Injured Workers’ Day Highlights Need for Improved Compensation System
May 31, 2016
Vancouver – June 1 is National Injured Workers’ Day, a day to stand in solidarity with injured workers for the restoration of dignity, respect and justice.
The following is a statement from Irene Lanzinger, President of the BC Federation of Labour:
“Every year the BC Federation of... more National Day of Mourning – a call to action for a comprehensive ban on asbestos
April 28, 2016
Vancouver – The following is a statement from Irene Lanzinger, President of the BC Federation of Labour, marking the National Day of Mourning:
“Every year communities across the country hold ceremonies to mark the National Day of Mourning on April 28.
It is a day we remember all... more Renewed call for Public Inquiry on the Anniversary of the Lakeland Sawmill Explosion
April 23, 2016
Vancouver – The following is a statement from Irene Lanzinger, President of the BC Federation of Labour, marking the fourth anniversary of the Lakeland sawmill explosion:
“It has been four long years since the tragic explosion at the Lakeland sawmill in Prince George on April 23,... more Statement on the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
March 21, 2016
Vancouver – The following is a statement from Irene Lanzinger, President of the BC Federation of Labour, on the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination:
“Today marks the United Nations International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination.
The BC... more Statement on International Women’s Day
March 8, 2016
Vancouver – The following is a statement from Irene Lanzinger, President of the BC Federation of Labour, on International Women’s Day:
March 8 marks International Women’s Day – a day to reflect on the past achievements and victories of the women’s movement, and a day to name the... more Renewed calls for Public Inquiry on the Anniversary of Babine Sawmill Explosion
January 20, 2016
Vancouver – The following is a joint statement from the United Steelworkers, the BC Federation of Labour, the First Nations Summit, the Union of BC Indian Chiefs and the BC Assembly of First Nations marking the fourth anniversary of the Babine sawmill explosion:
“It has been four... more Remembering the fallen workers of the Bentall Tower tragedy
January 7, 2016
Vancouver – The following is a statement from BC Federation of Labour President, Irene Lanzinger, marking the 35th 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 BC Federation of Labour Statement on International Human Rights Day
December 10, 2015
Vancouver - The following is a statement from Irene Lanzinger, President of the BC Federation of Labour, on International Human Rights Day.
“December 10, 2015 marks the 50th anniversary of two important international laws that have shaped the landscape of human rights around the... more Statement on the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women
December 4, 2015
Vancouver - The following is a statement from Irene Lanzinger, President of the BC Federation of Labour, on the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women.
“Today marks the 26th anniversary of the day a 25-year-old man walked into the École Polytechnique de... more BC Federation of Labour Statement on International Persons with Disabilities Day
December 3, 2015
Vancouver – The following is a statement from Irene Lanzinger, President of the BC Federation of Labour regarding International Persons with Disabilities Day.
“This year marks the 23rd anniversary of International Persons with Disabilities Day, proclaimed in December 1992 by the UN... more