Category : Labor Markets


B.C. Paramedics Union Ratifies New Contract

The union representing British Columbia paramedics has voted to approve a new contract with the province, marking a significant step in labor relations and healthcare services.

Canada's Job Losses: Not Panic Yet, But Youth Struggle

Canada's February job losses, led by Quebec's steep decline, may be statistical noise rather than economic crisis. However, a hiring slowdown is creating a tough entry for young workers, with youth unemployment rising sharply.

Canada's Largest Job Loss in Decades Sparks Despair

Canada experienced its biggest monthly job decline outside the pandemic, with over 80,000 positions lost in February 2026, described by job seekers as an 'empty pit of despair' amid economic struggles.

Why Employees Unionize and How Smart Employers Prevent It

Labor expert Howard Levitt explains that unionization stems from management failures, not union persuasion. He outlines key warning signs and proactive strategies for employers to maintain union-free workplaces through effective leadership and consistent

Coast Guard Captain Loses Grievance Over Distress Call

A Canadian Coast Guard captain has lost his labor board grievance after being fired for allegedly ignoring a distress call from a sinking mussel boat, with adjudicators emphasizing captains' legal duty to respond immediately.

Union Fights Bruyère Health Job Cuts in Ottawa

A union representing healthcare workers is pushing back against planned job reductions at Bruyère Health in Ottawa, raising concerns about patient care and staffing levels during a period of systemic strain.

Race-Based Hiring Practices Spread Across Canada

Canadian universities, government agencies, and research institutions increasingly implement race-based hiring policies, prioritizing specific racial and identity groups despite public opposition and official denials of quotas.

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