Website Urges Postal Workers to Vote No on Canada Post Deal
An anonymous website called 'CUPW Vote No' is advocating for postal workers to reject the tentative agreement with Canada Post, while the union remains neutral on the site's origins.
Category : Labor Markets
Quebec Firms Battle to Retain Foreign Workers Amid Crackdown
Quebec businesses face workforce challenges as immigration program changes threaten foreign workers' status, with employers warning of economic impacts and labor shortages across sectors.
Union Threatens Legal Action Over Federal Office Mandate
The Public Service Alliance of Canada is considering legal action after the federal government increased mandatory in-office time for public servants to a minimum of four days per week.
Canada's 'Bizarre' Jobs Report Shows Economic Contradictions
Canada's January jobs report shows unemployment falling to 6.5% while the economy lost 25,000 positions, creating what economists call a 'bizarre' and contradictory picture for the Bank of Canada.
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Alberta Unemployment Steady, Matches National Average
Alberta's unemployment rate remained stable in early 2026, aligning with the national average. The latest data shows consistent labor market performance across the province.
PSAC Threatens Legal Action Over 4-Day Office Mandate
Canada's largest public service union is preparing legal challenges against the federal government's new requirement for employees to work four days weekly in office, calling the mandate 'insulting' during active bargaining.
Windsor Jobless Rate Increases in Economic Update
Windsor, Ontario, sees a rise in unemployment rates, highlighting economic challenges in the region. The increase reflects broader labor market trends affecting local employment opportunities.
Canada Loses 25,000 Jobs, Unemployment Rate Falls to 6.5%
Canada's economy shed 25,000 jobs in January, yet the unemployment rate declined to 6.5%, the lowest since September 2024, as fewer people actively sought work.
Unemployment Drops to 6.5% Despite Job Losses in Canada
Canada's unemployment rate declined to 6.5% in January, even as the economy shed 25,000 jobs, according to Statistics Canada. The mixed report highlights ongoing labor market adjustments.
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Canada Awaits January Jobs Report from Statistics Canada
Statistics Canada is set to release the January 2026 employment figures, providing a crucial snapshot of the nation's economic health and labour market trends.
Calgary Job Fair Attracts Hundreds of Youth and Newcomers
The Immigrant Education Society (TIES) hosted a successful Employer Appreciation and Youth Networking Event in Calgary, drawing hundreds of participants seeking employment and career connections.
Public Service Unions Threaten Strike Over 4-Day Office Mandate
Federal government's announcement requiring public servants to return to offices four days weekly has ignited union outrage, with leaders calling the timing insulting and warning of potential strike action over remote work policies.
B.C. Floats Early Retirement Incentives for Public Service
B.C. Public Service Agency head Shannon Salter emails employees about potential early retirement incentives as government seeks efficiencies to tackle $11.2 billion deficit.
Starbucks Union Calls for App Deletion in Contract Battle
Unionized Starbucks baristas escalate their fight for a first contract by urging supporters to delete the Starbucks app, targeting the chain's mobile sales which account for over 30% of transactions.
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Calgary Job Fair Helps Newcomer Youth Overcome Employment Barriers
A youth job fair in northeast Calgary organized by The Immigrant Education Society aims to connect newcomers and young job-seekers with employers, addressing challenges like lack of Canadian references and rising youth unemployment rates.
Labour Board Rejects Challenge to Unpaid Leave for Unvaccinated Staff
The Federal Public Sector Labour Relations Board has dismissed a union challenge against unpaid leave for unvaccinated federal employees, upholding the government's COVID-19 policy.
US Job Openings Fall to 6.5 Million, Lowest Since 2020
US job openings declined to 6.5 million in recent data, marking the lowest level since 2020, as the labor market shows signs of persistent sluggishness amid broader economic shifts.
U.S. Job Openings Fall to Lowest Level Since 2020
U.S. job openings dropped to 6.5 million in December, the lowest in over five years, highlighting a sluggish labor market despite strong economic growth.
Canada's Wonderland Opening May 3, Hiring 4,000 Workers
Canada's Wonderland in Vaughan announces its May 3 opening date for the 2026 season and seeks to hire 4,000 seasonal workers across various departments with competitive wages and perks.
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Saskatoon Paramedics Vote for Job Action
Paramedics in Saskatoon have voted overwhelmingly in favor of job action, citing critical staffing shortages and unsustainable working conditions that are impacting emergency response.
Saskatoon Paramedics Vote 100% for Job Action
Saskatoon paramedics and emergency dispatchers have voted unanimously to pursue job action after negotiations with Medavie Health Services West broke down, citing exhaustion and staffing crises.
N.S. Long-Term Care Sites Vote for Strike Ahead of Meeting
Workers at numerous long-term care facilities across Nova Scotia have voted overwhelmingly in favor of strike action as conciliation talks approach, highlighting ongoing labor tensions in the healthcare sector.
Quebec to Pay FIQ $50K Over Unpaid Bonuses
The Quebec government has been ordered to pay the FIQ health union $50,000 in damages for failing to provide negotiated bonuses to its members, following a lengthy labor dispute.
Halifax Ends Imperial Cleaners Contracts Over Wage Issues
The City of Halifax terminates contracts with Imperial Cleaners at 21 municipal sites due to living wage compliance concerns, sparking debate on fair compensation.
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Montreal Blue-Collar Workers Ready to Ramp Up Pressure Tactics
Montreal's blue-collar workers union warns of intensified pressure tactics if recent 24-hour strike doesn't spur progress in contract negotiations with the city over wage disputes.
Canada's Wonderland Hiring 4,000 Seasonal Workers
Canada's Wonderland announces 4,000 seasonal job openings for the 2026 season, offering diverse roles in Vaughan, Ontario, as the park prepares for summer operations.
Montreal Blue-Collar Workers Strike, Essential Services Maintained
Approximately 6,000 blue-collar workers in Montreal have initiated a strike, while the city ensures essential services continue uninterrupted during the labor dispute.
Toronto Operator Fired for Pot Use Gets Job Back
An arbitrator has ordered the reinstatement of a heavy equipment operator terminated from a Toronto safety-sensitive plant for allegedly smoking cannabis during lunch and subsequent insolent behavior toward management.
Montreal Blue-Collar Workers Strike After 17 Years
Approximately 6,000 Montreal blue-collar workers represented by CUPE Local 301 are staging a 24-hour strike over wage negotiations, marking their first walkout in nearly two decades.
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Court Overturns WestJet Worker's Firing Ruling
The Federal Court of Appeal has overturned a decision that reinstated a WestJet employee fired for making inappropriate comments about female colleagues' bodies and their daughters' development.
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