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Human Rights Day – December 10

Since 1948, Human Rights Day has been celebrated to commemorate the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights by the United Nations General Assembly. This event made history for all human beings around the world. From that moment on,...

December 10, 2020

Criminalize Conversion Therapy-related conduct in Canada

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Criminalize Conversion Therapy-related conduct in Canada

October 1, 2020 The Federal Government reintroduces legislation to criminalize Conversion Therapy-related conduct in Canada. “Conversion Therapy is a cruel practice that can lead to life-long trauma, particularly for young people. Our Government remains steadfast in our commitment to protecting...

October 13, 2020

Health and safety Human rights Labour history

Be safe – It’s your right

People have not always had the right to be safe. There was a time when workers, especially immigrants, were exploited. To make a living, they often had to work very dangerous, low-paying jobs. Since their mother tongue was a foreign...

October 7, 2020

200 years ago, Scottish workers went on strike for Democracy

Human rights Labour history

200 years ago, Scottish workers went on strike for Democracy

In 1820 the workers of Scotland held a general strike. Lead by the weavers, 60,000 workers took part stopping almost all production in April. It was not a strike for wages or union recognition, it was a strike for democratic...

September 15, 2020

Human rights Labour history

The spirit of Mary Ann Shadd Cary

UCTE would like to recognize the indomitable spirit of Mary Ann Shadd Cary: a black woman who stood up for justice and equality at every opportunity, defying the social norms of her time and shattering many glass ceilings along the...

June 1, 2020

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National Day of Mourning – What’s the leading cause of workplace-related deaths in Canada?

What’s the leading cause of workplace-related deaths in Canada? Surprisingly, it’s asbestos. Each year, Canada recognizes April 28 as the National Day of Mourning for workers injured or killed in the workplace. According to the Canadian Centre for Occupation Health...

April 28, 2020

International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination

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International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination

Everyone has the right to be treated equally in the workplace. This right is guaranteed by the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Although human rights matters may fall under federal, provincial or territorial jurisdiction, all levels of government take...

March 21, 2020

Wabush Airport firefighting and the community at risk

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Wabush Airport firefighting and the community at risk

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March 19, 2020

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Today is #PinkShirtDay2020 – Stop harassment

Harassment has been and continues to be an important issue for members in the workplace. There can be devastating effects both on the mental and physical health of a person experiencing harassment. They often feel confused about what does or...

February 26, 2020

Human rights

World Human Rights Day

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December 10, 2019