Thousands of union activists rally to protect Canadian jobs, improve working conditions
May 14, 2026
WINNIPEG, MB — Today, thousands of workers marched in the streets of Winnipeg to demand action to protect Canadian jobs, defend public services, and strengthen workers’ rights at a time of growing economic uncertainty, Donald Trump’s trade war, and rapid technological change reshaping workplaces across the country. As workers face rising inequality, precarious work, and growing pressure from automation and artificial…
Day 2 of CLC Convention Focuses on Good Jobs, Dignity and Building the Future
May 11, 2026
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…
Labour movement to Parliament: it’s time to put workers at the centre of Canada’s trade strategy
February 3, 2026
OTTAWA — As global trade tensions rise and economic uncertainty deepens, Canada’s labour movement is demanding an end to trade policies that put corporate interests ahead of workers. Labour leaders from private and public sector will call for a worker-centred economic strategy that protects good jobs, rebuilds domestic industry, strengthens public services, upholds human rights, and defends Canada’s economic sovereignty.…
Statement – On the Canada–China Strategic Partnership
January 16, 2026
Today’s announcement of a new strategic partnership between the Government of Canada and the People’s Republic of China represents a sharp and concerning shift in Canada’s trade and industrial strategy. While Ottawa frames this deal as a way to diversify markets for Canadian farmers and exporters, it ultimately puts both groups at risk, offering uncertain, short-term relief for canola and…
Workers Must Come First in CUSMA — No Trade Deal at the Expense of Jobs, Industry, or Public Services
January 15, 2026
OTTAWA – Today, Canada’s unions met Minister Dominic LeBlanc, Minister responsible for Canada-U.S. Trade, Intergovernmental Affairs and One Canadian Economy, for a high-level Roundtable on the upcoming 2026 review of the Canada-United States Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) to deliver a clear and urgent message: workers must come first. Canadian Labour Congress President Bea Bruske was joined by leaders from several of…
Statement by Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress
October 22, 2025
OTTAWA –– Canada’s unions are gathering this week at our Canadian Council to strategize at a time when the escalating trade war is having a devastating impact on Canadian workers and communities. Across the country, people are losing jobs and struggling to make ends meet. “The reality facing workers right now is grim,” said Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian…
Canada’s Labour, Business, and Municipal Leaders Respond to Trump’s Tariff Hike
June 3, 2025
Ottawa, ON — On Wednesday, June 4, three of Canada’s foremost national leaders representing workers, businesses, and municipalities, will hold a joint press conference in response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s decision to double tariffs on Canadian aluminum and steel. This reckless escalation is a direct attack on Canadian workers, businesses, and local economies. The impact threatens to devastate Canada’s…
Labour Leaders Rally in Windsor as Tariffs Threaten Canadian Jobs
April 7, 2025
WINDSOR, ON — As the fallout from Donald Trump’s reckless tariffs sends shockwaves across the Canadian economy, the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) is calling for immediate and bold government action to protect Canadian workers. The shutdown of the Stellantis Windsor Assembly Plant, effective today, marks the beginning of a growing crisis that extends beyond the auto sector. Entire communities face…
Another Attack on Canadian Workers: Trump’s 25% Tariffs on Canadian Steel and Aluminum
February 10, 2025
OTTAWA – Today, Donald Trump has once again launched an economic attack on Canadian workers, slapping a 25% tariff on steel and aluminum imports. These reckless tariffs threaten tens of thousands of good-paying jobs and destabilize industries that are the backbone of Canada’s economy. Steel and aluminum are critical to Canada’s industrial base, supplying essential inputs to the automotive, energy,…