Category : Labor Markets


Union Drive: What Employers Can and Cannot Do

When employees initiate a union drive, employers must navigate legal boundaries. This guide outlines permissible actions, communication strategies, and common pitfalls to avoid during union campaigns.

Barrie Transit Workers Plan Thursday Picket

Barrie Transit workers are set to picket on Thursday, March 19, 2026, as contract negotiations with the city remain unresolved, potentially disrupting bus services across the municipality.

B.C. Paramedics Union Ratifies New Contract

The union representing British Columbia paramedics has voted to approve a new contract with the province, marking a significant step in labor relations and healthcare services.

Canada's Job Losses: Not Panic Yet, But Youth Struggle

Canada's February job losses, led by Quebec's steep decline, may be statistical noise rather than economic crisis. However, a hiring slowdown is creating a tough entry for young workers, with youth unemployment rising sharply.

Canada's Largest Job Loss in Decades Sparks Despair

Canada experienced its biggest monthly job decline outside the pandemic, with over 80,000 positions lost in February 2026, described by job seekers as an 'empty pit of despair' amid economic struggles.

Why Employees Unionize and How Smart Employers Prevent It

Labor expert Howard Levitt explains that unionization stems from management failures, not union persuasion. He outlines key warning signs and proactive strategies for employers to maintain union-free workplaces through effective leadership and consistent

Coast Guard Captain Loses Grievance Over Distress Call

A Canadian Coast Guard captain has lost his labor board grievance after being fired for allegedly ignoring a distress call from a sinking mussel boat, with adjudicators emphasizing captains' legal duty to respond immediately.

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