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(Whitehorse, YT) – Ahead of the Council of the Federation meeting, Canada’s labour leaders are calling on the provincial and territorial premiers to make Canada’s most vulnerable workers the focus of their talks. “This is the first time the premiers have met in Yukon – and we certainly welcome them this beautiful part of Canada,” said Vikki Quocksister, president of the Yukon Federation of Labour

Vancouver – The BC Building Trades Council and the BC Federation of Labour congratulate Vancouver City Council for passing a critical resolution calling on the province to implement mandatory certification and licensing of asbestos and hazardous material removal contractors. “Many believe that asbestos exposure only happens in the workplace, but that’s just not true,” said Lee Loftus, president of

Vancouver – The BC Federation of Labour is applauding John Horgan and the BC NDP for committing to bring the minimum wage up to $15/hour. “British Columbians are struggling to make ends meet with the ever increasing cost of living and skyrocketing user fees,” said Irene Lanzinger, president of the BC Federation of Labour. “Christy Clark is well-aware that people working full-time in this province

Vancouver – The following is a statement in recognition National Aboriginal Day from Irene Lanzinger, President of the BC Federation of Labour: “This year marks the 20th Anniversary of National Aboriginal Day. It’s a day to celebrate the rich and diverse culture and history of indigenous peoples across Canada. It is also an opportunity to promote awareness and education so we never forget Canada’s

Vancouver – The BC Liberal government is still not listening to British Columbians on minimum wage rates with an increase that leaves working people below the poverty line, says BC Federation of Labour. “It is clear that our Campaign is having an impact and has forced the government to reconsider BC’s minimum wage,” said Irene Lanzinger, President of the BC Federation of Labour. “Unfortunately

Vancouver – The BC Federation of Labour’s Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Committee is in Victoria today meeting with Ministers and MLAs on important workplace health and safety issues. “The labour movement puts a strong focus on workplace health and safety. In 2015, 182 workers died, and thousands more were injured or became ill,” said Aaron Ekman, Secretary-Treasurer of the BC Federation of