STM contract talks progress but outsourcing divides sides
Montreal's public transit negotiations show movement as union and management find common ground on several issues, but outsourcing continues to divide parties in critical labor talks.
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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.
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.
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.
UN Climate Talks: Time for Action, Not Just Words
As global leaders prepare for another round of UN climate negotiations in Brazil, environmental experts and activists are calling for concrete action rather than more empty promises and prolonged discussions.
Montreal STM Strike: Union Seeks Mayor's Intervention
As Montreal's public transit strike disrupts thousands of commuters, the STM union is directly appealing to Mayor Valérie Plante to step in and help resolve the contract dispute that's paralyzing the city's transportation network.
Canada Launches National Skilled Trades & Technology Week
Discover how Canada is tackling the skilled labor shortage by inspiring youth through hands-on experiences and career opportunities during National Skilled Trades and Technology Week.
Montreal STM workers threaten 48-hour strike Nov 15-16
CUPE union announces potential 48-hour strike affecting Montreal's public transit system, threatening major disruptions for thousands of daily commuters during mid-November.
Saskatchewan backs Alberta's teacher strike intervention
Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe throws support behind Alberta's controversial use of constitutional power to end teacher strike, sparking debate over labor rights and provincial authority in Canadian education.
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.
Rockstar Games Accused of Union-Busting Tactics
Rockstar Games faces serious union-busting allegations as employees report intimidation tactics and anti-union meetings at their Oakville studio. Discover the growing labor movement in gaming.
Rockstar Games Accused of Union-Busting After GTA VI Firings
Rockstar Games, the studio behind Grand Theft Auto, is under fire for allegedly firing long-term contractors in what workers claim is union-busting tactics ahead of GTA VI release.
U.S. Officials Skip UN Climate Talks in Germany
American officials were notably absent from UN climate negotiations in Germany, raising questions about U.S. commitment to international climate cooperation amid growing environmental concerns.
Quebec seeks arbitration to avert Montreal STM strike
Quebec's labor minister pushes for binding arbitration as STM workers threaten indefinite strike that could paralyze Montreal's public transportation system in November.
Teachers' Strike: Why Section 33 Was Justified
An in-depth analysis reveals why the Canadian teachers' strike was inherently political and how Section 33 became necessary for resolving the education crisis.
How Canada's Supreme Court Invented the Right to Strike
A deep dive into how Canada's Supreme Court fundamentally transformed labor rights by inventing a constitutional right to strike that wasn't in the original framework.
Squamish Workers Ratify Contract, Ending Lockout
Union members at a Squamish manufacturing plant have overwhelmingly approved a new collective agreement, bringing an end to a bitter lockout that lasted several weeks. The deal includes significant wage improvements and job security provisions.
Canada Job Vacancies Hit 6-Year Low in August
Statistics Canada reveals August job vacancies hit lowest level since 2017, signaling major shifts in the Canadian labor market and potential economic cooling.
Quebec Tables Sweeping Union Reform Bill
Quebec's Labor Minister Jean Boulet tables landmark bill to overhaul union representation rules, introducing automatic certification and financial transparency measures that could reshape workplace dynamics across the province.
Japan's Immigration Backlash: Strict System Pushes Back
Japan is facing an unprecedented immigration dilemma as public discontent grows despite already having some of the world's most restrictive policies. Discover why this homogeneous society is struggling with its record-high foreign worker population.
Alberta Unions Reveal Strategic Strike Plan
Alberta's largest public sector unions reveal coordinated strike strategy targeting government operations after contract negotiations stall, affecting 80,000 workers.
Steelworkers Support Alberta Teachers Against Government
The United Steelworkers union stands with Alberta teachers as they face unprecedented government pressure and political interference in education. Learn how this labor solidarity is shaping the future of Alberta's public education system.
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