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International Day for the Eradication of Poverty

International Day for the Eradication of Poverty

On the international day for the eradication of poverty, the United Nations (UN) reminds us that poverty is more than a financial reality. It can undermine someone’s dignity, sense of belonging, and access to social life. The United Nations has...

October 17, 2026

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Equity Committee Nominations Open!

Convention 2026 began a new term, and nominations are now open for representatives on our National Equity Committee for the three-year term. This is an opportunity to get involved in addressing equity issues and priorities by discussing and making recommendations...

October 16, 2026

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World Mental Health Day

Clara Hughes, an Olympic champion and a champion of better mental health, spoke to our national Leadership Conference in 2025. She has been open about a battle with depression in her own life, and she advocates for better mental health...

October 10, 2026

What is Decent Work and How do we Get There?

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What is Decent Work and How do we Get There?

The World Day for Decent Work was launched in 2008 as a part of the Decent Work, Decent Life campaign. an initiative of five international organizations including the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC). Labour issues internationally are complicated. Working conditions...

October 7, 2026

National Day of Truth and Reconciliation

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National Day of Truth and Reconciliation

It’s the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation (NDTR). Members in the National Capital Region can attend the event on Parliament Hill that honours Residential School Survivors, remembers the children who did not make it home, and promotes reconciliation and...

September 30, 2026

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Bienfait Coal Miners’ Strike of 1931

September 29 is the anniversary of Estevan’s “Black Tuesday,” a dark day in the early history of labour organizing in the Prairies. Estevan, Saskatchewan was the site of deadly violence in a struggle for miners’ union recognition. In 1931, the...

September 29, 2026

Airport Privatization: UCTE Joins NDP in Press Conference on the Hill

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Airport Privatization: UCTE Joins NDP in Press Conference on the Hill

UCTE National President Barry Tchir joined representatives from Unifor, IAM Canada, the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC), and the NDP caucus this morning to oppose privatization of our airports. UCTE represents over a thousand members at YVR (Vancouver) and YYC (Calgary)....

September 22, 2026

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Giving away our future

Before moving ahead, the federal government should clearly explain what problem privatization is intended to solve, what protections will be put in place for workers and communities, and how Canadians will be better served under a new model.

September 21, 2026

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The International Day of Peace

The International Day of Peace was established in 1981 by the United Nations. While we do not face armed conflict within Canada, the world as a whole is not so fortunate. The Institute for Economics and Peace’s Global Peace Index...

September 21, 2026

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Pride Season and Labour

Fière la fête (Pride Sherbrooke) was held last week, bringing Pride season to a close in Canada’s metropolitan centres. The partnership between 2SLGBTQIA+ activists and the labour movement has been long and mutually supportive. Labour has long supported the struggle...

September 18, 2026