Category : Labor Markets


Air Transat pilots authorize strike ahead of holidays

Air Transat pilots have voted overwhelmingly to strike as early as Dec. 10 if no deal is reached, risking major holiday travel disruptions. The union seeks a contract matching Air Canada and WestJet.

Quebec loses $1.5B yearly due to anglo wage gap

A new study finds lower wages and higher unemployment among English-speaking Quebecers cost the provincial economy $1.5 billion annually. Experts call for targeted investment.

Crown Royal plant closure deal ratified by union

Unifor members at Diageo's Amherstburg Crown Royal bottling plant have ratified a closure agreement, securing enhanced severance and benefits ahead of the February 2026 shutdown. Learn the details.

Lethbridge Firefighters Union Ratifies New Contract

The City of Lethbridge and its local firefighters' union have successfully ratified a new collective agreement, ensuring continued emergency services and labour peace. Read the details of the deal.

Union Leader: Ontario Jobs Fund Not 'Corruption'

LiUNA's Joseph Mancinelli and Ontario Labour Minister David Piccini addressed the Empire Club, defending the provincial jobs fund against allegations of misuse. Read the full debate.

Early retirement info sent to 70,000 public servants

The federal government is distributing early retirement information to approximately 70,000 public servants. This move signals a significant workforce transition. Read the details and potential impacts.

Air Transat Pilots Vote 99% to Strike

Air Transat pilots have overwhelmingly authorized a strike, with 99% voting in favour. The union warns of a walkout if management fails to deliver a modern contract. Read the latest.

Nova Scotia minimum wage set to hit $17 in 2026

Nova Scotia's minimum wage is scheduled to increase to $17 per hour in October 2026, part of a multi-year plan. Learn about the timeline and what it means for workers and businesses.

Sudbury Firefighters Win Pay Parity with Police

An arbitrator has ruled that Sudbury firefighters will receive wage parity with city police. Salaries will rise to $119,000 by 2026. Read the details of this landmark decision.

Diageo Workers Ratify Plant Closure Deal in Amherstburg

Workers at the Diageo bottling plant in Amherstburg have ratified a closure agreement after the company decided to move operations to the U.S. The deal includes severance and support, but union calls it a 'hard pill to swallow.'

Diageo Amherstburg Plant Closure Deal Ratified by Workers

Workers at the Diageo bottling plant in Amherstburg, Ontario, have ratified a closure agreement. The deal finalizes the shuttering of the facility, impacting hundreds of local jobs. Learn the details and implications for the community.

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