CANADA: CUPE warns Carney government against unprecedented attack on workers’ rights cupe.ca/news/cupe-wa...

CANADA: What are Montreal strippers asking for this F1 weekend www.youtube.com/watch?v=X30q...

CANADA: Employers press Ottawa to curb strike activity in key federally regulated sectors www.theglobeandmail.com/business/art...

Historic victory for workers. At a time when workers in Canada face growing pressure on collective bargaining rights and job action, this ruling sends a powerful message: the right to strike must be protected, respected, and upheld. canadianlabour.ca/canadas-unio...

🚫 NO two-tier health care. Activists at #CLC2026 stood united against Alberta’s push toward privatized, American-style health care and called on the federal government to uphold and enforce the Canada Health Act. Health care is a human right. canadianlabour.ca/canadas-unio...

CANADA: After organizing Victoria’s Uber drivers, union officials hope to do the same across Canada www.theglobeandmail.com/business/art...

The amended resolution passes with broad support from #CLC2026. Interestingly, some of the pro and cons speakers were from the same unions.

#CLC2026 rally outside Union centre in Winnipeg. #canlab

Bea Bruske acclaimed as CLC President. She was first elected in 2021. #clc2026 #canlab

Our latest Photo of the Week comes from Peru where healthcare union FECUT has been able to recruit almost 3,000 new members in a national organising drive following the participation of its leaders in the Organising for Power training programme, developed in partnership with PSI. (Photo: FECUT)

CANADA / GLOBAL: What Drives a Country to Use Workers as An Export? www.thetyee.ca/Culture/2026...

This is a story of what happens when employers put profit ahead of human lives, and when government lets them do it. It’s a story of 26 men taken from their families and their community in the span of a minute. And it’s a story of a promise made a generation ago, and not yet kept.

Wage gains and structural fairness are key features of a new collective agreement voted on last night by Unifor Local 252 members. Ratified by 93%, it is the first union contract negotiated with Walmart in North America. www.unifor.org/news/all-new...

May 5 is Red Dress Day, a day of remembrance and reflection but also a day to call for solidarity and action to end the systems of violence against Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA people.

"The province has required crane operator certification since the late 2010s. Still, Bryan Railton, business manager for IUOE Local 115, said there has been a 'disconnect between enforcement and the necessity to become fully certified.'” bcbuildingtrades.org/crane-operat...

A new LabourStart Photo of the Week was just posted: Last Friday workers in Rome and around the world marched to mark May Day demanding an end to war, social, political and economic justice for all. (Photo: CGIL)

CANADA: Canadian Steelworkers play key role in crackdown on unfair trade practices usw.ca/citt-april-2...

This May Day, let’s all send messages of protest and solidarity with the jailed Turkish trade union leaders - please spread the word, share the message, build the campaign - www.labourstartcampaigns.net/show_campaig...

28-04-1984 CANADA: The Canadian Labour Congress establishes the first National Day of Mourning for workers killed or injured on the job. The idea of a Workers' Memorial Day is adopted by more than 100 countries around the world. www.wfhathewaylabourexhibitcentre.ca/labour-histo...

USA: Apple Faces US Federal Complaint for Allegedly Retaliating Against Union Workers www.iphoneincanada.ca/2026/04/27/a...

The closure of South Shore Furniture, after more than 86 years in business, sends a warning signal for the future of Quebec's manufacturing sector. #canlab #cdnpoli www.unifor.org/news/all-new...

Work should never cost you your life or your mental health. Psychological injuries are real, preventable, and rising across workplaces. Today, we remember those we’ve lost and recommit to fighting for safer, healthier work for everyone. Read our full statement: canadianlabour.ca/day-of-mourn...

On April 28, we mourn for the dead and fight for the living. Read our statement: www.unifor.org/news/all-new...

Our newest Photo of the Week is as topical as they get. The trial of 15 women trade union leaders from KESK in Turkey may finally come to an end today. The case stems from the women’s involvement in KESK’s Women’s Assembly, advocating for gender equality and workers’ rights. (Photo: EPSU)

Unifor is calling for urgent, coordinated action from all levels of government following Interfor's announcement that it is indefinitely curtailing operations at its Nairn Centre sawmill. www.unifor.org/news/all-new...

REMINDER: The April 28 Day of Mourning ceremony has moved this year to the BC Legislature grounds at 12:15 pm, and will not be at Vancouver's Jack Poole Plaza. Here are some Metro Vancouver ceremonies: Delta - 10:45 am, Delta City Hall 4500 Clarence Taylor Cr. #BCLab #DayOfMourning

New campaign - Türkiye: Free jailed union leaders now! Please support & share. www.labourstartcampaigns.net/show_campaig...

Canada Post workers start voting on tentative agreements today amidst major changes to the postal service and mixed signals from their union. For @pressprogress.ca I broke down what’s in the agreements and why some CUPW leaders are encouraging workers to vote 'no' pressprogress.ca/canada-post-...

Our latest Photo of the Week: Cécile Kohler and Jacques Paris, French teachers and union activists, were arbitrarily detained in Iran for 4 years. After intense campaigning by their union and Education International, they were released and arrived back in Paris on 8 April 2026. (Photo: CSEE-ETUCE)

CANADA: Additional workers join Nova Scotia long-term care strike, with more on the way halifax.citynews.ca/2026/04/16/a...

We are pleased to announce the Outstanding Performance – Videogame Voice nominees for the 24th #ACTRAAwards in Toronto, proudly presented by AFBS. Congratulations to the nominees! Meet all the nominees: actratoronto.com/news-release...

New labour law in Bangladesh a game changer for worker rights [UNI Global Union] uniglobalunion.org/news/new-lab...

CANADA: CUPE urges senators to protect workers from AI cupe.ca/cupe-urges-s...

MEXICO / CANADA: Allegation Sinaloa faction threatened workers at Canadian-owned gold mine before union vote ca.news.yahoo.com/mexico-probe...

CANADA: N.S. long-term care workers reject government offer, sparking province-wide strike www.ctvnews.ca/health/artic...

Today is Equal Pay Day in Ontario. Care workers keep everything running, yet most are women and are still paid less than they deserve. If we rely on care work to hold up our economy, it’s time to start investing in it like it matters. Take action: childcarenow.ca/keep-the-chi...

Cuba is facing a deepening humanitarian crisis due to fuel shortages and sanctions—impacting food, healthcare, and essential services. Workers are feeling it too, including in air transportation with cancelled flights. Canada must act. Sign the petition: petition.web.net/CanadaActNow...

#BrockU Assistant Professor of @brocklabour.bsky.social Jordan House recently spoke to The Link about prison labour. #CanLab #CdnPoli thelinknewspaper.ca/article/labo...

Does Avi Lewis’ @ndp.ca leadership win offer an opportunity for labour to revitalize? Adam King weighs in. www.readthemaple.com/avi-lewis-vi... #canlab #cdnpoli

Library workers vote unanimously to join NSUPE and join the larger fight against cuts in Nova Scotia @labourstartcane.bsky.social @novascotiandp.bsky.social #NSLabour #NovaScotia www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

Steps for Life: Walking toward safer workplaces in Kelowna #Kelowna

CANADA: Early retirement rush in Canada sparks fight over pension surplus and job security www.benefitsandpensionsmonitor.com/news/industr...

Mondays are when a new Photo of the Week appears on LabourStart.org. This week’s is from the Philippines where the Kilusang Mayo Uno (KMU) is actively campaigning for a ₱1,200 national minimum wage to address the rising cost of living and stagnant wages. (Photo: KMU)

CUBA / CANADA: NUPGE delegation delivers message of solidarity to the people Cuba at tri-national labour summit nupge.ca/2026/nupge-d...

We are pleased to share that a tentative Terms of Settlement have been reached for a new ACTRA-Ubisoft Video Game Agreement covering a three-year term of January 1, 2026, to December 31, 2028, pending ratification. The ACTRA National Executive has unanimously endorsed this tentative agreement.⁠

BC establishing platform workers as employees under various legislation is important and recognizes their claims to equitable treatment . The regulations, however, have entrenched racialized workers as second-class versus other BC employees says Véronique Sioufi.

#Canada must use public procurement to support Canadian jobs. @Lanampayne calls on the federal government to ensure VIA Rail fleet investments create jobs and build capacity here at home — not offshore. www.unifor.org/news/all-new... #cdnpoli #canlab

Stephen didn’t just challenge injustice - he compelled others to act. For so many in our movement, he set the standard for what solidarity looks like in practice. His example will continue to guide and inspire us on the road ahead.

Workforce cuts at the Canada Revenue Agency will weaken the government’s ability to enforce tax laws and recover billions in lost revenue. Read our press release: pipsc.ca/cra-cuts-ris... #ItTakesExperts #CdnPoli #TaxFairness

31-03-2004 CANADA: Bill C-45 comes into force, amending the Criminal Code to impose penalties on corporations and managers for violations causing workplace injuries or death. It is named the Westray Bill after the 1992 mine disaster. [more] www.ccohs.ca/oshanswers/l...