Canadians for a Modern Industrial Strategy working to end hands-off approach to job creation

While income inequality has begun to receive the attention it deserves, CMIS is determined to start a serious debate on the economic development strategy for this country.

Keeping our roadways safe - national meeting of highway maintenance workers

"Working to maintain our nation’s highways should not put these workers health and safety at risk. Far too many workers have been injured or lost their lives while doing so." James Clancy

BCGEU government workers support strike action

"If the government doesn’t move on its proposals, we’ll be forced to consider job action.” - Darryl Walker, BCGEU President.

PEIUPSE health care workers make progress in negotiations

Bargaining for PEI health care workers moves forward.

SGEU calls on government to make public draft labour legislation

"Every employee in this province has the right to know more about where this is coming from and what might be in store for us," Bymoen adds.

Lack of movement on key issues pushes BCGEU members at BC Safety Authority to strike vote

BCGEU/NUPGE members at B.C. Safety Authority take strike vote to show support for bargaininig.

Developmental service workers in Toronto vote on new contract

“Positive labour relations are an important asset to all of us in these economic times,” Thomas said. “What we have here is excellent groundwork for moving forward.”

Support staff cuts at Chignecto-Central Regional School Board will damage students' education

“Without appropriate administrative support staff, schools would stop functioning,” says Jessome.

Young workers call on G20 Labour Ministers to tackle youth unemployment

Young trade unionists from all over the world are meeting prior to the G20 Labour and Employment Ministerial Meeting to discuss the dramatic situation of young people looking for a job.

NAPE - Every day. For your day campaign highlights the quality work of public service members

"Wherever and whenever you need them, NAPE is there. Every day. For your day."

PEIUPSE members at Gillis Lodge ratify first collective agreement

First contract provides improvements to working conditions and wages.

Contract flipping puts profits ahead of seniors' care in B.C.

130 health care workers to be laid off at Spring Valley care home

Social impact bonds: the latest scheme to privatize public services

Higher costs, reduced accountability and privatization are all risks in the social impact bond funding scheme for public services.

NUPGE celebrates role of licensed and registered practical nurses during National Nursing Week

"Licensed and registered practical nurses play an important role in keeping our health care system running effectively and ensure patients receive care with dignity and respect," says James Clancy, NUPGE National President.

Health care workers at the Brockville Mental Health Centre receive arbitration award

“This award reflects the value of our front-line health care members, and recognizes the importance of the work they do,” Thomas said.

No meaningful consultation planned as Saskatchewan government moves to re-write labour laws

Saskatchewan government proposes new workplace legislation but rules out public hearings.

Developmental services workers demand that societies most vulnerable don't pay for the economic crisis

Provincial governments across Canada looking to cut valued social services to some of societies most vulnerable people.

Harper cuts to refugee health care violation of medical ethics

As of June 30, refugees in Canada will be cut off access to treatment for chronic diseases. No other Canadians are denied these treatments.

NUPGE applauds decision to drop criminal libel charge against N.B. blogger

Libel charge against blogger who criticized a Fredericton police officer dropped.

Activists profiled in April/May edition of ATN Campaigner

“Income inequality is the greatest social and economic challenge facing Canada today,” said James Clancy, NUPGE President.

Mental Health Strategy released - no more excuses for inaction

Federal and provincial governments are called on to dedicate nine per cent of their health spending for mental health, representing a significant increase from the current average of about seven pe

Home care workers continue to choose NAPE as union

NAPE/NUPGE certified to represent home care workers with Exploits Homecare Agenc.

Community health workers in B.C. take bargaining break until end of May

Bargaining resumes at the end of May for community health workers in B.C.

OPSEU ESL teachers and students walk out citing health risks

“I am deeply worried about the health and safety issues that the teachers and students are facing,” said Robyn Lambe, OPSEU Local President. “At this point we don’t even know what they are being exposed to.”

Canada Post arbitrator and 3x federal Conservative candidate declines to step aside

CUPW goes to court to oppose appointment of second arbitrator; first Harper government arbitrator appointed was ruled unqualified by the court