Montreal STM Strike: More Than Just Money
Discover why Montreal's public transit workers have been on strike for nearly a month, fighting for more than just wages in a struggle that's paralyzing the city's commute.
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Unions Condemn Federal Bargaining Rule Changes
Canada's largest labour organizations are condemning the federal government's proposed changes to collective bargaining rules, warning they undermine workers' rights and tilt the balance in favour of employers.
Windsor Healthcare Hiring Blitz Amid US Competition
Henry Ford Health launches major Windsor recruitment drive as Canadian healthcare workers face tempting offers from US hospitals. Learn how the border healthcare war is impacting local medical services.
Alberta Drug Crisis Pushes Healthcare Workers to Brink
A new report exposes the devastating toll Alberta's escalating drug crisis is taking on frontline healthcare workers, with rising violence and burnout threatening to collapse the system.
Angelina Jolie Visits Frontline Ukrainian City Kherson
Oscar-winning actress and humanitarian Angelina Jolie visited the frontline city of Kherson, witnessing firsthand the devastating impact of Russia's invasion and meeting with resilient Ukrainian families.
Canada Targets U.S. H-1B Visa Holders in Talent Grab
Canada unveils groundbreaking immigration streams targeting skilled tech workers and researchers facing uncertainty in the United States, positioning itself as a global talent destination.
Alberta Nurses Vote Overwhelmingly for Strike Action
Alberta's nursing professionals have delivered a powerful mandate for strike action, with 95% voting in favor amid critical staffing shortages and workplace safety concerns.
Ironworkers protest unqualified workers at fire hall site
Windsor-Essex ironworkers protest what they call 'dangerous' use of unqualified workers on critical public safety infrastructure project, demanding immediate action.
Canada cuts student visas, boosts economic immigration
Canada's new immigration strategy dramatically reduces international student visas while fast-tracking skilled workers and permanent residents to address housing and healthcare pressures.
STM Maintenance Workers Strike, Disrupting Montreal Night Transit
Montreal's public transit system faces overnight service disruptions as STM maintenance workers launch unlimited strike, affecting metro and bus operations during night hours.
Trump Wants Filibuster Gone Amid Record Government Shutdown
As the U.S. government shutdown becomes the longest in history, President Trump calls for ending Senate filibuster rules while Democrats refuse border wall funding. The political stalemate leaves 800,000 federal workers without pay.
Ontario College Staff End 5-Week Strike With New Contract
After 37 days on picket lines, 20,000 Ontario college support workers ratify transformative new contract featuring unprecedented wage increases and job security protections.
Canada Post Workers Face Holiday Season Pressures
As holiday shipping volumes surge, Canada Post employees confront mounting pressures from back-to-work legislation and challenging working conditions during their busiest season.
Alberta First Responders Denied PTSD Care: Crisis Exposed
Alberta's frontline heroes are fighting a hidden battle as PTSD claims face systemic delays and denials, leaving families in crisis and advocates demanding urgent reform.
Ontario college support staff ratify new deal, ending strike
After a tense 5-week strike that disrupted Ontario's college system, support staff have overwhelmingly approved a new collective agreement, bringing stability back to campuses across the province.
Vancouver Island team preps 5th Ukraine aid mission
A dedicated humanitarian team from Vancouver Island is gearing up for their fifth emergency mission to Ukraine, delivering critical medical supplies and support to frontline communities devastated by ongoing conflict.
London Postal Workers Join Rotating Strike Action
Canada Post workers in London, Ontario launch 24-hour rotating strike, joining nationwide labor action over contract disputes affecting mail delivery across the country.
Saskatchewan unveils memorial emblem for fallen public safety workers
Saskatchewan introduces a powerful new emblem recognizing public safety personnel who died in the line of duty, providing tangible recognition for their ultimate sacrifice.
SAQ Office Workers Launch 7-Day Strike in Quebec
Nearly 800 SAQ office employees begin unprecedented week-long strike, demanding better wages and working conditions at Quebec's liquor corporation headquarters.
Court Backs Sobeys Workers' Right to Picket Stores
An Alberta court upholds union rights for Sobeys warehouse employees to protest at retail locations, escalating the ongoing labor dispute in Western Canada's grocery sector.
Fleming College Research Tackles Nurse Resilience Crisis
Groundbreaking study at Fleming College examines what makes nurses resilient amid healthcare crises, aiming to develop support strategies that strengthen Canada's healthcare backbone.
Windsor's John McGivney Centre Faces Labour Disruption
Essential services for children with special needs in Windsor are at risk as unionized workers at the John McGivney Children's Centre prepare for potential job action following failed negotiations.
NS Farmers Aid Jamaican Workers' Families After Hurricane
Nova Scotia's agricultural community launches fundraising campaign to assist Jamaican migrant workers whose families were devastated by Hurricane Melissa, showcasing cross-border solidarity.
U.S. Government Shutdown Ties Historic 21-Day Record
The U.S. government shutdown ties the record for longest in history while Democrats and Republicans show renewed urgency in border security funding talks.
Canadian Forestry, Steel Workers Demand Urgent Government Action
United Steelworkers union demands immediate intervention from Canadian government as forestry and steel sectors face unprecedented crisis threatening thousands of jobs across multiple provinces.
BC public sector unions target November contract deals
Major BC unions including BCGEU, nurses, and teachers are intensifying contract negotiations with mid-November ratification targets, signaling a critical period for public sector labor relations.
France Sex Worker Murder: Investigation Reveals Dark Truth
A horrifying murder case in France reveals the dark underworld of illegal prostitution and the brutal reality facing sex workers. Exclusive details from the investigation.
Nurse: 'Surprised More People Haven't Died' in Manitoba Hospital
An exclusive look inside Manitoba's largest hospital reveals a healthcare system pushed to the brink, with exhausted nurses describing dangerous conditions and alarming patient wait times.
Quebec doctors surge to Ontario after Ford's appeal
Ontario sees unprecedented surge in physician applications from Quebec after Premier Doug Ford's direct appeal, offering competitive incentives and streamlined licensing.
Trump golfs in Florida amid government shutdown crisis
Former President Donald Trump enjoys luxury golf vacation at his Palm Beach resort while federal workers face financial uncertainty during government shutdown.
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