The Canadian Labour Congress helped secure a historic victory for workers at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on May 21, as the world’s highest court affirmed that the right to strike is protected under international law. “This is a victory for workers everywhere,” said Bea Bruske, president of the Canadian Labour Congress. “The world’s … Read more
Canadian Labour Congress and Unifor released a statement: “On May Day, workers celebrate the historic achievements of the labour movement which, for generations, has shaped a fairer, more just Canada. As we mark May Day across the country, we also acknowledge that Canadian workers face considerable challenges. Our country’s industrial backbone is under threat, and the … Read more
Canada’s unions are calling on the federal government to use Budget 2025 to invest in people and infrastructure–not cuts and corporate giveaways. “Workers are doing their part to hold this country together, our elbows are up, but they’re being squeezed from every direction,” said Bea Bruske, president of the Canadian Labour Congress. “This budget must … Read more
The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) is urging the federal government to stop pushing cuts and start investing in the people who keep this country running. At a press conference on Sept. 17, CLC president Bea Bruske and senior economist DT Cochrane warned that Canada’s economy is heading in the wrong direction, and that working people are already paying the … Read more
Canadian Labour Congress president Bea Bruske issued a statement: “Canada’s unions refuse to accept punishing tariffs on our critical export industries as the “new normal.” These tariffs have been an attack on Canadian workers and our economy, and our government must stand strong. Rolling over to Donald Trump‘s demands is not an option. Let’s be clear: capitulation hasn’t delivered Canada a … Read more