity to celebrate trans and gender diverse workers and their critical contributions to building a…

Statement from CLC President, Bea Bruske, on new NDP leader Avi Lewis

Winnipeg—Today, I met with NDP leader Avi Lewis to discuss the priorities of Canada’s unions with him.  Workers need immediate, tangible, practical solutions that protect their jobs and make their lives more affordable. We are in a jobs crisis, losing private sector jobs to the Trump trade war and public sector jobs to government cuts. We agreed that the NDP…

No More Waiting: Canada’s Unions Demand Action to Modernize the Employment Equity Act

On this International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, Canada’s unions are renewing our call for the federal government to take concrete action to address systemic racism and discrimination in the labour market by modernizing the Employment Equity Act (EEA). Alongside other laws that advance real equality in the workplace—including human rights, pay equity and accessibility legislation, as well…

Canada’s unions call for immediate action as global oil shock drives up costs for Canadians

OTTAWA – The recent events relating to global energy disruptions – from conflict involving Iran to pressures on fuel supply and strategic reserves – make one thing clear: workers in Canada are once again being asked to absorb the shock of events far beyond their control. There is no domestic supply shock in Canada. The cost of refining gasoline here…