A Better Deal for Workers: How Decent Work Can Build a Better Future for Workers 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… Read More Click to open the link
Protecting Canadian workers: CLC welcomes tariffs on Chinese imports 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… Read More Click to open the link
True reconciliation requires meaningful action, not just symbolic gestures 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… Read More Click to open the link