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The Barrie & District Labour Council plays an integral role in promoting and carrying out the programs and policies of the Canadian Labour Congress, the labour movement and all workers rights.

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Statement from the Canadian Labour Congress: Standing united against U.S. tariff threats

January 17, 2025
Canada’s unions are deeply alarmed by the U.S. administration’s threat to impose a 25% tariff…
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A merry Christmas for many in Simcoe County thanks to OPSEU 303 Paramedics.

December 24, 2024
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BEA BRUSKE: IT’S TIME TO PUT WORKERS FIRST IN THE FACE OF ECONOMIC UNCERTAINTY

December 20, 2024
Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress OTTAWA — There’s been too…
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Migrant workers in Canada deserve access to permanent residency and citizenship

December 18, 2024
Canada’s unions are marking International Migrants Day by continuing to call on the government to…
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THE FALL ECONOMIC STATEMENT FAILS FOR WORKERS

December 16, 2024
Canada’s unions continue to demand a government that prioritizes the needs of workers over corporate…
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