Canadian Labour Congress

Canada's unions celebrate federal asbestos ban

maya.bhullar — Thu, 22 Dec 2016 13:34:37 +0000

Canada's unions celebrate federal asbestos ban

On Dec. 14 the federal government announced an asbestos ban. "We can all breathe easier," said CLC president Hassan Yussuff. "This is good public health policy that will without question save lives."

Young Canadians need more opportunities

dmolenhuis — Fri, 12 Aug 2016 15:02:48 +0000

Young Canadians need more opportunities

As the world celebrates International Youth Day on August 12, the Canadian Labour Congress is asking the federal government and employers to invest in greater opportunities for youth.

Government launches inquiry into missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls

dmolenhuis — Fri, 05 Aug 2016 16:05:39 +0000

Government launches inquiry into missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls

The federal government has finally announced an inquiry but NWAC, victims' families, and leaders from Indigenous groups have raised several concerns with the government's plans. Will Trudeau listen?

CLC wants Canadian mayors to address use of lethal force and systemic racism in policing

dmolenhuis — Fri, 29 Jul 2016 15:24:36 +0000

CLC wants Canadian mayors to address use of lethal force and systemic racism in policing

Abdirahman Abdi died after witnesses say Ottawa police violently beat him on July 24. Now, the Canadian Labour Congress is backing community calls for a transparent investigation.

What an expanded CPP means for someone like you

dmolenhuis — Tue, 26 Jul 2016 14:34:09 +0000

What an expanded CPP means for someone like you

Are you an electrician? Do you work at a bank? Wherever you work the federal government's changes to the CPP will affect everyone. Here are some real numbers behind the federal government's new plan.

Supreme Court ruling protects non-union workers from unjust dismissal

dmolenhuis — Tue, 19 Jul 2016 14:48:32 +0000

Supreme Court ruling protects non-union workers from unjust dismissal

Joseph Wilson reported improper procurement practices at the Atomic Energy of Canada and was fired from his job. He ended up at the Supreme Court and struck a blow for workers' rights everywhere.

Trudeau government must put an end to Canada Post's pension attack

dmolenhuis — Wed, 06 Jul 2016 13:46:55 +0000

Trudeau government must put an end to Canada Post's pension attack

Canada Post is set to lock out 50,000 postal workers as early as Friday. In spite of long-standing profits, Canada Post wants to impose unfair wages and undermine pensions for future generations.

Rest of Canada must follow Alberta's lead on minimum wage

dmolenhuis — Fri, 01 Jul 2016 14:08:59 +0000

Rest of Canada must follow Alberta's lead on minimum wage

The Fight for 15 campaign scored a huge victory with the announcement that Alberta will introduce a $15 minimum wage. The Canadian Labour Congress wants the rest of the country to follow suit.

Celebrating National Aboriginal Day

dmolenhuis — Tue, 21 Jun 2016 17:42:31 +0000

Celebrating National Aboriginal Day

Today the Canadian Labour Congress joins Indigenous communities across Canada in celebrating National Aboriginal Day.

Government must stop the Trans-Pacific Partnership

dmolenhuis — Fri, 17 Jun 2016 13:31:50 +0000

Government must stop the Trans-Pacific Partnership

This flawed agreement is about protecting multinational corporation's rights. It does nothing to help workers or the environment.

Minimum wage stats show we need $15 and fairness across Canada

dmolenhuis — Thu, 02 Jun 2016 12:04:48 +0000

Minimum wage stats show we need $15 and fairness across Canada

The fight for $15 is a concrete way to push back against growing inequality and precarious work -- join the fight for decent work!

Canadian unions launch new CPP campaign 'A Better Plan for All'

dmolenhuis — Tue, 24 May 2016 13:19:56 +0000

Canadian unions launch new CPP campaign 'A Better Plan for All'

We need a universal expansion of the Canada Pension Plan (CPP) and the Canadian Labour Congress has launched a new campaign aimed at reforming the system.

Unions take a stand against homophobia, transphobia and biphobia

dmolenhuis — Mon, 16 May 2016 20:02:31 +0000

Unions take a stand against homophobia, transphobia and biphobia

May 17 is the International Day against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia (IDAHOT), one of the largest global LGBTQ solidarity actions.

Message of support and solidarity for Fort McMurray

dmolenhuis — Fri, 06 May 2016 14:47:32 +0000

Message of support and solidarity for Fort McMurray

Dig deep. The CLC is. And the federal government has committed to matching all individual charitable donations made to the Canadian Red Cross in support of the ongoing relief efforts in Alberta.

#GETLOUD for Mental Health Week

dmolenhuis — Tue, 03 May 2016 13:21:55 +0000

#GETLOUD for Mental Health Week

May 2-6 is the Canadian Mental Health Association's 65th annual Mental Health Week. It is a chance to #GETLOUD by speaking out and challenging the stigma and discrimination of mental illness.