Walmart and other major U.S. companies are launching initiatives to address the critical shortage of skilled tradespeople, investing in training to build a sustainable workforce. Learn about the new strategies.
A CNESST investigation reveals fatal 2023 accident occurred due to a complete lack of safety protocols, training, and qualified supervision on a Montreal North construction site. Read the shocking findings.
A union representing tens of thousands of health care workers in British Columbia has ratified a new four-year collective agreement. Learn the details of this significant labour deal.
Unifor National President Lana Payne warns that tariffs will significantly impact Canadian workers in 2026. Get the full outlook on labour and economic challenges.
The federal government transfers a $900M pension surplus to its general account, sparking union criticism. PSAC demands funds be reinvested in workers' benefits.
A major labour dispute at Hydro-Québec has been averted as the utility reaches a tentative agreement with a key union. Details on the deal announced December 19, 2025.
The head of the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission is urging white men to come forward with discrimination claims, aligning with Trump's anti-DEI agenda. Critics call it a misunderstanding of DEI's goals.
A new report details the lack of training and safety equipment for temporary foreign workers before a fatal workplace collapse in Montreal. Read the investigation's findings.
The head of a major Canadian public service union strongly criticizes a proposal to fund an early retirement incentive through pension plans, calling it a risky move for workers.
Wasaga Beach is now hiring for over 60 seasonal positions for the 2025 summer season. Learn about the available roles and how to apply for your dream summer job in Ontario.
As 2025 concludes, Unifor National President Lana Payne assesses a difficult year for Canadian workers and outlines the union's strategy for the coming challenges. Read the full interview.
A Saskatchewan advertising company faces a $40,000 fine after a worker was seriously injured by falling glass panels. Learn about the safety violations and legal consequences.
A peer-reviewed study reveals temporary foreign workers accept lower pay and longer hours, impacting domestic wages. Explore the data and economic consequences.
Canada's largest public service union, PSAC, faces three lawsuits from component union leaders suspended after opposing a 2023 labour deal. Plaintiffs seek millions in damages and reinstatement.
Employment lawyer Howard Levitt outlines a strategic roadmap for Canadian remote workers to legally enforce their work-from-home arrangements and avoid constructive dismissal.
A worker was seriously injured in an industrial accident at a Toronto construction site Thursday morning. Emergency crews responded to the scene as an investigation begins.
Experts predict Ontario's new pay transparency regulations will significantly impact hiring and wages. Learn how these rules could reshape the province's labour landscape.
New data reveals a challenging Canadian labour market, with more than three unemployed individuals for every job opening in October. Explore the details and implications for the economy.
Tecumseh's deputy mayor delivered a hot pasta meal to workers locked out at Titan Tool. A local act of solidarity highlights the human impact of the ongoing labour dispute.
A sidelined union president is suing PSAC, alleging a scheme allowed staff to get extra pay without membership approval. Get the full story on the legal battle and financial irregularities.
The City of Kitchener is preparing to hire more than 200 students for temporary summer positions in 2026. Applications open soon for these valuable work experience opportunities.
Statistics Canada reports a continued decline in job vacancies, with openings dropping 2.8% in Q3 2025. Explore the shift from labour shortage to job shortage and what it means for the economy.
New data reveals a stark divide in Canadian unionization, with public sector workers five times more likely to be unionized. Explore the trends reshaping labour.
Montreal's public transit faces a second strike as professional staff join maintenance workers in walkout. Details on the escalating labour dispute impacting commuters.
A 19-year-old female worker in Toronto is hospitalized with serious injuries after her hand became caught in a meat grinder. The Ministry of Labour is investigating the industrial incident.
U.S. job market momentum fades with 64,000 November jobs, rising unemployment, and delayed data due to government shutdown. AI and policy uncertainty weigh on hiring.
Young Canadians are finding it increasingly difficult to secure early career experience in a saturated labour market. Learn about the challenges and what it means for the future.
Over 1,200 workers at GM's CAMI plant in Ingersoll face a devastating holiday season as layoffs force tough decisions. Couples at the plant are hit with a 'double' financial blow.
Montreal's STM transit workers have ratified a new collective agreement, securing wage increases through 2029 and preventing a potential service shutdown. Get the details on the deal.
Air Transat pilots, represented by ALPA, have issued a 72-hour strike notice. Flight suspensions will begin Monday, disrupting holiday travel plans. Details on the labour dispute and passenger impact.