B.C. unions poised for potential 2026 strikes
A look at the major B.C. unions, including TransLink workers, heading into critical contract negotiations in 2026, with potential for widespread labour disruption. Learn who could walk out.
A look at the major B.C. unions, including TransLink workers, heading into critical contract negotiations in 2026, with potential for widespread labour disruption. Learn who could walk out.
Negotiations to end the Montreal STM transit strike remain on hold with no date to resume. Three peripheral agreements have been signed, but core issues persist. Get the latest details.
Le Massif de Charlevoix alleges its union has not presented the resort's proposals to employees, escalating tensions in the ongoing labour dispute. Get the latest details.
A strike has forced the suspension of operations at the Le Massif de Charlevoix ski resort in Quebec. The work stoppage impacts skiers and resort staff.
The STM and its professionals' union have reached a tentative agreement, ensuring continued public transit operations in Montreal. Details of the deal are pending ratification.
A union representing Revenu Quebec employees has announced strike action for evenings and weekends, impacting tax services. Get the latest details on the labour dispute.
Legal aid staff in Quebec have suspended their strike action to engage in a concentrated period of negotiations with the government. Get the latest details on the labour dispute.
The construction strike in Montreal's residential sector intensifies as L’Alliance syndicale files a formal complaint for bad faith bargaining. Get the latest details on the ongoing labour dispute.
Negotiations continue for a third day in the Montreal residential construction strike. Get the latest updates on the talks impacting the city's building sector.
Government engineers in Quebec have resumed their strike, halting key public infrastructure projects. Learn about the dispute's impact and the ongoing negotiations.
A major residential construction strike in Montreal could begin Wednesday if the APCHQ refuses to consult its members. Learn the critical details and potential impacts on the city's housing projects.
Significant employment law changes are now active in Saskatchewan, affecting how workers receive tips and access paid sick leave. Learn what the new regulations mean for employees and employers across the province.
Alberta's agricultural sector highlights the crucial role of temporary foreign workers in providing stable labour, essential for farm operations and Canada's food security. Learn why this program is indispensable.
New U.S. jobless benefit applications dropped below 200,000 last week, with layoffs remaining at historically low levels. Explore the latest economic indicators and what they signal for the labour market.
Nineteen U.S. states will increase their minimum wage on January 1, 2026, with many reaching $15+ per hour. Explore the full list and the impact on workers.
A new survey reveals Canadian companies are scaling back hiring plans for early 2026, with a growing skills mismatch posing the biggest challenge. Discover the key trends shaping the labour market.
Unifor National President Lana Payne calls on the Canadian government to adopt a strong, unwavering position as crucial trade discussions approach. Learn about the union's demands for protecting workers.
Paramedics and ambulance technicians in Quebec will launch a strike on December 24, 2025, impacting emergency services during the holiday season. Learn the details and potential consequences.
A lengthy labour dispute at Canada Post has significantly eroded public confidence in the national postal service. Learn how the disruption is affecting communities and what it means for reliability.
ECHL players are preparing for a potential strike after collective bargaining talks reached a critical impasse, threatening the upcoming hockey season. Get the latest details.
From robot baristas in Toronto to clerk-less stores, automation is reshaping Canada's service sector. Discover the trend driven by labour shortages and consumer readiness.
Statistics Canada reports a 0.3% economic contraction in October, driven by manufacturing declines and service sector strikes. A preliminary estimate shows a slight 0.1% rebound in November.
Canada Post and CUPW have reached tentative deals covering 55,000 workers, featuring a 6.5% first-year wage increase and averting strike action. Ratification votes are set for early 2026.
A union representing tens of thousands of health care workers in British Columbia has ratified a new four-year collective agreement. Learn the details of this significant labour deal.
Unifor National President Lana Payne warns that tariffs will significantly impact Canadian workers in 2026. Get the full outlook on labour and economic challenges.
A Winnipeg casino has filed a legal defence, stating the termination of an employee was justified. Get the latest details on this developing Manitoba labour case.
A major labour dispute at Hydro-Québec has been averted as the utility reaches a tentative agreement with a key union. Details on the deal announced December 19, 2025.
As 2025 concludes, Unifor National President Lana Payne assesses a difficult year for Canadian workers and outlines the union's strategy for the coming challenges. Read the full interview.
A peer-reviewed study reveals temporary foreign workers accept lower pay and longer hours, impacting domestic wages. Explore the data and economic consequences.
Canada's largest public service union, PSAC, faces three lawsuits from component union leaders suspended after opposing a 2023 labour deal. Plaintiffs seek millions in damages and reinstatement.