TYRLC president Andria Babbington speaks at an @opseusefpo.bsky.social (OPSEU) Black History Month event - Feb 2026

Predicted 15 YEARS AGO. TYLRC and ATU knew back in 2011: Ford was gunna sell off every bit of Ontario he could to his rich private-school buddies. While the Zoo and waterfront are depicted here from 2011 scandals, little did we know that Ford would add... 1/

For decades, Sleeping Car Porters worked long hours, for little pay and nearly no job security. This led to the formation of the Order of the Sleeping Car Porters in Winnipeg, the first Black labour union in North America. This is the story. 🧵 1/12

The Canadian Network on Cuba organized a people's tribunal this past weekend where TYRLC pres Andria Babbington spoke with labour, student, peace and solidarity leaders on why Canadian solidarity with Cuba is so crucial right now. 1/

Petition re: Canada and Cuba www.ourcommons.ca/petitions/en...

You owe it to yourself to read the 2001 obituary (republished today) for Rose Freedman, the last survivor of the 1911 Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire. An incredible woman. (gift link) www.nytimes.com/2026/02/17/n...

Attending the USW Officers and Stewards Dinner and Dance Gala on Saturday, February 14, 2026

Tonight!

Premier Ford continues to gut government programs to line the pockets of his friends cupe.ca/ford-governm...

York Region Children's Aid OPSEU/SEFPO Local 304 is at a breaking point and rallied yesterday to improve conditions for workers. York Children's Aid Society board chair resigned shortly after.

One of the 4 pillars of the Labour Council is Climate Justice www.thestar.com/news/canada/...

A conservative Canadian broadcast news network is incorporating propaganda from U.S. dark-money-funded think tanks directly into its regular programming. Christopher Holcroft writes. #canpoli #CdnMedia #uspoli

Congrats to CUPE Local 4900 on ratifying a new deal www.yorkregion.com/news/york-re...

TYRLC was there to rally in support of 10 teachers who were fired or suspended at an east-end Toronto school. The rally was organized by Elementary Teachers of Toronto (ETT), the union representing the affected staff members at Bowmore Road Junior and Senior School.

This year, the City of Toronto is trying something new: taxing the rich. The City’s new Mansion Tax is already delivering for working people by raising over $150 million dollars to fund city services. 1/

Clear message to Labour Minister David Piccini: stop undermining public sector trades workers. cupe.ca/cupe-ontario...

Grassy Narrows has had contaminated water for over 50 years, with over 90 percent of its population suffering with mercury poisoning.... This government is an embarrassment

February is Black History Month Chris Campbell is the first Black President of Carpenters’ Union Local 27.

We're hiring! www.labourcouncil.ca/job-posting-...

Join if you can: Rally to Support Bowmore Teachers and School Community Where: TDSB HQ, 5050 Yonge St When: Tues, Feb 3, 4:30pm What: Rally in solidarity with the Bowmore School community. 1/

We remember

You’re Invited: A Celebration of Heritage & Unity Join us as we come together to honor Black History Month. This is a community gathering dedicated to reflecting on the past, celebrating the present, and building a stronger future together.

This year, the City of Toronto is trying something new: taxing the rich. The City’s new Mansion Tax is already delivering for working people by raising over $150 million dollars to fund city services. 1/

York Region Children's Aid OPSEU/SEFPO Local 304 is at a breaking point. They are having a Rally on February 11th. Come show some solidarity with your friends from OPSEU.

CUPE Local 4900 York Region went back to the bargaining table this morning. TYRLC was there to show our support for frontline workers in York Region!

CUPE 2316: Workers at CAS Toronto vote to strike cupe.ca/cupe-2316-wo...

Hope our affiliate members with CUPE 2316 get a good deal! globalnews.ca/news/1162496...

"Rachel Chernos Lin, city councillor for Don Valley West and a former TDSB trustee, says replacing trustees with offices is like replacing councillors with 311, or provincial legislators with ServiceOntario." www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

This year, the City of Toronto is trying something new: taxing the rich. The City’s new Mansion Tax is already delivering for working people by raising over $150 million dollars to fund city services. It also means working families are saving big time... 1/

Mayor Chow is turning the heat down...expanding the free AC program this year for renters! www.mayoroliviachow.ca/mayor_chow_s...

Congrats UFCW Locals 175 & 633 www.ufcw.ca/index.php?op...

EI MIGRANT WORKER CLASS ACTION Jan 20-22 Who: Migrant workers and allies What: Class action certification hearing to demand an end to Canada’s theft of EI benefits and equal access for all (Palmer v. Attorney General of Canada) 1/