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CLC Convention Day 3: Workers Tackle the Care Crisis and Inequality

WINNIPEG, MB — Union members from across Canada will meet for the third day of the Canadian Labour Congress’ convention on Wednesday, following two productive days of convention business. Newly elected federal NDP leader, Avi Lewis, will address delegates in the morning, followed by keynote addresses from Judy Darcy and Dr Adelle Blackett. Wednesday’s plenary discussions will centre around building…

Canada’s Unions Take Aim at Corporate Greed and the Cost-of-Living Crisis at the 31st Constitutional Convention

WINNIPEG, MB — Canadians are working harder than ever, but too many still can’t afford the basics. Rising grocery bills, rent, gas, and prescription costs are putting enormous pressure on workers and their families while corporate profits continue to climb. Today the 2,000+ delegates to the CLC Convention said “enough is enough” with the adoption of an ambitious action plan to…

Canada’s unions rally behind ambitious blueprint for jobs,  nation building and economic resilience

WINNIPEG, MB — As economic uncertainty, Trump’s trade war and climate pressures reshape the globe, over 2,000 delegates from every sector of Canada’s economy have adopted a bold action plan to build and transform Canada’s economic foundation around good union jobs, domestic manufacturing, and nation-building investments.   “Canada cannot build a resilient economy by outsourcing jobs, relying on fragile supply chains, or leaving workers…

Troisième jour de l’Assemblée générale du CTC : les travailleurs s’attaquent à la crise des soins et aux inégalités

WINNIPEG, MB — Des membres de syndicats de partout au Canada se réuniront mercredi pour la troisième journée de l’Assemblée générale du Congrès du travail du Canada, après deux journées productives de travaux. Avi Lewis, chef nouvellement élu du NPD fédéral, s’adressera aux membres délégués dans la matinée, suivi par des discours prononcés par Judy Darcy et la prof. Adelle…

Day 2 of CLC Convention Focuses on Good Jobs, Dignity and Building the Future

WINNIPEG, MB — The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) Constitutional Convention continues Tuesday with cultural performances, political discussions, and debate on major action plans focused on economic justice, good jobs, affordability, and dignity for workers. Highlights include: •           Cultural performances by the Ivan Flett Memorial Dancers, Red River Dancers, and Leonard Sumner. •           Remarks from Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew. •           Debate…

CLC Convention Opens Monday as Thousands of Workers Gather in Winnipeg

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                                            Sunday May 10, 2026  WINNIPEG, MB — Thousands of union activists, workers, and labour leaders from across the country will gather in Winnipeg Monday as the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) opens its Constitutional Convention.  Opening day will feature ceremonies, cultural performances, international guests, and major discussions on the future of democracy, workers’ rights, and the economy.  Highlights…

Canada’s unions adopt action plan to fight extremism and rebuild democracy

WINNIPEG, MB — As rising inequality, affordability pressures, and political alienation fuel the growth of extremism in Canada and around the world, more than 2,000 delegates to the 2026 Convention of the Canadian Labour Congress have adopted a sweeping action plan to rebuild democratic participation, strengthen working-class political power and confront authoritarian politics.  The action plan recognizes that growing insecurity, declining…

Bruske: Mandatory Training and Stronger Enforcement Needed to Uphold the Westray Law

Thirty-four years ago today, 26 miners in Pictou County, Nova Scotia, lost their lives in a horrific underground explosion at the Westray Mine. The Westray Disaster – like all workplace fatalities – was preventable. More than three decades later, much remains the same. Far too many negligent employers are not held accountable for when workers are killed or seriously injured…

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. Taking place at a critical time for workers and their families, this Convention will bring together the voices of more than three million workers to set the…

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…