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Three hundred electrical trades workers vote to join the IBEW to gain the union advantage
January 13, 2017
BURNABY - The BC Federation of Labour is extending a warm welcome from the broader labour movement to more than 300 electrical trades workers who recently chose to join the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 213.
The employees of Burnaby-based Trotter and Morton... more Remembering the fallen workers of the Bentall Tower tragedy
January 6, 2017 | Health, Safety, and Compensation
Vancouver – The following is a statement from BC Federation of Labour President, Irene Lanzinger, marking the 36th anniversary of the Bentall Tower tragedy:
“The BC Federation of Labour has a long history of advocating for healthier and safer workplaces for all workers in BC. Today... more Asbestos Ban Long Overdue
December 15, 2016
Vancouver-The BC Federation of Labour applauds the decision by the federal government to move towards a comprehensive ban of the manufacture, import, export, and use of asbestos by 2018.
“Credit for this decision should go to those activists from the labour movement, families, and... more Marking UN Human Rights Day, December 10: BCFED urges all British Columbians to take up fight against hate and intolerance
December 9, 2016
Vancouver-The following is a statement from BC Federation of Labour President Irene Lanzinger to mark the UN’s 68th International Day for Human Rights:
“It’s timely that a month after the election of Donald Trump—after a campaign based on intolerance, hate, and discrimination—we... more Fraser Institute report highlights benefits of union membership
December 8, 2016
Vancouver - A report released today by the Fraser Institute offers compelling reasons for workers to join unions to improve wages and benefits, says the BC Federation of Labour.
“Whether it is in the private or public sector, the report shows that workers who are union members have... more Statement from Irene Lanzinger, President of the BC Federation of Labour to commemorate December 6
December 6, 2016
Vancouver-The following is a statement from Irene Lanzinger, President of the BC Federation of Labour, to commemorate December 6: BC Federation of Labour Statement on December 3 International Day of Persons With Disabilities
December 2, 2016
Vancouver-The following is a statement from BCFED president Irene Lanzinger:
“One of the fundamental missions of the BC Federation of Labour and the labour movement in our province is to strive to make all workplaces safe for workers with disabilities.
So on this important date,... more Lanzinger, Ekman re-elected to lead 500,000-member BC Federation of Labour
December 1, 2016
VANCOUVER-President Irene Lanzinger and Secretary-Treasurer Aaron Ekman were re-elected for two-year terms to lead the 500,000-member BC Federation of Labour.
“Together with Aaron, I’m proud to be able lead a dynamic and progressive organization with so many members who share a... more Labour launches Better Can Happen Here campaign to bring political change in May’s BC election
November 30, 2016
VANCOUVER-The BC labour movement today launched its Better Can Happen Here political action campaign to elect a new government that will make life better for working families in next May’s pivotal provincial election.
“Government can be such a positive force for change for... more Horgan pledge for tougher safety protections for asbestos removal workers will bring much needed change says BCFED
November 29, 2016
VANCOUVER-A commitment today by BC NDP leader John Horgan to get tough with asbestos removal contractors will go a long way to end the inaction by Victoria that has put workers’ health and safety at risk, says BC Federation of Labour President Irene Lanzinger
“Mandatory licensing... more