Briefs and Submissions

Submission to the WCB: BCFED response to PPRD Discussion Paper and Recommendations for ASTD Policy Changes

September 20, 2024 | Health, Safety, and Compensation
This is a joint submission from the BC Federation of Labour and Janet Patterson and is our response to the PPRD discussion paper and our recommendations for ASTD policy changes.

Submission to the BC Labour Relations Code Review Panel - BCFED response to presentations and submissions made to the Panel

August 19, 2024 | Right to Join a Union
This submission provides additional information in response to the presentations and submissions made by others to the Labour Relations Code Review Panel.

Submission to the Labour Relations Code Review Panel

August 19, 2024 | Right to Join a Union
In the five years since the previous review of the Labour Relations Code, our world and workplaces have changed significantly. Many of the recommendations flowing out of the last Code review are now implemented, and have brought welcome improvements to workers' lives. But workers continue to face... more

Submission to the WCB re proposed amendments to Part 16.21 and 16.21.1 Seat Belts, and Part 20, Washrooms at Constructions Sites

The BC Federation of Labour is pleased to present our submission on the proposed amendments to Parts 16 and 20 at the public hearing today. The BCFED represents more than 500,000 members of our affiliated unions, from more than 1,100 locals, working in every aspect of the BC economy. The BCFED... more

Submission to the WCB regarding proposed amendments to Chapter 9, Average Earnings Policy

The BC Federation of Labour appreciates the opportunity to provide our recommendations with respect to the proposed amendments for Chapter 9, Average Earnings Policy Review and proposed amendments. The Federation represents more than 500,000 members of our affiliated unions, from more than 1,100... more

Connecting BC: A Ten-Year Vision and Investment Plan for Public Transit throughout BC

February 15, 2024
Imagine: Public transit that gets you where you need to go — quickly, easily, reliably... and affordably. No matter where in BC you live.

Submission to the WCB on Part 3, General Risk Management

February 13, 2024
The BC Federation of Labour (“BCFED,” “Federation”) appreciates the opportunity to provide our recommendations with respect to the proposed amendments for Part 3 Rights and Responsibilities, General Risk Management, Section 3.01. The Federation represents more than 500,000 members of our affiliated... more

Submission to the WCB on Part 5, Occupational exposure limits

The BC Federation of Labour (“Federation,” “BCFED”) appreciates the opportunity to provide our recommendations with respect to the proposed amendments for Part 5, Occupational exposure limits. The BCFED is pleased to have the opportunity to participate in the consultation on proposed occupational... more

Our Collective Truths Light the Way Forward: A report on the 2023 BCFED Anti-racism engagements

January 22, 2024
To the participants who gifted their wisdom to this process, we thank you. Your stories of hardship, grief, trauma and of joy and connection fuelled these sessions and helped light the path forward for the labour movement and for our provincial government simultaneously.Without your participation... more

Submission to the WCB on Part 5, Emergency planning; Part 20, Washroom facilities; and Part 14, Tower cranes and notice of project

The BC Federation of Labour (“Federation,” “BCFED”) appreciates the opportunity to provide a submission on the proposed amendments to Part 5, Emergency planning, Part 20, Washroom facilities; and Part 14, Tower cranes and notice of project. This submission was prepared in consultation with our... more