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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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March 25, 2025
https://www.barriechamber.com/2025/03/24/2025-federal-election/
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Canada’s unions call for immediate expansion of universal Pharmacare

April 1, 2025
OTTAWA –– As we prepare for the devastating economic impacts of Trump’s unjustified and reckless…
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CLC and FTQ Presidents to Address Impact of U.S. Tariffs on Canadian Workers

April 1, 2025
OTTAWA, ON — As Canada’s unions gather in Ottawa for an important meeting to discuss…
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CLC statement: Hudson’s Bay hands $3M to executives and no severance to workers

March 26, 2025
Hudson’s Bay’s financial crisis cannot and must not come at the expense of its workers.…
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Canada’s unions launch bold platform as federal election called

March 24, 2025
“Workers Together” plan challenges parties to tackle trade threats, strengthen public health care and address…
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Labour leaders launch “Building a Better Future for Working People” platform

March 21, 2025
St. John’s, NL—Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC), alongside Jessica McCormick, President…
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