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Cdn union news from the global labour movement's news and campaigns website. www.labourstart.org
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Federal cuts and closures at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada research centers will set agricultural science back by decades, undermining innovation that helps farmers and strengthens our food system.
February 5, 2026 at 3:02 PM
Federal cuts and closures at Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada research centers will set agricultural science back by decades, undermining innovation that helps farmers and strengthens our food system.
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Unifor welcomes elements of the new federal auto policy, while calling for bold steps to protect Canadian auto jobs and secure a future for workers at idled plants in Brampton and Ingersoll. www.unifor.org/news/all-new...
Federal auto policy sets right direction, but action needed to drive it home
TORONTO– Unifor welcomes measures in the new federal auto policy to map the direction of industry, with the understanding that this plan must be backed by bold action to safeguard Canadian auto jobs a...
www.unifor.org
February 5, 2026 at 4:09 PM
Unifor welcomes elements of the new federal auto policy, while calling for bold steps to protect Canadian auto jobs and secure a future for workers at idled plants in Brampton and Ingersoll. www.unifor.org/news/all-new...
This is an issue in Canada now, too.
AUSTRALIA: Extreme heat is killing workers: Unions urge national rules to save lives www.actu.org.au/media-releas...
Extreme heat is killing workers: Unions urge national rules to save lives - Australian Council of Trade Unions
Australian Unions are calling for new national safety rules that require employers to stop work or modify duties when temperatures reach dangerous levels, warning that increasingly frequent heatwaves ...
www.actu.org.au
February 4, 2026 at 5:49 PM
This is an issue in Canada now, too.
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International construction unions denied entry to the occupied Palestinian territories [BWI] bit.ly/bwi-palestine
International construction unions denied entry to the occupied Palestinian territories - BWI
Israel on 2 February refused entry to the West Bank to an international delegation of construction trade unions, seeking to meet Palestinian construction wor…
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February 4, 2026 at 11:22 AM
International construction unions denied entry to the occupied Palestinian territories [BWI] bit.ly/bwi-palestine
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CANADA: Labour movement to Parliament: it’s time to put workers at the centre of Canada’s trade strategy canadianlabour.ca/labour-movem...
Labour movement to Parliament: it's time to put workers at the centre of Canada's trade strategy | Canadian Labour Congress
OTTAWA — As global trade tensions rise and economic uncertainty deepens, Canada’s labour movement is demanding an end to trade policies that put corporate interests ahead of workers. Labour leaders fr...
canadianlabour.ca
February 4, 2026 at 11:58 AM
CANADA: Labour movement to Parliament: it’s time to put workers at the centre of Canada’s trade strategy canadianlabour.ca/labour-movem...
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Cuts at the Canadian Museum of History and the Canadian War Museum put our shared history at risk. Visitors will face more automation instead of passionate experts, and museums will have to do more with less. We need to invest in the public institutions that bring Canada’s stories to life.
February 4, 2026 at 2:01 PM
Cuts at the Canadian Museum of History and the Canadian War Museum put our shared history at risk. Visitors will face more automation instead of passionate experts, and museums will have to do more with less. We need to invest in the public institutions that bring Canada’s stories to life.
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🚨Job Alert!🚨
We’re hiring instructors for a variety of Labour Studies courses in the Spring and Summer 2026 semesters.
Courses are delivered online.
Applications close February 18, 2026 at 11:59 PM.
For more details and to apply👇
brocku.ca/social-scien...
We’re hiring instructors for a variety of Labour Studies courses in the Spring and Summer 2026 semesters.
Courses are delivered online.
Applications close February 18, 2026 at 11:59 PM.
For more details and to apply👇
brocku.ca/social-scien...
Job Opportunities
Brock University
brocku.ca
February 4, 2026 at 2:23 PM
🚨Job Alert!🚨
We’re hiring instructors for a variety of Labour Studies courses in the Spring and Summer 2026 semesters.
Courses are delivered online.
Applications close February 18, 2026 at 11:59 PM.
For more details and to apply👇
brocku.ca/social-scien...
We’re hiring instructors for a variety of Labour Studies courses in the Spring and Summer 2026 semesters.
Courses are delivered online.
Applications close February 18, 2026 at 11:59 PM.
For more details and to apply👇
brocku.ca/social-scien...
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The Washington-Baltimore News Guild strongly condemns the layoffs announced today at The Washington Post. These cuts represent yet another blow to a newsroom that has already been pushed to its limits and a disservice to the readers who rely on The Post for rigorous, independent journalism.
February 4, 2026 at 2:24 PM
The Washington-Baltimore News Guild strongly condemns the layoffs announced today at The Washington Post. These cuts represent yet another blow to a newsroom that has already been pushed to its limits and a disservice to the readers who rely on The Post for rigorous, independent journalism.
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When workers follow the rules, organize in good faith, and then lose their jobs,
people notice.
Investors notice.
Communities notice.
And yes — the media notices.
#GameDev #WorkersRights #Ubisoft
people notice.
Investors notice.
Communities notice.
And yes — the media notices.
#GameDev #WorkersRights #Ubisoft
February 4, 2026 at 3:35 PM
When workers follow the rules, organize in good faith, and then lose their jobs,
people notice.
Investors notice.
Communities notice.
And yes — the media notices.
#GameDev #WorkersRights #Ubisoft
people notice.
Investors notice.
Communities notice.
And yes — the media notices.
#GameDev #WorkersRights #Ubisoft
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Occupational cancers should never be accepted as “part of the job.”
Prevention must come first: no worker should face cancer because of their work. #CanLab #WorldCancerDay
Prevention must come first: no worker should face cancer because of their work. #CanLab #WorldCancerDay
February 4, 2026 at 3:54 PM
Occupational cancers should never be accepted as “part of the job.”
Prevention must come first: no worker should face cancer because of their work. #CanLab #WorldCancerDay
Prevention must come first: no worker should face cancer because of their work. #CanLab #WorldCancerDay
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Cuts to public services. Layoffs in key industries.
It feels like every week brings new headlines about job losses.
Too many workers are being left behind.
A strong economy starts with protecting jobs, not cutting them. #canlab
It feels like every week brings new headlines about job losses.
Too many workers are being left behind.
A strong economy starts with protecting jobs, not cutting them. #canlab
February 3, 2026 at 3:57 PM
Cuts to public services. Layoffs in key industries.
It feels like every week brings new headlines about job losses.
Too many workers are being left behind.
A strong economy starts with protecting jobs, not cutting them. #canlab
It feels like every week brings new headlines about job losses.
Too many workers are being left behind.
A strong economy starts with protecting jobs, not cutting them. #canlab
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DFO is closing Live Gene Banks that help protect endangered Atlantic salmon. That puts conservation, communities, and our shared natural heritage at risk.
We should be investing in public science and environmental protection, not shutting it down.
We should be investing in public science and environmental protection, not shutting it down.
February 3, 2026 at 6:01 PM
DFO is closing Live Gene Banks that help protect endangered Atlantic salmon. That puts conservation, communities, and our shared natural heritage at risk.
We should be investing in public science and environmental protection, not shutting it down.
We should be investing in public science and environmental protection, not shutting it down.
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The British Columbia Black History Timeline was created by the BC Black History Awareness Society as an educational resource for schools, researchers, government, families, and anyone interested in learning more about Black history. Read about it here: https://bit.ly/46vW2XV #BlackHistoryMonth
British Columbia Black History Timeline
There is a wealth of Black history in our province, from Vancouver Island's Governor James Douglas in 1851 to William Allen Jones ...
www.teachermag.ca
February 3, 2026 at 6:06 PM
The British Columbia Black History Timeline was created by the BC Black History Awareness Society as an educational resource for schools, researchers, government, families, and anyone interested in learning more about Black history. Read about it here: https://bit.ly/46vW2XV #BlackHistoryMonth
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During #BlackHistoryMonth CUPE celebrates and highlights Black history and culture. Our union honours the ancestors and leaders of Black communities, their accomplishments and their continued fight for liberation. #BHM2026
cupe.ca/event/black-...
cupe.ca/event/black-...
Black History Month
Every year CUPE honours a Black ancestor, or someone who is making history today. This year we’re honouring Carol Wall.
cupe.ca
February 2, 2026 at 3:47 PM
During #BlackHistoryMonth CUPE celebrates and highlights Black history and culture. Our union honours the ancestors and leaders of Black communities, their accomplishments and their continued fight for liberation. #BHM2026
cupe.ca/event/black-...
cupe.ca/event/black-...
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Join us to demand the PM take immediate action to stop the threat AB poses to our national public #healthcare. The fed govt has a responsibility to uphold the Canada Health Act & the shared national values on which our public health care is built. Public care serves people, not corporate pockets.
February 2, 2026 at 4:41 PM
Join us to demand the PM take immediate action to stop the threat AB poses to our national public #healthcare. The fed govt has a responsibility to uphold the Canada Health Act & the shared national values on which our public health care is built. Public care serves people, not corporate pockets.
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CANADA / USA: IAM Statement on Threats to Decertify Canadian Aircraft www.goiam.org/news/iam-sta...
IAM Statement on Threats to Decertify Canadian Aircraft
Certification is about safety, not politics WASHINGTON, Jan. 30, 2026 –The IAM Union (International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers) strongly condemns reports that U.S. President Donald Trump is threatening to decertify Canadian-made aircraft and impose 50% import tariffs on aircraft built in Canada. Such actions, if carried out, would cause serious disruption to the North
www.goiam.org
January 31, 2026 at 11:03 AM
CANADA / USA: IAM Statement on Threats to Decertify Canadian Aircraft www.goiam.org/news/iam-sta...
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CANADA: IAM Urges PM Carney to Act as U.S. Threatens Canadian Aircraft Certification iamaw.ca/iam-urges-pm...
IAM Urges PM Carney to Act as U.S. Threatens Canadian Aircraft Certification IAMAW
The IAM Union Canada has expressed serious concern over U.S. President Donald Trump’s threats to decertify Canadian-made aircraft, including Bombardier’s Global Express, and impose a 50% tariff on exp...
iamaw.ca
January 31, 2026 at 11:08 AM
CANADA: IAM Urges PM Carney to Act as U.S. Threatens Canadian Aircraft Certification iamaw.ca/iam-urges-pm...
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USA: How labour in Minnesota is protecting people from ICE rabble.ca/podcast/how-...
How labour in Minnesota is protecting people from ICE
How the Minnesota labour movement is protecting people against ICE. Plus, the LabourStart Report about union events.
rabble.ca
January 31, 2026 at 2:30 PM
USA: How labour in Minnesota is protecting people from ICE rabble.ca/podcast/how-...
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We are thrilled that Prime Minister Mark Carney stopped by Prime Time, and spoke about ACTRA Toronto production HEATED RIVALRY, one of the most talked about Canadian shows of all time! We are so proud of this momentous series and the many talented Canadian performers that are featured in it. #PT2026
January 30, 2026 at 2:16 PM
We are thrilled that Prime Minister Mark Carney stopped by Prime Time, and spoke about ACTRA Toronto production HEATED RIVALRY, one of the most talked about Canadian shows of all time! We are so proud of this momentous series and the many talented Canadian performers that are featured in it. #PT2026
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Section 107 of the Canada Labour Code is being abused by the Government to violate workers’ collective bargaining rights and to tip the balance in favour of employers.
Fight for your Charter rights, repeal Section 107
https://www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en/Petition/Details?Petition=e-6979
Fight for your Charter rights, repeal Section 107
https://www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en/Petition/Details?Petition=e-6979
January 30, 2026 at 4:51 PM
Section 107 of the Canada Labour Code is being abused by the Government to violate workers’ collective bargaining rights and to tip the balance in favour of employers.
Fight for your Charter rights, repeal Section 107
https://www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en/Petition/Details?Petition=e-6979
Fight for your Charter rights, repeal Section 107
https://www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en/Petition/Details?Petition=e-6979
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Workers at over 30 long-term care homes in Nova Scotia have voted in favour of striking.
This week, their union heads into conciliation w/ the government in a last-ditch effort to raise wages.
I spoke to two workers who have worked in LTC for decades. They make $18.77/hour.
@pressprogress.ca
This week, their union heads into conciliation w/ the government in a last-ditch effort to raise wages.
I spoke to two workers who have worked in LTC for decades. They make $18.77/hour.
@pressprogress.ca
“If we have to go on strike, we will,” say Nova Scotia’s long-term care workers
Despite decades of experience, many make less than $20 an hour:
pressprogress.ca/nova-scotia-...
Despite decades of experience, many make less than $20 an hour:
pressprogress.ca/nova-scotia-...
“If We Have to Go on Strike, We Will,” Say Nova Scotia’s Long-term Care Workers
Despite decades of experience, many make less than $20 an hour
pressprogress.ca
January 30, 2026 at 4:51 PM
Workers at over 30 long-term care homes in Nova Scotia have voted in favour of striking.
This week, their union heads into conciliation w/ the government in a last-ditch effort to raise wages.
I spoke to two workers who have worked in LTC for decades. They make $18.77/hour.
@pressprogress.ca
This week, their union heads into conciliation w/ the government in a last-ditch effort to raise wages.
I spoke to two workers who have worked in LTC for decades. They make $18.77/hour.
@pressprogress.ca
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Aviation safety must be based on evidence and expertise, not politics.
Threats to decertify Canadian aircraft and impose punitive tariffs risk undermining a safe, integrated North American aviation system.
Threats to decertify Canadian aircraft and impose punitive tariffs risk undermining a safe, integrated North American aviation system.
January 30, 2026 at 5:16 PM
Aviation safety must be based on evidence and expertise, not politics.
Threats to decertify Canadian aircraft and impose punitive tariffs risk undermining a safe, integrated North American aviation system.
Threats to decertify Canadian aircraft and impose punitive tariffs risk undermining a safe, integrated North American aviation system.
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This is a gut punch to auto workers and their families. Years of uncertainty have not been made better by appeasing Donald Trump. Ottawa needs to act now, stand up to Trump, and support Canadian workers, communities, and industries.
January 29, 2026 at 3:00 PM
This is a gut punch to auto workers and their families. Years of uncertainty have not been made better by appeasing Donald Trump. Ottawa needs to act now, stand up to Trump, and support Canadian workers, communities, and industries.
"The Rand decision put forward the basic principle that all who benefited from a union, whether they wished to be a member or not, must pay dues. This was to be enforced by a
compulsory dues check-off." (Unifor)
compulsory dues check-off." (Unifor)
29-01-1946 CANADA: Supreme Court Justice Ivan C. Rand releases his report on the Ford strike and imposes the Rand Formula to promote union security. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rand_fo...
Rand formula - Wikipedia
en.wikipedia.org
January 29, 2026 at 4:33 PM
"The Rand decision put forward the basic principle that all who benefited from a union, whether they wished to be a member or not, must pay dues. This was to be enforced by a
compulsory dues check-off." (Unifor)
compulsory dues check-off." (Unifor)
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CANADA: PSAC demands reversal of escalating federal cuts after 8,000 workers targeted for job loss psacunion.ca/psac-demands...
PSAC demands reversal of escalating federal cuts after 8,000 workers targeted for job loss
As the Carney government rushes ahead with mass public service cuts, PSAC is again raising the alarm about the impact cuts and subsequent job losses will have on the ability of the federal government ...
psacunion.ca
January 29, 2026 at 11:45 AM
CANADA: PSAC demands reversal of escalating federal cuts after 8,000 workers targeted for job loss psacunion.ca/psac-demands...