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The Senate has passed a government bill that would ban the use of replacement workers during a legal strike in a federally regulated workplace and it is now set to become law. An overall view of the Senate is shown in Ottawa on Tuesday, Nov. 23, 2021. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld

Replacement worker ban approved for Canada’s federal workplaces

‘Anti-scab’ legislation passes Senate, likely to become law sometime next year

 

A WestJet logo is seen in the domestic check-in area at Vancouver International Airport, in Richmond, B.C., on May 19, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

WestJet Encore pilots ratify deal, averting possibility of strike

Contract goes into effect immediately, with retroactive pay to Jan. 1

 

An Uber driver is seen in Vancouver, Friday, Jan. 24, 2020. British Columbia has finalized regulations to provide minimum-wage measures and basic protections for ride-hailing and delivery workers using app-based platforms such as Uber, Lyft, DoorDash and SkipTheDishes. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

Minimum wage, other rules for B.C. app-based ride and delivery work

Province says first such regulations in Canada come into effect this September

 

Workers at Canada’s borders won’t go on strike this week, after their union reached a tentative agreement with the federal government. A Canada Border Services Agency officer speaks with travellers crossing at the Niagara Falls International Rainbow Bridge in Niagara Falls, Ontario Friday, June 7, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Aaron Lynett

Border strike averted, union announces tentative agreement

Public Service Alliance of Canada says details coming after they are shared with members on Thursday

Workers at Canada’s borders won’t go on strike this week, after their union reached a tentative agreement with the federal government. A Canada Border Services Agency officer speaks with travellers crossing at the Niagara Falls International Rainbow Bridge in Niagara Falls, Ontario Friday, June 7, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Aaron Lynett
WestJet mechanics have voted overwhelmingly against a proposed new deal. (Black Press file photo)

WestJet mechanics reject contract in decision CEO calls ‘deeply concerning’

Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association represents some 670 aircraft tradespeople

WestJet mechanics have voted overwhelmingly against a proposed new deal. (Black Press file photo)
The union representing more than 9,000 Canada Border Services Agency employees says workers are set to strike on Friday if a deal is not reached with the federal government by then. CBSA officers investigate a vehicle crossing at the Niagara Falls International Rainbow Bridge in Niagara Falls, Ontario Friday, June 7, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Aaron Lynett

Canadian border strike deadline pushed back as talks continue

Public Service Alliance of Canada says it has moved its strike deadline to Friday at 12:01 a.m.

The union representing more than 9,000 Canada Border Services Agency employees says workers are set to strike on Friday if a deal is not reached with the federal government by then. CBSA officers investigate a vehicle crossing at the Niagara Falls International Rainbow Bridge in Niagara Falls, Ontario Friday, June 7, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Aaron Lynett
The Douglas-Peace Arch border crossing is seen in Surrey, B.C., on Monday, March 16, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

Canadian border strike pushed back at least until June 12: union

Mediation continues between the Public Service Alliance of Canada and federal government

The Douglas-Peace Arch border crossing is seen in Surrey, B.C., on Monday, March 16, 2020. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck
A Canada Border Services Agency officer speaks to a motorist entering Canada at the Douglas-Peace Arch border crossing, in Surrey, B.C., on Monday, August 9, 2021. The union representing thousands of Canadian border workers says they will begin job action Friday afternoon if no deal is reached by then. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

More than 9,000 border workers set to walk out this afternoon

Mediation with Public Service Alliance of Canada ongoing since Monday

A Canada Border Services Agency officer speaks to a motorist entering Canada at the Douglas-Peace Arch border crossing, in Surrey, B.C., on Monday, August 9, 2021. The union representing thousands of Canadian border workers says they will begin job action Friday afternoon if no deal is reached by then. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck
A Canada Border Services Agency officer speaks to a motorist entering Canada at the Douglas-Peace Arch border crossing, in Surrey, B.C., on Monday, August 9, 2021. The union representing thousands of Canadian border workers says they will begin job action Friday afternoon if no deal is reached by then. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

Border strike could begin as early as 1 p.m. Friday in B.C.

Union says job action will start Friday afternoon if mediation fails

A Canada Border Services Agency officer speaks to a motorist entering Canada at the Douglas-Peace Arch border crossing, in Surrey, B.C., on Monday, August 9, 2021. The union representing thousands of Canadian border workers says they will begin job action Friday afternoon if no deal is reached by then. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck
Manufacturers say a rail strike would raise expenses, lower sales and delay shipments, as industry groups grapple with looming uncertainty about key transport links. A CN Rail train moves cargo containers at the Centerm Container Terminal at port in Vancouver, on Friday, July 14, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

Rail strike impact ‘significant or severe’: Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters

9,300 workers could walk off the job if they are unable to reach new agreements

Manufacturers say a rail strike would raise expenses, lower sales and delay shipments, as industry groups grapple with looming uncertainty about key transport links. A CN Rail train moves cargo containers at the Centerm Container Terminal at port in Vancouver, on Friday, July 14, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck
Unifor has filed an unfair labour practice complaint against Amazon amid a vote by workers at a Delta, B.C. warehouse over whether they want to join the union. Signage at an Amazon fulfilment centre is pictured in Ottawa on Monday, July 11, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick

Labour practice complaint filed against Amazon in B.C. warehouse hiring

Unifor alleges Amazon ramped up hiring at Delta facility ahead of union vote

Unifor has filed an unfair labour practice complaint against Amazon amid a vote by workers at a Delta, B.C. warehouse over whether they want to join the union. Signage at an Amazon fulfilment centre is pictured in Ottawa on Monday, July 11, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick
A WestJet logo is seen in the domestic check-in area at Vancouver International Airport, in Richmond, B.C., on Friday, May 19, 2023. The union representing WestJet Encore pilots says its members rejected a tentative deal reached last month, with just over half voting the agreement down. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

Pilots reject WestJet Encore deal; airline says operations as normal

Union says members want to see more action to improve recruitment, retention and morale

A WestJet logo is seen in the domestic check-in area at Vancouver International Airport, in Richmond, B.C., on Friday, May 19, 2023. The union representing WestJet Encore pilots says its members rejected a tentative deal reached last month, with just over half voting the agreement down. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck
The federal government is asking a labour tribunal to review whether a strike by rail workers would jeopardize Canadians’ health and safety. Labour and Seniors Ministerr Seamus O’Regan during a news conference, in Ottawa, Wednesday, May 1, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld

Federal safety review could delay massive national railway strike

Feds order Industrial Relations Board probe as concerns mount about clogged supply chain

The federal government is asking a labour tribunal to review whether a strike by rail workers would jeopardize Canadians’ health and safety. Labour and Seniors Ministerr Seamus O’Regan during a news conference, in Ottawa, Wednesday, May 1, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Adrian Wyld
A WestJet passenger jet taxis while a WestJet turbo prop plane sits parked at a departure gate at the Calgary International Airport on Wednesday, May 31, 2023. A statement from the Calgary-based airline says a tentative deal between it and the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association has been agreed to. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh

WestJet mechanics lockout averted, tenative deal reached

Terms of deal with Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association not yet available

A WestJet passenger jet taxis while a WestJet turbo prop plane sits parked at a departure gate at the Calgary International Airport on Wednesday, May 31, 2023. A statement from the Calgary-based airline says a tentative deal between it and the Aircraft Mechanics Fraternal Association has been agreed to. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh
Federal public servants will have to work from their offices at least three days a week as of Sept. 9. President of the Treasury Board Anita Anand rises during Question Period in the House of Commons on Parliament Hill, in Ottawa, Thursday, April 18, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Patrick Doyle

3-days-in-the-office mandate blindsides federal government workers

Public Service Alliance of Canada outraged about new policies regarding work from home

Federal public servants will have to work from their offices at least three days a week as of Sept. 9. President of the Treasury Board Anita Anand rises during Question Period in the House of Commons on Parliament Hill, in Ottawa, Thursday, April 18, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Patrick Doyle
B.C. Ferries navigate around luxury passenger vessel MV Isabelle on their routes between downtown Nanaimo and Gabriola Island Thursday morning, Feb. 8. The ship is a luxury floatel waiting off Nanaimo for approval to use as construction workers accommodations for Woodfibre LNG’s export facility in Howe Sound. (Chris Bush/ News Bulletin)

Fearful Squamish rejects ‘floatel’ housing for LNG plant workers

Council votes to reject repurposed cruise ship citing safety and environmental concerns

B.C. Ferries navigate around luxury passenger vessel MV Isabelle on their routes between downtown Nanaimo and Gabriola Island Thursday morning, Feb. 8. The ship is a luxury floatel waiting off Nanaimo for approval to use as construction workers accommodations for Woodfibre LNG’s export facility in Howe Sound. (Chris Bush/ News Bulletin)
Paul Boucher, President, Teamsters Canada Rail Conference (TCRC) speaks during a press conference to announce the results of strike votes at Canadian National (CN) and Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) on Parliament Hill in Ottawa on Wednesday, May 1, 2024. He is joined by fellow teamsters. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick

Strike mandate for both major railways puts Canada’s supply train on alert

Union: 9,300 CN and CPKC workers vote 97 per cent in favour of a strike mandate

Paul Boucher, President, Teamsters Canada Rail Conference (TCRC) speaks during a press conference to announce the results of strike votes at Canadian National (CN) and Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) on Parliament Hill in Ottawa on Wednesday, May 1, 2024. He is joined by fellow teamsters. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Sean Kilpatrick
Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Marc Miller rises during Question Period in the House of Commons on Parliament Hill in Ottawa on Thursday, March 21, 2024. Miller is announcing that starting in September, international students will be able to work 24 hours per week off-campus while pursuing their studies. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang

24 hours work a week available for foreign students in September

Former 20-hour cap in Canada was waived during the pandemic

Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Marc Miller rises during Question Period in the House of Commons on Parliament Hill in Ottawa on Thursday, March 21, 2024. Miller is announcing that starting in September, international students will be able to work 24 hours per week off-campus while pursuing their studies. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang
A Kansas City Southern locomotive is shown in this undated photo. Canadian Pacific Kansas City reported its first-quarter profit fell compared with a year ago.THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO-Kansas City Southern

Canadian Pacific, union appear on track for spring rail strike

Canadian National also in talks with their workers, setting up a precarious freight scenario

A Kansas City Southern locomotive is shown in this undated photo. Canadian Pacific Kansas City reported its first-quarter profit fell compared with a year ago.THE CANADIAN PRESS/HO-Kansas City Southern
Federal Labour Minister Seamus O’Regan says he’s appointed an Industrial Inquiry Commission to dig deeper into the underlying causes of B.C.’s port strike last summer. Striking International Longshore and Warehouse Union Canada workers march to a rally as gantry cranes used to load and unload cargo containers from ships sit idle at port, in Vancouver, B.C., Thursday, July 6, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

Inquiry launched into B.C.’s costly 2023 port strike

Federal Labour Minister appoints Industrial Inquiry Commission to dig into the underlying causes

Federal Labour Minister Seamus O’Regan says he’s appointed an Industrial Inquiry Commission to dig deeper into the underlying causes of B.C.’s port strike last summer. Striking International Longshore and Warehouse Union Canada workers march to a rally as gantry cranes used to load and unload cargo containers from ships sit idle at port, in Vancouver, B.C., Thursday, July 6, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck