Montreal STM, union reach tentative labour deal
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.
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U.S. Jobless Claims Fall Below 200,000 Last Week
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.
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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.
Canadian Hiring Slows in 2026, Skills Gap a Major Hurdle
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 Leader Calls for Firm Canadian Stance in Trade Talks
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.
Quebec paramedics to strike on Christmas Eve
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.
Canada Post Labour Dispute Shakes Public Trust
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 on verge of strike after CBA talks stall
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.
How Robots Are Changing Service Jobs in Canada
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.
Canada's GDP shrinks 0.3% in October
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, union reach tentative deal for 55,000 workers
Canada Post and CUPW have reached a tentative five-year agreement, ensuring holiday mail stability. Workers will vote on ratification in early 2026. Details on wage increases inside.
Canada Post, union reach tentative agreements
Canada Post and its union have reached tentative agreements, with a ratification vote expected in the new year. This news comes alongside other national updates.
Canada Post, CUPW reach tentative labour agreements
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.
67,500 B.C. health workers vote to approve 4-year deal
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 President: Tariffs to Weigh Heavy on Workers in 2026
Unifor National President Lana Payne warns that tariffs will significantly impact Canadian workers in 2026. Get the full outlook on labour and economic challenges.
Manitoba casino defends employee dismissal in court filing
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.
Hydro-Québec reaches tentative deal with 5,500-member union
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.
Unifor's Lana Payne Prepares for Challenges After Tough Year
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.
Why Canadian Bosses Prefer Hiring Foreign Workers
A peer-reviewed study reveals temporary foreign workers accept lower pay and longer hours, impacting domestic wages. Explore the data and economic consequences.
Public sector union PSAC sued by suspended executives
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.
Integrity probe launched into Ontario minister David Piccini
Ontario's integrity commissioner will investigate Labour Minister David Piccini regarding the Skills Development Fund. Get the latest details on the probe announced December 18, 2025.
Worker injured at Eglinton Crosstown site, ministry investigating
A construction worker was hospitalized after an industrial accident at the Eglinton Crosstown LRT west extension site in Toronto. The Ministry of Labour is investigating the non-life-threatening incident.
Ontario's New Pay Transparency Rules to Shake Up Market
Experts predict Ontario's new pay transparency regulations will significantly impact hiring and wages. Learn how these rules could reshape the province's labour landscape.
3+ Unemployed for Every Job Vacancy in Canada, October Data Shows
New data reveals a challenging Canadian labour market, with more than three unemployed individuals for every job opening in October. Explore the details and implications for the economy.
Pasta dinner for locked-out Titan Tool workers in Tecumseh
Tecumseh's deputy mayor delivered a hot pasta meal to workers locked out at Titan Tool. A local act of solidarity highlights the human impact of the ongoing labour dispute.
Labour Shortage Ends as Job Vacancies Keep Falling in Canada
Statistics Canada reports a continued decline in job vacancies, with openings dropping 2.8% in Q3 2025. Explore the shift from labour shortage to job shortage and what it means for the economy.
Canadian Private Sector Unionization Drops to 15%
New data reveals a stark divide in Canadian unionization, with public sector workers five times more likely to be unionized. Explore the trends reshaping labour.
Second STM strike begins in Montreal
Montreal's public transit faces a second strike as professional staff join maintenance workers in walkout. Details on the escalating labour dispute impacting commuters.
Louvre strike extended as museum partially reopens
Employees at the Louvre museum in Paris have voted to continue their strike, disrupting operations at the world's most visited museum. Get the latest details on the labour action.
Toronto teen worker injured in meat grinder accident
A 19-year-old female worker in Toronto is hospitalized with serious injuries after her hand became caught in a meat grinder. The Ministry of Labour is investigating the industrial incident.
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