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Sylvain Le May – Winner of the 2022 Carol McGregor CLC Disability Rights Award

December 2, 2022

December 3 is the International Day of Persons with Disabilities—which aims to promote awareness and…

It’s time to end gender-based violence at work

December 2, 2022

A call centre worker receives a torrent of verbal abuse while helping a customer. A…

Canada’s unions applaud the introduction of federal paid sick leave

December 1, 2022

Bruske: Thousands of workers in federally-regulated workplaces will benefit; now we need paid sick leave…

On November 25th – Canada’s unions are raising awareness on Gender-Based Violence at Work

November 25, 2022

Every day in Canada women, two-spirit, trans, non-binary and gender nonconforming workers face life-threatening violence…

Unions welcome new protections for workers’ pensions

November 23, 2022

Bruske: Senate must now act quickly to pass Bill C-228 and safeguard the hard-earned pensions…

Canada’s unions on COP27: Some wins, but we have our work cut out for us

November 21, 2022

The COP27 negotiations in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, delivered some important wins but highlighted that, more…

Bank of Canada’s continuous rate hike is not slowing down inflation

November 17, 2022

Bruske: It’s time to address the true causes of current inflation, protect Canadians against its…

Trans workers disproportionately impacted by harassment, violence at work

November 13, 2022

Canada’s unions are calling attention to the alarming results from the recent national survey on…

Statement from Larry Rousseau: Meaningful investments and a seat at the table for workers essential for decarbonization

November 5, 2022

Larry Rousseau, Executive Vice-President of the Canadian Labour Congress, released this statement ahead of COP27:…

Statement by Bea Bruske: Ford’s use of notwithstanding clause is a full-on violation of workers’ rights

November 3, 2022

Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, released the following statement in solidarity with…

Fall economic statement: Canada’s unions welcome new investments

November 3, 2022

Bruske: We are happy to finally see this government move toward a more sustainable future.…

Canadian Labour Congress President Bea Bruske available to speak on fall economic update

November 2, 2022

OTTAWA––Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, is available to talk about what the…

Statement by Bea Bruske: Canada’s unions stand in solidarity with CUPE Ontario education workers in the face of Ford’s legislative attacks

November 1, 2022

Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, released the following statement in support of…

Bank of Canada determined to push the economy into a recession, no matter the impact on Canadians

October 25, 2022

Bruske: Workers cannot keep paying the price the Bank of Canada is imposing. A recession would…

New report urges rate hike pause to save workers’ jobs

October 19, 2022

Economic report from Canadian Labour Congress and the Centre for Future Work proposes alternatives to…

Workers push back, demand decent work from decision-makers

October 7, 2022

As the global community marks World Day for Decent Work, workers around the world are…

Political leaders must work together and fast-track Bill C-22 on Disability Benefits

October 3, 2022

Canada’s unions are urging MPs from all parties to come together in support of Bill…

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation: A day for meaningful action and solidarity

September 30, 2022

Canada’s unions are calling on the federal government to mark the National Day for Truth…

Grocery greedflation leaves families paying more for food

September 28, 2022

Bruske: Corporate concentration drives up food prices as a few companies occupy an outsized market…

Statement by Bea Bruske: We must work to avoid a recession that would put many working families at risk

September 23, 2022

Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, released the following statement after meeting between…

To achieve gender equality, Canada’s decision makers must prioritize investments in care

September 22, 2022

Canada’s unions are marking Gender Equality Week by calling on the federal government to reduce…

Parliament must act urgently to make sure workers aren’t left behind

September 21, 2022

Bruske: MPs must extend temporary help to unemployed workers and act swiftly to permanently fix…

Politicians must put aside the rhetoric and fix the affordability crisis

September 20, 2022

Bruske: MPs must work together to help families in need and clamp down on corporate…

Equal pay for work of equal value: it’s long past the time for employers and governments to get it right on pay equity

September 18, 2022

Canada’s unions are calling on governments around the world, at all levels, to take urgent…

Labour 20 recommendations to G20 Labour and Employment Ministers

September 14, 2022

In advance of a meeting of the G20 Labour and Employment Ministers held in Bali,…

Canada’s unions welcome inflation relief

September 13, 2022

Bruske: Liberal and New Democrat cooperation will help families weather this affordability crisis OTTAWA ––…

Poilievre and the Conservatives can’t be trusted to stand up for workers

September 11, 2022

Bruske: Poilievre loud on rhetoric, but silent on his real agenda OTTAWA––With his lengthy anti-worker…

Rising interest rates mean families suffer another hit in the pocketbook

September 7, 2022

Bruske: With Parliament set to return, decision makers must put Main Street, not Bay Street,…

A path to the middle class for millions of workers

September 6, 2022

By Bea Bruske, as published in The Province If you appreciate having weekends, a forty-hour…

Unions pave path to the middle class for millions of Canadians

September 5, 2022

Bruske: Growing momentum for workers to demand better OTTAWA–Canada’s unions are marking Labour Day by…

Labour Day: Worker power is key to a stronger middle class

August 31, 2022

(TORONTO) Canada’s unions are encouraging workers to reclaim their power and stand up to employers…

Despite slowing inflation, prices still rising faster than wages

August 16, 2022

Bruske: Government should tax corporate profiteers to pay for extending expiring EI measures OTTAWA––Improving inflation…

Progress towards a world of work free of violence and harassment

August 11, 2022

Bruske: Now we must turn to the hard work of implementing this landmark international agreement…

Bruske to PM: Work with premiers to fix Canada’s crumbling care system

August 10, 2022

As families face shuttered emergency rooms, governments must act now so people can get the…

Bank of Canada governor should stay in his lane and not undermine collective bargaining

August 2, 2022

It isn’t the 1970s; evidence does not point to a wage-price spiral. So why is…

Governments must help families facing economic precipice

July 28, 2022

Bruske: Mounting evidence of low-income families at grave risk from inflation crisis must be wake-up…

Canada’s unions welcome today’s B.C. court’s decision in Cambie case

July 15, 2022

Bruske: Now is the time to strengthen our public health care system OTTAWA –Canada’s unions…

Canada’s unions welcome Premiers’ call for more federal health investment – but demand greater accountability

July 12, 2022

VICTORIA––Canada’s unions welcomed the Council of the Federation’s call for increased federal health transfers but…

Canada’s unions to engage Premiers at the Council of the Federation on strengthening public health care

July 7, 2022

OTTAWA––Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, will be available to talk about next…

Bea Bruske: John Horgan is a true friend to working people

June 28, 2022

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

Bea Bruske: Canada’s unions express solidarity and demand action on reproductive rights

June 24, 2022

OTTAWA–– Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, released the following statement: “Today, the…

Indigenous Peoples Day 2022: Honouring Indigenous cultures on June 21 and beyond

June 21, 2022

Canada’s unions are marking Indigenous Peoples Day by standing in support and solidarity with First…

Canada’s unions: Urgent action needed to help families through the inflation crisis

June 16, 2022

OTTAWA – Day-to-day prices on essentials are surging, interest rates soaring and rents are reaching…

June 16 is International Domestic Workers’ Day

June 16, 2022

Canada’s unions are marking International Domestic Workers’ Day by calling on the federal government to…

Canada’s unions welcome cross-party collaboration on the Pension Protection Act – Bill C-228

June 14, 2022

OTTAWA – Canada’s unions welcome the cross-party collaboration of New Democrat, Bloc and Conservative MPs,…

Canada’s unions celebrate B.C. card check law to empower workers

June 3, 2022

Bruske: It’s about fairness. Premier Horgan’s government enacts critical law to support working people VICTORIA,…

Canada’s unions welcome disability benefit bill

June 2, 2022

Bruske: Now let’s get this bill passed quickly – and help end disability poverty OTTAWA…

Together, let’s move #ForwardWithPride!

May 30, 2022

In Canada and around the world, 2SLGBTQI people are facing a rising tide of hatred,…

Canada’s unions call for fast-tracking of Canada Disability Benefit

May 28, 2022

Canada’s unions are marking National AccessAbility Week (NAAW) by calling on the federal government to…

Canadians can’t afford for-profit long-term care

May 19, 2022

Bruske: It’s time to get the profit out of care OTTAWA –– A new report…

IDAHOTB: Canada’s unions call for an end to violence and harassment

May 17, 2022

Canada’s unions are marking the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia (IDAHOTB) by calling…

Conservatives refuse to talk lagging wages instead push low-wage austerity agenda

May 16, 2022

Bruske: As wages lag far behind inflation, Conservative leadership candidates ignore struggling workers. OTTAWA –…

Bruske to German Chancellor and the G7: Turn from ambition to action on climate and just transition

May 11, 2022

Bruske: We must not trade good jobs for low-quality, precarious work as we accelerate progress…

Honour Westray. Enforce the law.

May 9, 2022

May 9, 2022 marks the 30th anniversary of the Westray mine explosion that killed 26…

Turn minimum wages into living wages and index to inflation

May 6, 2022

Bruske: StatCan numbers show markets aren’t delivering fair wages – governments must take action OTTAWA…

Canada’s unions: Protect our public institutions

May 3, 2022

Canada’s unions are asking the Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry to ensure no other…

Workers welcome wins in budget bill

May 2, 2022

Bruske: Canada’s unions welcome progress on key issues, but there’s more work to do on…

Celebrate May Day the best way possible: organize!

May 1, 2022

Canada’s unions are marking May Day by standing in solidarity with workers around the world,…

Asian Heritage Month: Canada must do more to eliminate anti-Asian racism

April 30, 2022

As Canada prepares to mark Asian Heritage Month in May, anti-Asian racism and xenophobia have…

Canada’s unions celebrate end to discriminatory blood donation policy

April 28, 2022

Bruske: Long-awaited victory for 2SLGBTQI advocates OTTAWA –– After waiting three decades, Canada’s unions welcome…

Work shouldn’t hurt: workplace health and safety rights should be fundamental

April 28, 2022

Canada’s unions are calling on the federal government to take swift action on workplace health…

Building a low-wage economy with stomach-churning greed

April 26, 2022

Bruske: Minimum wage employees being replaced by offshore workers making $3.75 an hour will hurt workers…

Helping families facing affordability squeeze must be MPs’ job one

April 25, 2022

Bruske: As Parliament returns, Canada’s unions urge MPs to back workers and reject the push…

Making Global Supply Chains Safe for Workers: Nine Years after the Rana Plaza Collapse

April 24, 2022

April 24th marks the anniversary of one of the world’s worst and avoidable industrial accidents. Rana…

Government must not break their promise and leave Canadians paying sky-high drug costs

April 14, 2022

Canada’s unions are troubled about the government’s decision late today, to reverse course on changes…

Rising interest rates and record inflation creating perfect storm of unaffordability

April 13, 2022

Bruske: With the cost of everything – even debt – rising fast, we must fight…

Labour 7 statement to the G7 Leaders’ Summit 2022

April 12, 2022

The 2022 Labour 7 summit “Shaping the Global Common Good” will take place in Berlin…

Budget 2022: Progress on building a new and better normal

April 7, 2022

Bruske: Federal budget shows that when parties work together, everyday people benefit OTTAWA – Canada’s…

BC government move to card check certification a win for workers

April 6, 2022

Canada’s unions welcome today’s move by the BC government to return to automatic certification in…

Canada at an Economic Crossroads: A Better Normal or Settling for Worse?

April 6, 2022

By Bea Bruske, as published in National Newswatch With the federal budget just a day…

Top 10 things unions and working people are looking for in Budget 2022

April 4, 2022

OTTAWA – Canada’s unions are calling on the federal government to focus on the…

Canadian Labour Congress’ President Bea Bruske available to react to Budget 2022

March 31, 2022

OTTAWA – Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, will be available to talk…

Hope and optimism shines through the grey fog of Ottawa politics

March 30, 2022

By Bea Bruske, as published in The Hill Times We saw a refreshing ray of…

National survey reports widespread harassment and violence in workplaces

March 30, 2022

Today the CLC and its research partners are releasing the initial findings of a national…

Canada’s unions welcome long-delayed Ontario child care deal

March 28, 2022

Bruske: As struggling parents heave a sigh of a relief, now we must make sure…

Canada’s unions welcome new health funding – now make it permanent

March 25, 2022

OTTAWA – Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, made the following statement today…

Canada’s unions welcome landmark agreement between Liberals and New Democrats on a progressive agenda for Canada

March 22, 2022

OTTAWA – Canada’s unions celebrate today’s historic agreement between the Government and the NDP and…

Canada’s unions stand with Teamsters union and demand negotiations be allowed to continue

March 21, 2022

OTTAWA – Canada’s unions stand in solidarity with the Teamsters Canada Rail Conference (TCRC) and…

IDERD: Fighting racism means looking back as well as looking forward

March 21, 2022

As we mark the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, Canada’s unions are…

Canada’s unions: victory laps premature when it comes to jobs numbers

March 11, 2022

Bruske: Wages rising at less than the cost-of-living while workers in some sectors are being…

Canadian Labour Congress’ President Bea Bruske available to react to labour force data

March 10, 2022

OTTAWA –Canada’s unions will be reacting to labour force data to be released by Statistics…

IWD 2022: Gender equality depends on a healthy care economy

March 7, 2022

Canada’s unions are marking International Women’s Day 2022 by highlighting the critical importance of care…

Canada’s unions stand in solidarity with Ukraine and condemn unprovoked Russian aggression

February 24, 2022

OTTAWA–– Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, released the following statement: “The world…

Every worker deserves ten days paid sick leave

February 24, 2022

Bruske: Canada’s unions urge the federal government to work with the premiers to protect our…

Canada’s unions stand with those who stand against hate

February 15, 2022

Communities show how to build solidarity so we can move forward together Bea Bruske, President…

Joint statement from Canada’s unions on the Ottawa occupation

February 9, 2022

Canada’s unions have fought for generations for the right to protest. This is a cornerstone…

Statement by Bea Bruske: Respecting rights is a two-way street

February 2, 2022

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

Welcome progress in first 100 days – but much work to do in next 100 weeks

February 2, 2022

Bruske: Government and parliament must roll up their sleeves and get down to work OTTAWA––As…

Health investments must be tied to stronger public health care

February 1, 2022

Bruske: Increased health transfers must improve public health – not become tax giveaways to people…

Concrete action needed to address anti-Black racism and discrimination

February 1, 2022

Canada’s unions are marking Black History Month by calling for long-term, concrete government action to…

Federal government must increase efforts to end Islamophobia in Canada

January 28, 2022

On this first ever National Day of Remembrance of the Quebec City Mosque Attack and…

Parliament must work with urgency on helping families

January 27, 2022

Bea Bruske: With care systems at a crisis point, runaway costs and a broken social…

Ford punishing Ontario parents

January 24, 2022

Bea Bruske: Ford government must stop playing politics and sign child care deal OTTAWA –…

Statement from Bea Bruske on the death of Alexa McDonough

January 15, 2022

Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, released the following statement today: “It was…

Resilience, Determination and Ambition in 2022

January 12, 2022

By Bea Bruske I think almost everyone can agree 2021 was a rough year. The…

Workers and their families need help now

December 22, 2021

More needed to help Canadians amid devastating Omicron wave Bea Bruske, president of the Canadian…

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July 12, 2021

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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…

Ed Broadbent sur les syndicats et les inégalités

November 22, 2013

Par Ed Broadbent Note du rédacteur : Le texte qui suit est la traduction d’un…

Le plus important congrès dans l’histoire de l’ASRC

November 5, 2013

L’Association des syndicalistes à la retraite du Canada a marqué son 20e anniversaire en organisant…

CURC holds largest ever convention

November 5, 2013

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

Les syndicalistes à la retraite se réunissent en préparation aux prochaines élections fédérales

October 18, 2013

À l’occasion de la onzième Assemblée statutaire de l’Association des syndicalistes à la retraite du…

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…

Une formule novatrice permet à tous de participer au débat

October 14, 2011

C’est une formule qui n’a pas souvent été mise à l’essai dans le mouvement syndical,…

L’ASRC adopte des résolutions qui traitent de certaines préoccupations des retraités

October 14, 2011

Des résolutions adoptées dans le cadre du 10e congrès constitutionnel de l’ASRC ont abordé un large…

Lorsqu’une entreprise déclare faillite, ce sont souvent les travailleurs qui en paient le gros prix

October 14, 2011

Trois conférenciers différents ont présenté deux approches à la perte de prestations de retraite et…

CURC commits to continuing pension fight

October 14, 2011

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

CURC resolutions address retiree concerns

October 14, 2011

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

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…

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…

Les conservateurs choisissent de financer les réductions d’impôts des entreprises sur le dos des aînés vivant sous le seuil de la pauvreté

October 13, 2011

Un montant équivalant à 10 % des réductions d’impôts consenties aux entreprises annoncées par le gouvernement…

Buchanan présente un plan détaillé pour les conseils régionaux

October 13, 2011

La force et la pertinence de l’ASRC se manifestent à l’échelle locale et c’est à…

L’ASRC s’engage à continuer de se battre pour les pensions

October 13, 2011

L’ASRC continuera de se battre pour assurer des pensions équitables à tous les Canadiens, conformément…

« Le CTC n’abandonnera pas la lutte pour de meilleures pensions » – Yussuff

October 13, 2011

Le Congrès du travail du Canada sollicite l’aide de l’ASRC pour remporter la lutte pour…

Selon Pat Kerwin, le Canada a besoin de syndicalistes retraités actifs plus que jamais

October 13, 2011

La crise des pensions et le nouveau défi des soins à domicile figurent parmi les…

Les délégués rendent de vibrants hommages à Layton, Wagg et Riche

October 13, 2011

Les dirigeants et les délégués de l’ASRC ont rendu de vibrants hommages à Jack Layton,…

Le groupe d’experts sur les soins à domicile fait valoir l’importance de lutter pour un système public

October 13, 2011

Le maintien à domicile est un des facteurs les plus importants pour assurer la qualité…

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…

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…

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…

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…