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Canada’s unions echo the call: End disability poverty now

December 3, 2025

To mark the International Day for Persons with Disabilities, Canada’s unions are reiterating our demand…

Stephannie Leach – Winner of the 2025 Carol McGregor CLC Disability Rights Award

December 3, 2025

Every year on December 3, the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, the Canadian Labour…

Canada’s Unions Rise Up Against Gender-Based Violence

November 25, 2025

As we mark the beginning of the 16 Days of Action Against Gender-Based Violence, Canada’s…

CLC on CUSMA talks: Canada must use its leverage to protect workers

November 24, 2025

OTTAWA – Appearing before the parliamentary committee studying the renegotiation of the Canada–United States–Mexico Agreement…

Budget 2025 misses the mark: Workers demand real action

November 24, 2025

OTTAWA—Tomorrow, more than 300 workers from all over Canada will descend on Parliament hill in…

Canada’s unions stand in solidarity for Trans Day of Remembrance

November 20, 2025

Today and every day, Canada’s unions stand firmly in solidarity with trans and gender-diverse communities…

Statement of solidarity from Bea Bruske with Albertan communities impacted by Bill 9

November 19, 2025

Yesterday, Danielle Smith’s conservative government introduced its latest in a series of legislative attacks on…

Canada’s unions call for stronger action on jobs and public services

November 4, 2025

OTTAWA—Today’s federal budget lands at a moment of deep uncertainty. Workers are facing rising prices,…

Canadian Labour Congress available for comment on Budget 2025

November 3, 2025

OTTAWA — Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) President Bea Bruske will take part in the federal…

Budget 2025 must create jobs by investing in people and infrastructure—not cuts and corporate giveaways

October 31, 2025

OTTAWA—As workers and communities face growing uncertainty from Trump’s trade war, inflation, and a rising…

Bruske on pre-budget measures: When government listens to workers, we see progress

October 27, 2025

OTTAWA—Canada’s unions welcome today’s pre-budget measures that recognize the essential role of workers in building…

Statement by Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress

October 23, 2025

In response to the Prime Minister’s pre-budget address OTTAWA – Prime Minister Carney is right…

Canada’s unions put workers at the heart of NDP leadership race

October 23, 2025

OTTAWA –– The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) put workers’ issues in the spotlight on Wednesday,…

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…

Workers first: The CLC hosts a forum with NDP leadership candidates

October 16, 2025

OTTAWA — On Wednesday, October 22, the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) will host a worker-first…

Progress on trade in Canada must reflect a commitment to Indigenous rights

September 30, 2025

Canada’s unions are marking the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation by calling on government…

Postal workers under attack: labour leaders join Ottawa rally for public postal service

September 29, 2025

OTTAWA, ON – On Wednesday, October 1, CLC Executive Vice-Presidents Siobhán Vipond and Larry Rousseau…

Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress

September 26, 2025

Ottawa – For years, postal workers have put forward smart, practical ideas to strengthen Canada…

Economic justice depends on bold vision, investment in care

September 23, 2025

Canada’s unions are marking 2025 gender equality week by rising with a bold vision for…

As Parliament Returns, Canada’s Unions Say: No More Cuts, Invest in Workers

September 17, 2025

OTTAWA — With Parliament’s fall session underway and the Bank of Canada’s latest interest rate…

Canadian Labour Congress Responds to Bank of Canada Rates and Fall Session of Parliament

September 16, 2025

OTTAWA, ON — With Parliament’s fall session underway and the Bank of Canada set to…

Canada has an opportunity and a responsibility to be a voice for peace

September 12, 2025

The Canadian Labour Congress urges Prime Minister Carney to reaffirm his July 30 statement to…

Statement by Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, on the Prime Minister’s trade and tariff announcement

September 5, 2025

Ottawa – Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, released the following statement: “Canada’s…

Happy Labour Day: Workers’ Power Is the Answer to the New Gilded Age

September 1, 2025

By Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress Happy Labour Day. Today, we celebrate…

Statement from Bea Bruske on Carney’s plan to remove U.S. counter-tariffs

August 22, 2025

Canada’s unions refuse to accept punishing tariffs on our critical export industries as the “new…

CUPE flight attendants prove bargaining, not Carney’s Section 107, delivers deals

August 19, 2025

OTTAWA – Air Canada flight attendants, members of CUPE, have delivered a decisive blow to…

CANADA’S LABOUR MOVEMENT STANDS UNITED AGAINST GOVERNMENT VIOLATION OF WORKERS’ RIGHTS

August 18, 2025

Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, following an emergency meeting of…

Statement from Bea Bruske: Trump’s 35% Tariffs Demand a Bold Response

July 31, 2025

We are once again facing a direct economic assault on Canada and Canadian workers. Donald…

Canada’s unions applaud recognition of Palestinian statehood and urge further action to end the crisis in Gaza

July 31, 2025

Open Letter from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, to Prime Minister Mark…

Gaza: ITUC condemns Israeli interception of Handala solidarity boat and arrest of trade unionists

July 30, 2025

The International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC) expresses deep concern and condemnation over the recent interception…

Council of the Federation must focus on the impact of the trade war on workers

July 22, 2025

Bea Bruske, the President of the Canadian Labour Congress, issued the following statement today: Today,…

CLC President Bea Bruske in Washington for labour meetings amidst trade war

July 16, 2025

WASHINGTON, D.C. – As U.S. President Donald Trump reignites global instability with a reckless 35%…

Canada’s unions warn against austerity

July 9, 2025

Statement by Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress Prime Minister Carney’s instruction to…

Postal workers deserve a fair deal, not government interference

July 3, 2025

Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress Canada’s unions are deeply disappointed…

Joint statement from French, British, and Canadian unions

June 17, 2025

In advance of the UN conference France is co-chairing, we unions representing millions of workers…

Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, on the G7 Summit

June 12, 2025

From Kitimat to Selkirk, Sault Ste. Marie to Alma, and now Hamilton—workers across Canada are…

Canada’s unions urge the government to take action to help end the crisis in Gaza

June 11, 2025

In a letter to Prime Minister Mark Carney, Canadian Labour Congress President Bea Bruske urges…

Solidarity in our Pride: Unions Welcome 2025 Pride Season in Celebration of 2SLGBTQI+ Workers and Communities

June 4, 2025

From coast to coast, unions are joining in the festivities to celebrate the 2025 Pride…

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,…

Gaza: ITUC calls for urgent action to end humanitarian catastrophe

June 2, 2025

In response to the escalating violence in Gaza and the humanitarian catastrophe there, the International…

Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, on the Wildfires Affecting Communities Across Canada

May 31, 2025

As wildfires continue to devastate communities across Canada—particularly in Manitoba—our hearts go out to everyone…

Statement from Bea Bruske in Reaction to Trump’s Plan to Double Tariffs

May 31, 2025

Donald Trump’s plan to double steel & aluminum tariffs is yet another direct  attack on Canadian workers and…

National AccessAbility Week 2025: Federal government must provide a better benefit

May 29, 2025

Canada’s unions are marking National AccessAbility Week 2025 by calling on the newly elected federal government to…

Throne Speech misses the mark for workers

May 27, 2025

Statement by Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, on the Government’s Throne Speech…

Workers mark IDAHOBIT 2025 united against anti-2SLGBTQI+ hate

May 17, 2025

Across Canada, unions are marking the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia with a…

Labour 7 Statement to G7 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors

May 14, 2025

Labour 7 urges G7 countries to put green and decent job creation at heart of…

Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, on the swearing-in of Prime Minister Carney’s Cabinet

May 13, 2025

OTTAWA – Today marks a new chapter for Canada, and workers are watching closely. With…

Grieving families demand real enforcement of the Westray Law

May 9, 2025

Today, May 9th 2025, marks the 33rd anniversary of the Westray disaster, where 26 miners…

Universal health care must include mental health

May 5, 2025

Canada’s unions are marking Mental Health Week by calling on the new federal government to…

Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress

April 29, 2025

Today, we celebrate and thank Jagmeet Singh for his extraordinary leadership and unwavering commitment to…

Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, on the federal election results

April 29, 2025

Congratulations to Prime Minister Mark Carney on last night’s election victory. Canadians with a diversity…

Day of Mourning: Workers’ safety and wellbeing must be a top priority

April 28, 2025

Every year on April 28, workers in Canada mark the National Day of Mourning, a…

Rana Plaza: 12 years of fighting for corporate accountability

April 24, 2025

Since 2013, when the Rana Plaza factory collapsed in Bangladesh, Canada’s unions have marked the…

Canada’s unions sound alarm on public health care crisis

April 14, 2025

Nanaimo, B.C. — Standing in front of Nanaimo Hospital, labour leaders and frontline workers joined…

Patients over profits: Defending our public health care

April 11, 2025

Nanaimo, BC—Canada’s public health care system is in crisis. Working families are facing impossible choices—whether…

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 Labour Congress joins workers in Windsor, Ontario

April 4, 2025

Workers must not be collateral damage in Trump’s destructive trade war Windsor, ON – The…

Canada’s unions call for immediate action on U.S. tariffs threatening over one million jobs

April 2, 2025

OTTAWA – As union leaders from across the country gather in Ottawa, Canada’s unions are…

Canada’s unions call for immediate expansion of universal Pharmacare

April 1, 2025

OTTAWA –– As we prepare for the devastating economic impacts of Trump’s unjustified and reckless…

CLC and FTQ Presidents to Address Impact of U.S. Tariffs on Canadian Workers

April 1, 2025

OTTAWA, ON — As Canada’s unions gather in Ottawa for an important meeting to discuss…

CLC statement: Hudson’s Bay hands $3M to executives and no severance to workers

March 26, 2025

Hudson’s Bay’s financial crisis cannot and must not come at the expense of its workers.…

Canada’s unions launch bold platform as federal election called

March 24, 2025

“Workers Together” plan challenges parties to tackle trade threats, strengthen public health care and address…

Labour leaders launch “Building a Better Future for Working People” platform

March 21, 2025

St. John’s, NL—Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC), alongside Jessica McCormick, President…

Workers in Canada are pushing back against attacks on DEI policies

March 21, 2025

This International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, Canada’s unions reaffirm their commitment to…

Government action needed as U.S. tariffs cause Canadian job losses

March 18, 2025

Hawkesbury, ON — The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) and United Steelworkers (USW) demand immediate government…

Canada’s unions call on Hudson’s Bay to prioritize workers in bankruptcy proceedings

March 18, 2025

Hudson’s Bay’s financial troubles shouldn’t come at the cost of workers’ livelihoods. Nearly 9,000 jobs…

Abject failure: Canada’s would-be human rights watchdog leaves Bangladeshi garment workers languishing in poverty

March 12, 2025

In many Bangladeshi garment factories, the women and men who make clothes for export around…

Canada’s unions to Carney: Protect workers from job losses and uncertainty

March 11, 2025

OTTAWA, ON – The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) is demanding immediate and decisive action from…

Labour 7 statement to the G7: Putting social justice at the heart of international cooperation

March 11, 2025

The G7 meets in 2025 in a time of profound geopolitical shifts and tensions. While…

International Women’s Day 2025 – Workers are bringing gender justice to the ballot box

March 8, 2025

Across Canada, women and gender diverse workers are fed up with bearing the brunt of…

Canada’s Unions welcome extended child care funding

March 6, 2025

The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) welcomed today’s announcement that the $10 a day Child Care…

Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, on Trump’s tariff attack on Canada

March 4, 2025

Today, we face an unprecedented economic attack on Canada and Canadian workers. Donald Trump’s reckless…

Canada’s unions holding third emergency meeting in response to U.S. tariffs

February 26, 2025

OTTAWA, ON – The Canadian Council, led by the Canadian Labour Congress is holding its…

CLC President Bea Bruske available after U.S. – Canada trade talks in Washington, D.C.

February 12, 2025

WASHINGTON, D.C.—A delegation of American and Canadian labour leaders will meet with Canadian Premiers in…

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,…

CLC PRESIDENT BEA BRUSKE AVAILABLE TO SPEAK FOLLOWING TRUDEAU-TRUMP MEETING ON TRADE WAR

February 3, 2025

OTTAWA—Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) President Bea Bruske will be available to speak to media following…

Cut Off U.S. Energy and Resources Now: No Electricity, No Critical Minerals, No Oil and Gas

February 1, 2025

WINNIPEG – Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, issued the following statement today: …

BHM 2025: Join Canada’s unions in advancing racial and economic justice for Black workers

February 1, 2025

Canada’s unions are marking Black History Month by highlighting the crucial role unions play in…

Canadian Labour Congress, NDP leader Jagmeet Singh, and United Steelworkers to address threat of U.S. tariffs on Canadian jobs

January 29, 2025

Sault Ste. Marie –– CLC President Bea Bruske, alongside federal NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh, and…

Canadians reject Trump’s tariff threats: New CLC poll

January 23, 2025

OTTAWA, ON –A new poll commissioned by the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) reveals Canadians are…

Gaza: Ceasefire must lead to lasting peace

January 22, 2025

Canada’s unions welcome the ceasefire and call on all parties to adhere to the agreement…

Statement from the Canadian Labour Congress: Standing united against U.S. tariff threats

January 17, 2025

Canada’s unions are deeply alarmed by the U.S. administration’s threat to impose a 25% tariff…

BEA BRUSKE: IT’S TIME TO PUT WORKERS FIRST IN THE FACE OF ECONOMIC UNCERTAINTY

December 20, 2024

Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress OTTAWA — There’s been too…

Migrant workers in Canada deserve access to permanent residency and citizenship

December 18, 2024

Canada’s unions are marking International Migrants Day by continuing to call on the government to…

THE FALL ECONOMIC STATEMENT FAILS FOR WORKERS

December 16, 2024

Canada’s unions continue to demand a government that prioritizes the needs of workers over corporate…

Undermining Workers’ Rights: Government Must End Section 107 Misuse

December 16, 2024

Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress OTTAWA- The government’s decision to…

Human Rights Day 2024: Canada’s unions push back against rising hate

December 10, 2024

Canada’s unions are marking International Human Rights Day by urging Canadians to come together to…

People with disabilities deserve better from the Canada Disability Benefit

December 3, 2024

The International Day of Persons with Disabilities is celebrated annually on Dec 3. This year,…

Greg Snider – Winner of the 2024 Carol McGregor CLC Disability Rights Award

December 3, 2024

Every year on December 3, the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, the Canadian Labour…

Workers rally on Parliament Hill, urging MPs to address families’ struggles.

November 27, 2024

OTTAWA –– The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) held its annual Lobby Day this week, bringing…

Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, on Trump’s tariff threat

November 26, 2024

“Donald Trump’s threat of a 25% tariff on Canadian products is a direct attack on…

Canada’s unions continue to fight against transphobic violence

November 20, 2024

Every year on Trans Day of Remembrance (TDOR), we mourn the lives of trans and…

Statement by Bea Bruske on the Passing of John Horgan

November 12, 2024

Today, we mourn the loss of John Horgan, the 36th Premier of British Columbia and…

Canada’s unions demand respect for port workers and fair negotiations – not political interference

November 12, 2024

OTTAWA –– Today’s decision by Labour Minister Steven MacKinnon to end the lockouts at the…

HISTORIC WIN FOR CANADIANS AS THE PHARMACARE ACT PASSES

October 11, 2024

OTTAWA – Canada’s unions are celebrating a historic victory for millions of Canadians today with…

Statement on the anniversary of the October 7 attacks

October 7, 2024

Today marks the one-year anniversary of the Hamas terrorist attacks on Israel. The Canadian Labour…

Hearts & minds of activists to galvanize national convention of retirees

September 18, 2018

With a Federal election nearly one year away delegates from throughout the country are now…

Don Wright honoured with CURC Award

March 13, 2014

Don Wright, a founding member of the Toronto and York Area Council of CURC received…

Ed Broadbent on Unions and Inequality

December 20, 2013

By Ed Broadbent Editor’s note: the following are notes for a speech by Ed Broadbent…

CURC holds largest ever convention

November 5, 2013

The Congress of Union Retirees of Canada marked its 20th Anniversary with its largest convention…

Union retirees meet to talk election issues

October 18, 2013

Union retirees from across Canada will talk about the issues facing retirees and senior citizens…

Innovative technique gets everyone involved in debate

October 14, 2011

It’s a technique that hasn’t often been tried in the labour movement, but it’s one…

CURC resolutions address retiree concerns

October 14, 2011

Resolutions passed at CURC’s 10th Constitutional Convention addressed a wide range of retiree concerns. Submitted…

Pensioners bear the brunt of corporate bankruptcy

October 14, 2011

When a company goes bankrupt, it’s often workers who are left in the lurch. Three…

CURC commits to continuing pension fight

October 14, 2011

CURC will continue to fight for fair pensions for all Canadians, more than 100 delegates…

Home-care panel urges fight for public system

October 13, 2011

Being able to live at home is one of the most important determinants of the…

Tories fund corporate tax cuts with seniors’ poverty

October 13, 2011

An amount equal to 10% of the corporate tax giveaways announced by the Harper government…

Buchanan delivers blueprint for area councils

October 13, 2011

The strength and relevance of CURC is at the local level and that’s where we…

CLC won’t give up on pension fight: Yussuff

October 13, 2011

The Canadian Labour Congress needs CURC’s help to win the fight for better pensions, and…

Canada needs active union retirees more than ever: Kerwin

October 13, 2011

The pension crisis and the coming challenge of home care are among many reasons union…

Delegates pay moving tribute to Layton, Wagg, Riche

October 13, 2011

CURC officers and delegates paid moving tributes to Jack Layton, former CURC President Larry Wagg…

Open Letter to the Prime Minister: Stop “Evergreening” to Accelerate Access to Non-Patented Drugs

October 1, 2004

Dear First Ministers: RE: Stop “Evergreening” to Accelerate Access to Non-Patented Drugs While the recently…