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Day of Mourning: Workers demand action on invisible injuries and hazards

April 25, 2025
Every year on April 28, Canada marks the National Day of Mourning, a day to…
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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…
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NBFL calls for worker-focused committee as provinces move to remove trade barriers

April 22, 2025
Given the recent announcement from the premiers of Ontario, New Brunswick, and Nova Scotia announcement…
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New Brunswick Day of Mourning Events

April 16, 2025
Bathurst & District Labour CouncilBathurst Day of Mourning Monument @ Heritage Museum360 Douglas Ave, Bathurst,…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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.…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Intimate Partner Violence Needs to be Recognized as an Epidemic with appropriate supports

March 6, 2025
Intimate Partner Violence Needs to be Recognized as an Epidemic with appropriate supports For Immediate…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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,…
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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…
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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: …
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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First Vice-President steps into NBFL Presidency until May 2025 convention

January 9, 2025
On December 26, 2024 the labour movement lost one of its greatest champions. Daniel “Danny”…
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NBFL Remembers and Celebrates Daniel Legere’s Life and Legacy

December 29, 2024
With profound sadness, the New Brunswick Federation of Labour announces the passing of our esteemed…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Dec. 6: It’s time for New Brunswick to declare Intimate Partner Violence an Epidemic

December 5, 2024
On this National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, the New Brunswick…
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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,…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Statement from the New Brunswick Federation of Labour for National Unemployment Week

October 11, 2024
As we observe National Unemployment Week, the New Brunswick Federation of Labour (NBFL) reaffirms our…
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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…
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A Better Deal for Workers: How Decent Work Can Build a Better Future for Workers 

October 4, 2024
Statement by Bea Bruske on World Day of Decent Work.  On this World Day for…
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Protecting Canadian workers: CLC welcomes tariffs on Chinese imports

October 1, 2024
Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress Canada’s unions are pleased with…
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True reconciliation requires meaningful action, not just symbolic gestures

September 30, 2024
On this National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Canada’s unions continue to urge the federal…
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Gender Equality Week 2024: Women deserve a better deal

September 23, 2024
Canada’s unions are calling on federal leaders to seize the moment this gender equality week…
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CANADA’S UNIONS CALL ON MPs TO PRIORITIZE WORKERS IN UPCOMING PARLIAMENTARY SESSION

September 16, 2024
OTTAWA––The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) is urging the federal government to make workers a top…
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Labour Day Op Ed: It’s Time for a Better Deal for Workers

September 5, 2024
Canada is at a crossroads. We can continue down a path where workers grapple with…
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Statement on the conclusion of the Confidence and Supply Agreement

September 4, 2024
The President of the Canadian Labour Congress, Bea Bruske, issued the following statement in reaction…
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On Labour Day, Canada’s unions launch national campaign demanding a better deal for all workers

September 2, 2024
OTTAWA – This Labour Day, Canada’s unions are launching “Workers Together: For a better deal,”…
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Labour Day: Unions celebrate historic wins and focus on workers’ agenda for upcoming election

August 30, 2024
This Labour Day, unions in New Brunswick are celebrating some historic wins. We’ve made significant…
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Daniel Legere 2024 Recipient of Owen MacLennan Trade Unionist of the Year Award

August 29, 2024
Daniel Legere is recognized by the New Brunswick Federation of Labour (NBFL), in collaboration with…
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Pro-worker momentum at the DNC spells trouble for Poilievre as well as Trump 

August 22, 2024
By Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress as published in National Newswatch  Donald…
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NB Labour Day Events

August 22, 2024
Edmundston District Labour CouncilMonday September 210 a.m. to 3 p.m.Amusement Center Saint Basile -293, Principale…
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Low Wage Workers Deserve Better

July 24, 2024
Today, the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives Nova Scotia Office released a report called “Atlantic…
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Federation Presidents Met in Halifax

July 19, 2024
The Canadian Provincial and Territories Federations of Labour of Presidents met in Halifax during the…
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NBFL joins in calling for a Public Inquiry into Travel Nursing Contracts

July 8, 2024
The New Brunswick Federation of Labour joins its voice to other organizations calling for a…
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Protecting Canada’s EV Opportunities 

June 24, 2024
Ottawa, ON – Leveraging the power of Canada’s skilled workforce with the right decisions, we…
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Labour celebrating historic wins – but the fight is not over

June 21, 2024
Bruske: This parliamentary session was a historic triumph for the labour movement – but we…
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Canada’s unions: workers have waited long enough to pass Bill C-64, An Act Respecting Pharmacare

June 18, 2024
Bruske: The Senate must pass the bill without amendments or further delays. OTTAWA- Pharmacare is…
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Global union leaders affirm support for Palestinian trade unions and the Palestinian people

June 11, 2024
This week the leaders of seven Global Union Federations (GUFs) and the International Trade Union…
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One step closer to universal pharmacare for Canadians

June 4, 2024
Ottawa, ON – Canada is closer than ever to achieving a universal public drug plan.…
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Pride 2024: No one left behind: Equality, freedom, and justice for all

June 1, 2024
For Pride 2024, Canada’s unions stand firm under the banner of “No One Left Behind:…
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On Injured Workers Day, Canada’s unions say: safe work now!

May 31, 2024
June 1st is Injured Workers Day. Far too many workers continue to be injured on…
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Calling on NB MLAs to follow leadership of Federal MPs and unanimously adopt anti-scab legislation

May 31, 2024
New Brunswick Federation of Labour (NBFL) congratulates the NB Green Party for brining forward anti-scab…
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National AccessAbility Week: Income Security Critical to Accessibility

May 29, 2024
Canada’s unions mark National AccessAbility Week by calling on the federal government to support people…
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Unanimous support from MPs for anti-scab legislation – now over to senators

May 28, 2024
Bruske: My message to the Senators is clear: Pass Bill C-58 without further delays. The…
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Reduce interest rates and offer relief to Canadian families – ball is in your court, Governor Macklem

May 21, 2024
OTTAWA – Despite a slowdown in inflation and the Bank of Canada achieving its target…
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20 years after its passing, Canada’s unions demand enforcement of the Westray Law 

May 9, 2024
On May 9th, 1992, 26 workers at the Westray mine in Pictou County, Nova Scotia…
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Unified labour front: Nova Scotia Teachers’ Union joins Canadian Labour Congress

May 8, 2024
OTTAWA –The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) is pleased to announce the official affiliation of the…
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Cut interest rates to provide relief to families

May 2, 2024
OTTAWA––Cutting interest rates to provide relief to workers and families is urgently needed in the…
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NEW POLL: CANADIANS BACK UNIONS TO DELIVER WORKER PROTECTIONS, FAIRER WAGES

May 1, 2024
OTTAWA––New poll reveals most Canadians agree that unions deliver better jobs, fairer working conditions and…
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NBFL’s Statement for May Day

April 29, 2024
On May 1st, the New Brunswick Federation of Labour (NBFL) joins unions across Canada and…
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Canada’s unions call for ‘Safe work now!’

April 26, 2024
As workers across the country prepare to mark the National Day of Mourning on April…
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2024 Day of Mourning: Safe Work Now!

April 25, 2024
As part of The National Day of Mourning, marked annually across Canada on April 28,…
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11 years after the Rana Plaza factory collapse, Canada’s unions honour victims and continue demands to improve conditions for workers

April 23, 2024
April 24, 2024, marks 11 years since the collapse of the Rana Plaza garment factory…
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Earth Day 2024: Canada’s move to net-zero must have workers at its core

April 22, 2024
Canada’s unions were happy to see the Sustainable Jobs Act recently pass third reading in…
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NBFL Calls for Improved Protections of Workers Rights on the anniversary of the Canadian Chater of Rights and Freedoms

April 19, 2024
This week marks the 42nd anniversary of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, a…
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Canada’s unions are united: Want our votes? Enhance our rights!

April 18, 2024
OTTAWA – Canadian Labour Congress President Bea Bruske was joined by workers’ representatives from across…
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Touchdown! CFLPA joins Canadian Labour Congress

April 18, 2024
OTTAWA – The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) celebrates today’s affiliation of the Canadian Football League…
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Labour reps discuss election strategy and union momentum

April 17, 2024
OTTAWA–– The Canadian Labour Congress will convene representatives of millions of workers from across Canada…
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Bolder action needed to make life more affordable and tackle corporate greed

April 16, 2024
While Canada’s unions welcome tax fairness measures, investments in housing and the new National School…
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Sustainable Jobs Act passes in House of Commons

April 15, 2024
Canada’s unions are celebrating the passage of the Sustainable Jobs Act, Bill C-50, through the…
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BUDGET 2024 MUST INVEST IN AFFORDABILITY, REJECT AUSTERITY

April 4, 2024
OTTAWA––Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, is available for comment on what workers…
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Reject corporate gaslighting and deliver help for people in Budget 2024

March 25, 2024
By Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress as published in iPolitics We hear…
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Day of Mourning Ceremonies

March 25, 2024
Bathurst & District Labour CouncilSunday April 28 at 11:00 a.m.Day of Mourning Monument near Sacred…
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Canada must address systemic racism and discrimination in the workforce

March 21, 2024
As we mark the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination on March 21,…
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Premier Kinew aims to strengthen Manitoba with card check law and anti-scab legislation – now blocked by opposition Tories

March 18, 2024
WINNIPEG – Political games aside, today is a landmark day for workers in Manitoba. Canada’s…
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CLC President Bruske to all levels of government: Show you stand with workers and implement anti-scab legislation now

March 14, 2024
OTTAWA – To protect workers and restore fairness at the bargaining table, we need strong…
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Canada can deliver gender justice for women by improving care

March 8, 2024
Canada’s unions are marking International Women’s Day by calling on the federal government to better…
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Union Women are Rising Up for Gender Justice!

March 7, 2024
This year on International Women’s Day, the New Brunswick Federation of Labour (NBFL) is highlighting…
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Pink Shirt Day: 2SLGBTQI+ kids should be free to be themselves

February 28, 2024
Canada’s unions are marking Pink Shirt Day 2024 by calling on all governments to support…
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Statement from Bea Bruske: Banning scab labour is about protecting workers’ rights

February 27, 2024
Ottawa – The labour movement gets to celebrate another victory today with the vote on…
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Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress on the news about NDP/Liberal negotiations on pharmacare:

February 23, 2024
“This is a BIG deal. We are very encouraged by the news that the Liberals…
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Statement by Bea Bruske: Conservatives stand against workers

February 7, 2024
OTTAWA—Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, released the following statement: Canadians are witnessing…
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Letter to the Ministers of Justice and Public Safety

February 2, 2024
Hon. Hugh Alexander FlemmingMinister and Attorney GeneralDepartment of JusticeSent via email: hugh.flemming@gnb.ca Hon. Kris AustinMinister…
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Letter to the Minister of Post-Secondary Education, Training and Labour

February 2, 2024
(letter was subsequently forwarded to Greg Turner, the incoming Minister) Hon. Arlene DunnMinister, Department of…
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Statement by Bea Bruske: Canada’s unions are calling out Alberta Premier’s attempt to use trans and gender-diverse children, youth and adults to score political points

February 1, 2024
“Premier Smith recently announced sweeping policy proposals that would undermine the inclusion, well-being and safety…
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BHM: Canada’s unions honour the past to help shape the future

February 1, 2024
This Black History Month, Canada’s unions are celebrating the history and legacy of Black community…
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Canada’s unions urge MPs to address workers as we head into a new year

January 29, 2024
Bruske: Workers are calling on MPs for relief from the relentless cost-of-living crisis OTTAWA––As MPs…
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Canada’s unions mark January 29 with a call to action

January 29, 2024
Canada’s unions demand immediate action from the federal government to put an end to the…
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Canada’s unions support Argentinian national strike

January 24, 2024
The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC), which represents 3 million workers across Canada, together with the…
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While governments talk, patients face endless waits and health workers are burning out

January 18, 2024
OTTAWA – A triple-demic of flu, RSV and COVID has left patients facing some of…
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Workers to MPs: Either stand with us or the rich business lobby

January 17, 2024
By Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress as published in iPolitics Conservative leader…
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CLC Executive Committee reiterates its support for ITUC’s call for an immediate ceasefire in Gaza

January 16, 2024
At its meeting in Ottawa last week, the executive committee of the Canadian Labour Congress…
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Canada’s unions mourn the passing of Ed Broadbent

January 11, 2024
Bruske: “Ed made this a better country for its working people. We’ll honour his memory…
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Blair Doucet Youth Summit

January 11, 2024
The NBFL is excited to announce that it will be hosting its first Youth Summit…
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Canada’s unions: Migrant workers in Canada deserve equal rights, protections

December 18, 2023
Canada’s unions are marking International Migrants Day by calling for greater protections and improved conditions…
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Statement from Bea Bruske: Poilievre’s Conservatives blocking priority bills for workers

December 14, 2023
OTTAWA––Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, released the following statement: “Canada’s unions are…
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Happy Holidays!

December 13, 2023
Dear Sisters, Dear Brothers, As we wind down this year for the holiday season, I…
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NBFL calls for the Minister of Labour’s Resignation

December 11, 2023
On Friday December 8, the New Brunswick Federation of Labour sent a letter to the…
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December 6 : Let’s End Gender-Based Violence!

December 4, 2023
On December 6, National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, the labour…
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Joint Statement from Atlantic Federation of Labour on the Election of Mary Shortall as NDP President

October 19, 2023
The Atlantic Federations of Labour are thrilled with Mary Shortall’s election as President of the…
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Labour Day 2023: Unions lift everyone up

August 31, 2023
As communities across the country mark Labour Day by celebrating workers and their contributions, unions…
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George Leaman 2023 Recipient of Owen MacLennan Trade Unionist of the Year Award

August 30, 2023
George Leaman is recognized by the New Brunswick Federation of Labour (NBFL), in collaboration with…
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NB Labour Day Events

August 24, 2023
Bathurst & District Labour CouncilCoronation Park Munroe Street Bathurst, NBSeptember 4, 2023, Parade starts at…
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Labour leaders support BC dock workers’ job action

July 12, 2023
Dear Prime Minister Trudeau: We are writing on behalf of the millions of workers we…
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NBFL President speaking up for New Brunswick workers at premiers’ meeting

July 12, 2023
Winnipeg — Workers and families are looking to Canada’s premiers to work with the labour…
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Summer Camp – Application Deadline Extended

June 2, 2023
The deadline to apply to attend the NBFL Blair Doucet Youth Summer Camp is extended…
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NBFL to hold it’s 55th Convention at the Delta hotel in Saint John from Sunday May 28 to Wednesday May 31, 2023

May 24, 2023
The New Brunswick Federation of Labour (NBFL) will hold its 55th convention at the Delta…
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2023 Day of Mourning: Empowering Workers to Uphold Their Rights

April 25, 2023
Each year, on April 28th, workers and their families come together, on the Day of…
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Union Women Advancing Women’s Equality and Gender Justice

March 7, 2023
This year on International Women’s Day, the New Brunswick Federation of Labour wants to take…
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Health Care Crisis: The Time to Act is NOW!

January 19, 2023
Here is the New Brunswick Health Care Coalition’s Proposals to Government on the future of…
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2023 New Year’s Message

December 29, 2022
On behalf of the New Brunswick Federation of Labour (NBFL), and its 40,000 affiliated members,…
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Happy Holidays

December 9, 2022
Dear Sisters, Dear Brothers, During this holiday season, I would like to take this opportunity…
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National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women: High Rates of Third-party Violence in the Workplace

December 2, 2022
The labour movement wants to draw attention, on December 6, the National Day of Remembrance…
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NBFL Denounces Proposed Changes to Industrial Relations Act

November 28, 2022
The New Brunswick Federation of Labour (NBFL) denounces the changes introduced by Labour Minister Trevor…
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NBFL stands in solidarity with CUPE education workers in Ontario: Ontario government’s legislation is an attack on all workers

November 4, 2022
The New Brunswick Federation of Labour (NBFL) stands in solidarity with the 55,000 CUPE Ontario…
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Submission on Review of Minimum Wage in New Brunswick

October 27, 2022
Here is the brief submitted by the New Brunswick Federation of Labour to the Department…
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Joint Open Letter to the Prime Minister of Canada, the Right Honorable Justin Trudeau

September 21, 2022
From: Federations of labour in the Maritime/Atlantic Region. Subject: Do not revert to the old…
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Changes to Employment Insurance will be a Blow to Workers

September 6, 2022
The New Brunswick Federation of Labour (NBFL) is concerned about the changes to Employment Insurance…
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George Nickerson Third Recipient of Owen MacLennan Trade Unionist of the Year Award

September 1, 2022
George Nickerson is recognized by the New Brunswick Federation of Labour (NBFL), in collaboration with…
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Labour Day: Unions make a difference in workers’ lives

August 31, 2022
Unions improve the working conditions for their members. They also work on behalf of all…
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Labour Day Events

August 12, 2022
Bathurst: September 5. Parade starts at 1:00 p.m. BBQ and speeches to follow. Coronation Park…
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International Workers’ Day: Workers Need Proper Supports

April 29, 2022
Every year, on May 1st, workers around the world honour and are inspired by the…
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2022 Day of Mourning: 3rd Anniversary of Start of Pandemic and 30th Anniversary of Westray Mine Disaster

April 25, 2022
This year April 28th marks the third Day of Mourning since the start of the…
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2022 Day of Mourning Events

April 12, 2022
Bathurst & District Labour CouncilApril 28th at 12:15 p.m.Near Sacred Heart Cathedral, Douglas Avenue BathurstContact:…
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2022 Blair Doucet Youth Summer Camp Cancelled due to Ongoing Covid-19 Pandemic

March 28, 2022
The New Brunswick Federation of Labour (NBFL) has decided to cancel the 2022 edition of…
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Provincial Budget: Missed Opportunity to Adequately Invest in New Brunswickers

March 23, 2022
The New Brunswick Federation of Labour is calling the 2022-2023 New Brunswick Budget a missed…
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‘Conservative premiers will bring in American-style health care if we don’t stop them,’ say Canada’s Federations of Labour

March 16, 2022
The presidents of provincial labour federations are putting pressure on the federal government to step…
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Letter to Prime Minister Trudeau: Increasing Investment in Public Health Care

March 11, 2022
Dear Prime Minister Trudeau, I am writing to call on your government to address the…
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NBFL’s Message for IWD: Caregiving is Foundation of our Economy

March 7, 2022
This year on International Women’s Day, the New Brunswick Federation of Labour wants to take…
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Submission to New Brunswick pre-budget consultation

February 28, 2022
Here is the brief submitted by the New Brunswick Federation of Labour to the Department of…
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Statement by the NBFL on the Ottawa Occupation

February 11, 2022
Unions have fought for generations for the right to protest. This is a cornerstone of…
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