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What is Decent Work and How do we Get There?

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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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

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International Equal Pay Day

All workers have the right to equal compensation for work of equal value, regardless of gender. It’s easy to say, and easy to agree with, but not so simple to put into practice. Pay Equity in Canada Canada adopted the...

September 18, 2026

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National Indigenous Peoples Day

June 21, 2026

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Pride Season is Here Again!

photo: Members of Local 30318 at Calgary Pride in 2025. Pride is celebration. Pride is resistance. Pride is about love, visibility, human rights and togetherness. Opportunities to support your local 2SLGBTQIA+ communities are just around the corner. Use this helpful...

June 15, 2026

IDAHOBIT 2026: “At the Heart of Democracy”

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IDAHOBIT 2026: “At the Heart of Democracy”

This is the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexphobia, and Transphobia. “At the Heart of Democracy” is the theme chosen by the global IDAHOBIT Advisory Committee. It reminds us that equity and justice for all are fundamental to the health...

May 17, 2026