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PSAC-AFPC @psac-afpc.bsky.social · 2d

Mark Carney’s government cut 800 jobs at passport offices in the spring, and they just cut 250 more. These cuts mean that people will likely experience delays ahead of the holiday season. Every cut to a public service job is a cut to the services that support people in Canada.

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Leah ProudLakota (she/her) @leahgazan.bsky.social · 3d

Today I stood with @cupescfp.bsky.social and @canadianlabour.bsky.social leaders, flight attendants and other workers presenting my Bill C-247 to remove Section 107 from the Canada Labour Code.

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LabourStart Canada @labourstartcane.bsky.social · 2d

Top headline on LabourStart's Canada news page
www.unifor.org/news/all-new...

Unifor cautions against piecemeal trade negotiations that surrender leverage early

TORONTO – Unifor is cautioning the federal government against entering into piecemeal trade negotiations with the U.S. that could weaken Canada’s overall bargaining position and surrender critical lev...

www.unifor.org

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Larry Savage @profsavage.bsky.social · 5d

The advantages of unionization are obvious, so why don’t more workers join unions?

Employer-led union suppression strategies are a key explanatory factor.

theconversation.com/the-advantag...

#canlab

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Brock Labour Studies @brocklabour.bsky.social · 7d

Labour Studies at @brocku.ca. It's a degree that works.

Learn more: brocku.ca/social-scien...

#BrockU #canlab #LabourStudies

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CUPW @cupwsttp.bsky.social · 7d

Canada Post is Not Serious About Bargaining
https://www.cupw.ca/en/canada-post-not-serious-about-bargaining

#SupportCUPW #canlab #cdnpoli @CanadianLabour

Canada Post is Not Serious About Bargaining

Today, October 3, Canada Post finally presented its latest global offers to CUPW negotiators. We had expected that Canada Post would return to the table and make significant movement so that our membe...

www.cupw.ca

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Canadian Labour @canadianlabour.bsky.social · 7d

A "game changing" trade deal with Indonesia? Not for workers.

Our Senior Researcher Elizabeth Kwan warns the pact is a step backwards, with weaker labour rights than past agreements and risks for Canadian jobs.

Read more 👇
www.hilltimes.com/story/2025/1...

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AUPE @aupe.org · 7d

“Town of Coaldale staff want a fair contract and fair treatment,” says AUPE Vice-President Curtis Jackson.

“We hope the Mayor and Council will move quickly to accept the Union’s proposal"

www.aupe.org/news/news-an...

AUPE Media Release: Union proposes a new deal to end Coaldale lockout

Approximately 43 permanent staff working for the Town of Coaldale are AUPE members

www.aupe.org

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United Nurses of Alberta @albertanurses.bsky.social · 7d

It's time for the Alberta government to stop playing games and negotiate a deal that shows teachers fairness and respect for the work they do every day in the classroom.

www.una.ca/1701/una-sup...

UNA supports Alberta teachers in their fight for fairness and respect

United Nurses of Alberta stands in solidarity with Alberta's teachers as they prepare to take strike action on October 6. Working conditions for teachers are learning conditions for students and when ...

www.una.ca

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LabourStart @labourstart.bsky.social · 8d

CANADA: Classes cancelled at 2 Ontario college campuses amid support workers’ strike globalnews.ca/news/1146139...

Classes cancelled at 2 Ontario college campuses amid support workers’ strike | Globalnews.ca

Two colleges say they've cancelled some of their classes and on-campus activities Thursday as striking support staff joined rallies at several colleges across Ontario.

globalnews.ca

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Unifor @unifor.org · 8d

Unifor is proud to host the 40th anniversary screening of 'Final Offer', in partnership with Hot Docs, the National Film Board, and the Ageless Film Festival, on Oct. 5 in Toronto. Free tickets are available here: hotdocs.ca/whats-on/fil...

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The Alberta Teachers’ Association @albertateachers.bsky.social · 10d

This Sunday, on World Teachers' Day, we're gathering to fight for public education. Please join us and get loud for our teachers and students.

📍In Edmonton at the Alberta Legislature at 11:30 AM
📍In Calgary at McDougall Centre at 3:00 PM

Thank you for your support.

Fight for public education rally on October 5 in Edmonton and Calgary.

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Jim Stanford @jimbostanford.bsky.social · 9d

5 provinces increased their minimum wages today. So let's celebrate this mainstay tool of labour market regulation with a few fun facts. B.C. retains its crown, holding the highest prov min wage (Nunavut & Yukon higher). Alberta now takes sole possession of last spot. #canlab /2

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BC Teachers' Federation @bctf.bsky.social · 9d

Right now in downtown Vancouver, we are marching in solidarity with the BCGEU, the PEA, and thousands of other union members. We are stronger together! 💪 @bcgeu.bsky.social #UnionStrong

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PSAC-AFPC @psac-afpc.bsky.social · 9d

PSAC rallied with CUPW, UNIFOR, and OPSEU today to defend the workers who keep our communities running. PM Mark Carney and Doug Ford are working hand in hand to cut jobs and dismantle vital public services, like our postal service and healthcare.

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LabourStart @labourstart.bsky.social · 11d

Should you be podcasting? Listen to this great interview with Chris Garlock of the Labor Radio and Podcasting Network www.buzzsprout.com/2313632/epis...

USA: Interview with Chris Garlock of the Labor Radio and Podcasting Network - LabourStart: Where trade unionists start their day on the net.

Chris, who's based in Washington, D.C., is the founder of the Labor Radio and Podcasting Network. With around 200 members, the network shows the very widespread adoption of podcasting by activist...

www.buzzsprout.com

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SEIU Local 2 @seiulocal2.bsky.social · 11d

The struggle for workers’ rights & wage fairness exists within a colonial system that creates hierarchies of power in Canada.

We continue working towards the 94 calls to action, specifically #92, to ensure that Indigenous peoples have equitable access to jobs, training, and education opportunities.

An orange graphic that reads: The struggle for fair work exists within a colonial system.

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Unifor @unifor.org · 11d

Today and every day, we acknowledge the atrocities committed at residential schools and commit to action for truth and reconciliation. We wear orange today because Every Child Matters.
Read the statement: www.unifor.org/news/all-new... #NDTR

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CUPE Nova Scotia @cupens.bsky.social · 11d

On Sept. 30th, CUPE NS solemnly observes the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Follow the link below for more:

#everychildmatters

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation - CUPE Nova Scotia

On September 30th, CUPE Nova Scotia solemnly observes the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Also referred to as Orange Shirt Day, it is a time for reflection on the shameful legacy of Canada’...

novascotia.cupe.ca

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BC Federation of Labour @bcfed.bsky.social · 15d

@susibcfed.bsky.social testified at the House of Commons Standing Committee on Transport, Infrastructure and Communities this morning about BC Ferries' decision to build its next 4 major ferries in China. Her message: "Buy BC" should mean projects that should be built here instead. #BCLab 🧵

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LabourStart @labourstart.bsky.social · 12d

Here's our latest Photo of the Week.

In a national popular referendum on progressive tax reform and other social justice initiatives, Brazil's unions and their allies are mobilizing millions of workers to vote before 12 October. (Photo: CUT)

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LabourStart @labourstart.bsky.social · 12d

4,354 trade unionists from around the world have supported this campaign in the last week - will you join us? www.labourstartcampaigns.net/show_campaig...

Türkiye: No to union-busting at Digel

Please support this LabourStart urgent action campaign and spread the word.

www.labourstartcampaigns.net

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PSAC-AFPC @psac-afpc.bsky.social · 12d

All workers deserve to be paid for their work – without exceptions.

PSAC young workers are making this clear to their provincial, territorial and federal elected leaders. Join them in making unpaid internships a thing of the past: psacunion.ca/join-fight-e...

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BC Federation of Labour @bcfed.bsky.social · 15d

Let's stand with the workers who deliver the provincial public services we all rely on. Come to the Vancouver Art Gallery at noon next Wednesday, October 1 — and call on the province to negotiate a fair deal with @bcgeu.bsky.social and @pea.org. #BCLab

PEA @pea.org · 15d

Fund the Frontlines | March & Rally

Wednesday, October 1 – March 12 PM, Rally 1 PM
March begins at Vancouver Art Gallery, rally at Jack Poole Plaza
Join the BCGEU and PEA and help turn up the pressure on government to come back to the table with a fair deal.
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Larry Savage @profsavage.bsky.social · 15d

By imposing these changes without regard for the union's collective agreement, the Liberals are burning bridges with the labour movement faster than an Xpresspost delivery.

www.theglobeandmail.com/business/art...

#canlab #cdnpoli

Ottawa directs Canada Post to end door-to-door delivery of mail across the country

Directive includes shutting down post offices in areas that were considered rural, but are now suburban

www.theglobeandmail.com

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