Workers

• Manitoba’s remote, hybrid workers not getting enough physical activity, says report

  The results are part of a survey conducted by ParticipACTION, which noted that those not working entirely on-site overwhelmingly reported a less active day.

  Canada

  Oct 18, 2023
  
• Will historic autoworkers strike impact Alberta dealerships and customers?

  The ongoing strike by workers from the "Big Three" automakers is historic. But will it impact supply and prices at Alberta dealerships?

  Consumer

  Sep 19, 2023
  
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• Prince Albert, Sask. workers’ strike enters 5th day as union, city remain at odds

  Some of these city workers have been on the picket lines since Monday, Sept. 11. Before the strike began on Monday, the union said they had given the city a two-week notice.

  Canada

  Sep 15, 2023
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• Lana Payne’s year of action: Unifor president on opportunities for workers

  It's been one year since Lana Payne was elected as national president of Unifor, and she's made it clear that workers deserve more with the rising cost of living.

  Canada

  Aug 20, 2023
• Calgary Starbucks workers unionize after accepting collective agreement

  Workers at the Millrise Starbucks voted to unionize in July 2022.

  Canada

  Aug 4, 2023
• Manitoba liquor workers’ union asking for ‘fair deal’ as strike impacts private sector

  Liquor workers are still on strike, as both sides begin the negotiation process, and the effects of the picket lines are felt even in the private sector.

  Canada

  Jul 31, 2023
• Work continues to finish Montreal West train station

  Crews are building a pedestrian access where train riders can get to all three platforms from a new entrance on Sherbrooke Street.

  Canada

  Jul 10, 2023
• Businesses see red as B.C.’s minimum wage climbs, but labour says it’s not enough

  Surging inflation this year has meant the minimum wage in B.C. climbed 6.9 per cent to $16.75 Thursday. Labour and business groups had conflicting reaction to the move.

  Economy

  Jun 1, 2023
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• Wolfe Island Ferry workers say they aren’t at fault for staffing shortages

  OPSEU Local 428 president says wages and benefits aren't competitive with the private sector, making employee retention and attracting new staff difficult.

  Canada

  May 19, 2023
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• Quebec’s minimum wage set to go up to $15.25 beginning Monday

  The increase from the current $14.25 wage is the largest percentage increase in the province's minimum salary since 1995.

  Canada

  Apr 30, 2023