News – Barrie & District Labour Council

Budget 2023: Progress for workers but only scratches the surface of pressing crises

March 28, 2023

Bruske: Workers will benefit from good, sustainable jobs but budget falls short on affordability and…

CLC President Bea Bruske available to react to budget

March 27, 2023

OTTAWA – Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC), will be available to…

Tampon Tuesday & Men’s Drive

March 23, 2023

We asked you to help us make this the best drive yet. You did! Thank…

Like Biden, Trudeau should put good union jobs on the agenda

March 22, 2023

By Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress as published in The Hill Times…

A Workers’ Budget: Labour demands for Budget 2023

March 21, 2023

Bruske: Workers and their families are falling behind, and our inadequate social safety net is…

CLC: Justice is long overdue for Black workers

March 21, 2023

The impacts of anti-Black racism are far reaching and have caused significant barriers to economic…

March 21, 2023

March 16, 2023

AFFILIATES: Join us for our next general meeting. Tuesday March 21 at 6 pm. Virtual.…

Another Drive & Drop Event-Be A Part of It

March 14, 2023

Tuesday March 21 between 11 am – 4 pm. Barrie. 3 great organizations. One Drive…

Enough is enough: It’s time to put workers and pensioners before big banks and CEOs.

March 9, 2023

By Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress as published in The Hill Times…

Canada’s unions: Urgent action required to rein in corporate greed

March 9, 2023

Bruske: Wealthy grocery CEOs must be held to account for Canadians’ skyrocketing grocery bills OTTAWA…

To union feminists, this International Women’s Day, I salute you

March 8, 2023

My friends, You have led the charge, for decades, to improve women’s rights and gender…

International Women’s Day 2023

March 8, 2023

Celebrate women in labour. Join one of our events today.

Union women: Stronger than ever

March 7, 2023

Union women across Canada are marking International Women’s Day by celebrating our collective victories and…

International Women’s Day Events – March 8, 2023

March 5, 2023

Two great free in-person events. Come and join the celebration! https://barrieshelter.com/ BDLC was busy today.…

Enough is Enough

February 26, 2023

Find out more by clicking on the link. Sign up. Stay informed. https://wesayenough.ca/

Community Outreach: Help Us

February 25, 2023

Another BDLC Drive and Drop Event:

SUPPORT ONA Local 134 AT:

February 20, 2023

Royal Victoria Hospital, Barrie. Thursday February 23, 2023 from 1am-1pm. Contact Char Lameront-ONA BU President/Local…

February 21, 2023

February 20, 2023

AFFILIATES: Join us for our next general meeting on Tuesday at 6pm. Please check your…

CLC President Bea Bruske responds to labour force data

February 10, 2023

Bruske: Canada’s unions pleased to see buoyancy in job market, but wages continue to lag…

Tampon Tuesday #challenge

February 10, 2023

Here we go again! Collecting for the Women & Children’s Shelter of Barrie. Let’s make…

Federal-provincial health care deal: Canada’s unions cautiously optimistic

February 7, 2023

Bruske: Health care deal is a step in the right direction — Now governments must…

Workers mobilize to Parliament Hill urging action on polycrisis

February 7, 2023

Bruske : Hundreds of workers will meet with MPs to call for urgent action on…

Statement by Bea Bruske: We need to strengthen and expand our public health care system

February 2, 2023

Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, released the following statement after meeting with…

Workers are sounding the alarm—parliamentarians must take heed

February 1, 2023

By Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress as published in The Hill Times…

BHM 2023: It’s time Canada takes care of Black care workers

February 1, 2023

Black History Month is an important time to recognize and celebrate the contributions, achievements and…

Canada’s unions welcome improved long-term care standard —but demand an end to for-profit care

January 31, 2023

OTTAWA – Canada’s unions welcome improvements to the National Long-Term Care Services Standard but they…

Canada’s unions are celebrating Canada’s ratification of International Labour Organization Convention 190

January 30, 2023

Bruske: Workers deserve a safe workplace. This historic convention will establish the right to a…

Canada’s unions: urgent action needed to end Islamophobia, protect Muslim communities

January 29, 2023

On the second National Day of Remembrance of the Québec City Mosque Attack and Action…

An economy rigged against workers could mean a ‘Winter of Discontent.’

January 26, 2023

By Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, as published in the The Globe…

Bank of Canada’s eighth consecutive rate hike means workers will take another hit

January 25, 2023

Bruske: With inflation moderating, Bank of Canada has no excuse to further burden Canadians OTTAWA––Canada’s…

Politicians must collaborate to find solutions for Canada’s struggling workers

January 24, 2023

Bruske: The choices facing decision-makers in the coming months will shape Canada for years to…

Canada’s unions congratulate Magali Picard on historic FTQ presidential win

January 19, 2023

MONTRÉAL – Canada’s unions would like to congratulate Magali Picard on being the first woman…

Time For Action-Rally

January 17, 2023

Beware of Premiers bearing promises of a quick health care fix

January 16, 2023

By Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, and Patty Coates, President of the…

Statement by the Canadian Labour Congress regarding the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC)

January 14, 2023

The Canadian Labour Congress has expressed its grave concerns about the allegations against Luca Visentini,…

New! Permanent Residence for “Out-of-Status” Construction Workers in the GTA, 2023

January 3, 2023

Permanent Residence for “Out-of-Status” Construction Workers in the GTA, 2023 The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC)…

As we head into the holidays, Canadians are struggling after being hammered by aggressive interest rate hikes

December 21, 2022

Bruske: In 2023, Parliament needs to focus on the true causes of inflation and address…

Community Outreach Project

December 20, 2022

A cold day as members of BDLC walked through #downtownbarrie handing out donated items to…

Statement from Bea Bruske on the mass shooting in Vaughan, Ontario

December 19, 2022

Canada’s unions are shocked and horrified to hear of the tragic mass shooting in Vaughan on…

International Migrants Day: Canada must do more to help undocumented people secure their rights

December 18, 2022

Canada’s unions are urging the federal government to be ambitious in developing an inclusive and…

Canada’s unions are lifting everyone up

December 15, 2022

Bruske: As Parliament adjourns, we celebrate progress made and gear up to fight even harder…

The Bank’s forgotten mandate: Support maximum sustainable employment

December 13, 2022

BRUSKE: More balanced economic policies needed to avoid devastating job losses OTTAWA –– A year…

Canada’s unions: hate and racism cannot continue to go unchecked

December 10, 2022

Canada’s unions have long brought workers together in solidarity and unity to carry on the…

Premiers and PM must get health deal done

December 9, 2022

BRUSKE: Political bickering must be replaced with all-hands-on-deck urgency to save kids’ lives OTTAWA––Canada faces…

New child care legislation includes important commitment to non-profit child care and a qualified and well-supported workforce

December 8, 2022

Bruske: We welcome new child care legislation and will fight to strengthen it as it…

Missed opportunity to push pause on rate hikes and put people first

December 7, 2022

BRUSKE: We should do everything we can to avoid job losses and a painful recession…

Bea Bruske: Bank of Canada should pause rate hikes now to avert a manufactured recession

December 6, 2022

By Bea Bruske, as published in the Financial Post. Bank risks substantially weakening our economy,…

It’s time to commit to ending gender-based violence and say never again!

December 6, 2022

Every year on December 6th people across Canada remember the 14 women who were murdered…

Day of Remembrance & Actions on Violence Against Women

December 5, 2022

Canada’s unions call for fast-tracking of Canada Disability Benefit

December 3, 2022

Canada’s unions are marking the International Day for Persons with Disabilities by renewing the call…

Sylvain Le May – Winner of the 2022 Carol McGregor CLC Disability Rights Award

December 2, 2022

December 3 is the International Day of Persons with Disabilities—which aims to promote awareness and…

It’s time to end gender-based violence at work

December 2, 2022

A call centre worker receives a torrent of verbal abuse while helping a customer. A…

Canada’s unions applaud the introduction of federal paid sick leave

December 1, 2022

Bruske: Thousands of workers in federally-regulated workplaces will benefit; now we need paid sick leave…

Community Outreach Project

November 30, 2022

Let’s walk together to distribute warm outer wear to those who need it in downtown…

On November 25th – Canada’s unions are raising awareness on Gender-Based Violence at Work

November 25, 2022

Every day in Canada women, two-spirit, trans, non-binary and gender nonconforming workers face life-threatening violence…

Unions welcome new protections for workers’ pensions

November 23, 2022

Bruske: Senate must now act quickly to pass Bill C-228 and safeguard the hard-earned pensions…

Canada’s unions on COP27: Some wins, but we have our work cut out for us

November 21, 2022

The COP27 negotiations in Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, delivered some important wins but highlighted that, more…

The Time Is Now! Support a Picket Line Near you

November 20, 2022

Our 2022 Health & Safety Awards Dinner

November 20, 2022

In partnership with the Workers Health and Safety Centre we held our Awards dinner in…

Bank of Canada’s continuous rate hike is not slowing down inflation

November 17, 2022

Bruske: It’s time to address the true causes of current inflation, protect Canadians against its…

Trans workers disproportionately impacted by harassment, violence at work

November 13, 2022

Canada’s unions are calling attention to the alarming results from the recent national survey on…

OSBCU Rally-MPP Downey’s Sat Nov 12

November 9, 2022

You know what to do and don’t forget your signs and flags. Solidarity doesn’t end…

Solidarity with Striking Amalgamated Transit Union Local 1587.

November 9, 2022

In Barrie, stand with ATULocal1587 at Allandale Station 2:30 am – 9:30 am Monday –…

Statement from Larry Rousseau: Meaningful investments and a seat at the table for workers essential for decarbonization

November 5, 2022

Larry Rousseau, Executive Vice-President of the Canadian Labour Congress, released this statement ahead of COP27:…

BDLC Stands Against Bullies (Ford) And In Solidarity With CUPE

November 4, 2022

Here is some of what that stand looks like:

We rally against Bill 28!

November 4, 2022

It’s a sad day in Ontario when the Ford government takes away the Constitutional rights…

Statement by Bea Bruske: Ford’s use of notwithstanding clause is a full-on violation of workers’ rights

November 3, 2022

Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, released the following statement in solidarity with…

Fall economic statement: Canada’s unions welcome new investments

November 3, 2022

Bruske: We are happy to finally see this government move toward a more sustainable future.…

Canadian Labour Congress President Bea Bruske available to speak on fall economic update

November 2, 2022

OTTAWA––Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, is available to talk about what the…

Statement by Bea Bruske: Canada’s unions stand in solidarity with CUPE Ontario education workers in the face of Ford’s legislative attacks

November 1, 2022

Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, released the following statement in support of…

Tell Ford: Hands off workers’ rights!

October 31, 2022

Doug Ford’s government is launching a full-frontal attack on basic labour freedoms in Ontario. Education…

In Solidarity with Ed Workers Statement

October 31, 2022

Bank of Canada determined to push the economy into a recession, no matter the impact on Canadians

October 25, 2022

Bruske: Workers cannot keep paying the price the Bank of Canada is imposing. A recession would…

Vote! October 24, 2023

October 24, 2022

Don’t be left out. Be heard. Labour votes!

Municipal Election – October 24, 2022 – endorsement

October 21, 2022

Our Political Action Committee is working hard to bring you endorsed local municipal candidates. Introducing…

Endorsed Candidates

October 20, 2022

UPDATED: Voting in your 2022 municipal election is easy, quick, and important! #YourVoiceYourVote #labourchallenge #vote

New report urges rate hike pause to save workers’ jobs

October 19, 2022

An economic report from the Canadian Labour Congress and the Centre for Future Work proposes…

Affiliates General Meeting

October 15, 2022

AFFILIATES: Join us on Tuesday October 18 at 6 pm for our general meeting. Guest…

Workers push back, demand decent work from decision-makers

October 7, 2022

As the global community marks World Day for Decent Work, workers around the world are…

Municipal Election – October 24, 2022 – endorsement

October 7, 2022

Our Political Action Committee is working hard to bring you endorsed local municipal candidates. Introducing…

Political leaders must work together and fast-track Bill C-22 on Disability Benefits

October 3, 2022

Canada’s unions are urging MPs from all parties to come together in support of Bill…

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation: A day for meaningful action and solidarity

September 30, 2022

Canada’s unions are calling on the federal government to mark the National Day for Truth…

Grocery greedflation leaves families paying more for food

September 28, 2022

Bruske: Corporate concentration drives up food prices as a few companies occupy an outsized market…

Municipal Elections – October 24, 2022-endorsement

September 26, 2022

Our Political Action Committee is working hard to bring you endorsed local municipal candidates. Introducing…

Statement by Bea Bruske: We must work to avoid a recession that would put many working families at risk

September 23, 2022

Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, released the following statement after meeting between…

To achieve gender equality, Canada’s decision makers must prioritize investments in care

September 22, 2022

Canada’s unions are marking Gender Equality Week by calling on the federal government to reduce…

Parliament must act urgently to make sure workers aren’t left behind

September 21, 2022

Bruske: MPs must extend temporary help to unemployed workers and act swiftly to permanently fix…

Politicians must put aside the rhetoric and fix the affordability crisis

September 20, 2022

Bruske: MPs must work together to help families in need and clamp down on corporate…

Equal pay for work of equal value: it’s long past the time for employers and governments to get it right on pay equity

September 18, 2022

Canada’s unions are calling on governments around the world, at all levels, to take urgent…

Labour 20 recommendations to G20 Labour and Employment Ministers

September 14, 2022

In advance of a meeting of the G20 Labour and Employment Ministers held in Bali,…

Canada’s unions welcome inflation relief

September 13, 2022

Bruske: Liberal and New Democrat cooperation will help families weather this affordability crisis OTTAWA ––…

Poilievre and the Conservatives can’t be trusted to stand up for workers

September 11, 2022

Bruske: Poilievre loud on rhetoric, but silent on his real agenda OTTAWA––With his lengthy anti-worker…

Walk A Mile In Her Shoes Event

September 11, 2022

BDLC was proud to participate once again in this important event for the Barrie Women…

Rising interest rates mean families suffer another hit in the pocketbook

September 7, 2022

Bruske: With Parliament set to return, decision makers must put Main Street, not Bay Street,…

A path to the middle class for millions of workers

September 6, 2022

By Bea Bruske, as published in The Province If you appreciate having weekends, a forty-hour…

Our 2022 Labour Day Picnic

September 6, 2022

The event may be over but our appreciation for all the attending affiliates, volunteers, vendors,…

Unions pave path to the middle class for millions of Canadians

September 5, 2022

Bruske: Growing momentum for workers to demand better OTTAWA–Canada’s unions are marking Labour Day by…

A Labour Day message from our FEESO affiliate.

September 5, 2022

Labour Day: Worker power is key to a stronger middle class

August 31, 2022

(TORONTO) Canada’s unions are encouraging workers to reclaim their power and stand up to employers…

Affiliates: Let’s work together. Our PAC needs you.

August 31, 2022

Affiliates: Join Us & Be a Part of the Change

August 28, 2022

Welcome Omar & Alex

August 24, 2022

Omar is currently a 4th year undergraduate student at Western University in London, Ontario. Prior to…

Despite slowing inflation, prices still rising faster than wages

August 16, 2022

Bruske: Government should tax corporate profiteers to pay for extending expiring EI measures OTTAWA––Improving inflation…

Progress towards a world of work free of violence and harassment

August 11, 2022

Bruske: Now we must turn to the hard work of implementing this landmark international agreement…

Bruske to PM: Work with premiers to fix Canada’s crumbling care system

August 10, 2022

As families face shuttered emergency rooms, governments must act now so people can get the…

Bank of Canada governor should stay in his lane and not undermine collective bargaining

August 2, 2022

It isn’t the 1970s; evidence does not point to a wage-price spiral. So why is…

May Day Rally 2022

August 2, 2022

BDLC affiliates are marking May Day at Meridian Place in Barrie by standing in solidarity…

Day of Mourning April 28, 2022

August 2, 2022

This years event was held in person in Barrie at City Hall. It is the…

Simcoe County OSSTF Pride Prom

August 2, 2022

This year we were one of the proud sponsors of the Simcoe County Secondary School…

Governments must help families facing economic precipice

July 28, 2022

Bruske: Mounting evidence of low-income families at grave risk from inflation crisis must be wake-up…

Canada’s unions welcome today’s B.C. court’s decision in Cambie case

July 15, 2022

Bruske: Now is the time to strengthen our public health care system OTTAWA –Canada’s unions…

Canada’s unions welcome Premiers’ call for more federal health investment – but demand greater accountability

July 12, 2022

VICTORIA––Canada’s unions welcomed the Council of the Federation’s call for increased federal health transfers but…

Canada’s unions to engage Premiers at the Council of the Federation on strengthening public health care

July 7, 2022

OTTAWA––Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, will be available to talk about next…

Bea Bruske: John Horgan is a true friend to working people

June 28, 2022

OTTAWA––Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, released the following statement: “Canada’s unions thank…

Bea Bruske: Canada’s unions express solidarity and demand action on reproductive rights

June 24, 2022

OTTAWA–– Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, released the following statement: “Today, the…

Indigenous Peoples Day 2022: Honouring Indigenous cultures on June 21 and beyond

June 21, 2022

Canada’s unions are marking Indigenous Peoples Day by standing in support and solidarity with First…

Canada’s unions: Urgent action needed to help families through the inflation crisis

June 16, 2022

OTTAWA – Day-to-day prices on essentials are surging, interest rates soaring and rents are reaching…

June 16 is International Domestic Workers’ Day

June 16, 2022

Canada’s unions are marking International Domestic Workers’ Day by calling on the federal government to…

Canada’s unions welcome cross-party collaboration on the Pension Protection Act – Bill C-228

June 14, 2022

OTTAWA – Canada’s unions welcome the cross-party collaboration of New Democrat, Bloc and Conservative MPs,…

Canada’s unions celebrate B.C. card check law to empower workers

June 3, 2022

Bruske: It’s about fairness. Premier Horgan’s government enacts critical law to support working people VICTORIA,…

Canada’s unions welcome disability benefit bill

June 2, 2022

Bruske: Now let’s get this bill passed quickly – and help end disability poverty OTTAWA…

Together, let’s move #ForwardWithPride!

May 30, 2022

In Canada and around the world, 2SLGBTQI people are facing a rising tide of hatred,…

Canada’s unions call for fast-tracking of Canada Disability Benefit

May 28, 2022

Canada’s unions are marking National AccessAbility Week (NAAW) by calling on the federal government to…

Canadians can’t afford for-profit long-term care

May 19, 2022

Bruske: It’s time to get the profit out of care OTTAWA –– A new report…

IDAHOTB: Canada’s unions call for an end to violence and harassment

May 17, 2022

Canada’s unions are marking the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia (IDAHOTB) by calling…

Conservatives refuse to talk lagging wages instead push low-wage austerity agenda

May 16, 2022

Bruske: As wages lag far behind inflation, Conservative leadership candidates ignore struggling workers. OTTAWA –…

Bruske to German Chancellor and the G7: Turn from ambition to action on climate and just transition

May 11, 2022

Bruske: We must not trade good jobs for low-quality, precarious work as we accelerate progress…

Honour Westray. Enforce the law.

May 9, 2022

May 9, 2022 marks the 30th anniversary of the Westray mine explosion that killed 26…

Turn minimum wages into living wages and index to inflation

May 6, 2022

Bruske: StatCan numbers show markets aren’t delivering fair wages – governments must take action OTTAWA…

Canada’s unions: Protect our public institutions

May 3, 2022

Canada’s unions are asking the Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry to ensure no other…

Workers welcome wins in budget bill

May 2, 2022

Bruske: Canada’s unions welcome progress on key issues, but there’s more work to do on…

Celebrate May Day the best way possible: organize!

May 1, 2022

Canada’s unions are marking May Day by standing in solidarity with workers around the world,…

Asian Heritage Month: Canada must do more to eliminate anti-Asian racism

April 30, 2022

As Canada prepares to mark Asian Heritage Month in May, anti-Asian racism and xenophobia have…

Test News Story – Petition

January 5, 2022

Tampon Tuesday

November 14, 2021

Our Women’s Committee is partnering with Community Members to sponsor another, TAMPON TUESDAY! Convenient drive-through…

Coldest Night of the Year 2020

May 26, 2020

Each year on or around February 22nd the Barrie and District Labour Council and its…