… promises September 11, 2017 Share September 11, 2017 Victoria—The B.C. budget update formalizes commitments to important gains for working people, … is already clear that Premier John Horgan can deliver on policy proposals that will make life more affordable for …
… increases based on the rate of inflation as a possible way forward, other metrics, such as using the median hourly wage, … President Joe Biden’s economic plan, has also received support – including by Unifor. Alternatively, developing a … that would be tasked with researching minimum wage policy in Canada and its impacts on workers, business and …
… Persons. By designating a special day in recognition of seniors, the UN is drawing attention to the important contribution of seniors and to changing demographics: … everyone by expanding the Canada Pension Plan. This is a policy decision that would benefit the next generation of …
… Unifor unveils 29 recommendations to boost Canada’s auto sector August 11, 2022 Share Main Image Image TORONTO —Unifor members endorsed a new auto policy at the union’s Constitutional Convention that sets …
… care privatization May 31, 2023 Share Main Image Image TORONTO- Health care workers, activists, and community organizers rallied at … arrive amidst ongoing debates surrounding healthcare policy in the province, particularly since Premier Doug Ford …
… Proposed Bill 60 a dangerous path for Ontario to take March 27, 2023 Share Main Image Image Kelly-Anne Orr, Unifor’s Assistant to the National Officers, warns the … to the Ontario government’s Standing Committee on Social Policy on March 20, focusing on the province’s proposed …
… Follow up to pre-budget presentation to Minister Fortier March 30, 2021 Share The Honourable Mona Fortier … expectations and aspirations of our members into the policy work we do across the Union. We were pleased to see … common values and guiding principles based on universality, accessibility, equity, fairness, compassion, flexibility, …
… with Disabilities November 17, 2015 Share Around the world over a billion people are living with disabilities and … Disabilities. It is a theme that our union embraces. Unifor has long recognized that promoting an understanding of … make this a real priority and we expect that any national policy will promote the principle of empowerment. People …
… Response to the Report of the Ontario Workforce Recovery Advisory December 10, … found the CTB to be substantially lacking in funding and accessibility, both of which are needed to ensure workers … recently adopted legislation only requires a written policy to be in place rather than prescribing the rights for …
… Sport and persons with disabilities Image Unifor represents … of systemic barriers in the labour market and in public policy. Unifor has long recognized that promoting an … the convention. Any steps taken by government must promote accessibility and remove all types of barriers in society to …
… productive and prosperous economy; and that affects all Unifor members. Unfortunately, in many cities and towns, investments in public … competitiveness for Canadian products. Unfortunately, these policy tools are not used nearly often enough. Canada fails …
… National Aboriginal Day June 20, 2016 Share On the 20th Anniversary of National Aboriginal Day we celebrate the unique heritage, diverse … to our union, our communities and the broader movement for social justice. The occasion of National Aboriginal Day …
… July 8, 2020 Share Main Image Image July 8, 2020 OTTAWA – More than 1000 VIA Rail workers received layoff notice today, along with news that … emailed Morneau and Minister Qualtrough demanding that this policy be revoked. How many thousands of workers need to …
… 2014 Share School bus drivers joined Ontario Regional Director Katha Fortier on Monday to take their concerns with how school bus … Minister Liz Sandals’ top staff and school transportation policy advisors. The report documents the race to the bottom …
… Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia May 14, 2015 Share Unifor calls on everyone to join us in recognizing May 17 th as … as we renew our commitment to the continued struggle for justice. Homophobia and transphobia continue to take hold … we have made tremendous gains in legal, societal and workplace rights, homophobia and transphobia continue to …
… Unifor stands up for travelers and fairness May 27, 2015 Share TORONTO , May … The Greater Toronto Airports Authority implemented the new policy May 5 . "We are here today to tell the GTAA we paid … where travelers could just hop into a car. Under the new policy, that space is open only to pre-arranged rides, …
… business, student and community leaders met today with senior members of the federal cabinet to discuss ways to create more good jobs in this country. "Today's meeting shows what … Federation of Students, and the Canadian Centre forPolicy Alternatives in Toronto in 2014. The Summit brought …
… Labour Image Unifor represents more than 310,000 members in all sectors of … there to protect and support Canadians. Specific issues and policy recommendations Improving labour laws The last decade … and their communities. Since the 1990s, EI changes reduced accessibility and the level and the duration of benefits. In …
… We are running out of time. Every day there’s a new study or argument published in newspapers or magazines , demanding paid sick leave to curb the spread … Municipalities are taking up the fight , with the support of workers. Small businesses and public health experts …
… Unifor: Canada Job Grants deal overdue February 28, 2014 Share OTTAWA , Feb. 28, 2014 /CNW/ - Word that provinces will not have to cut existing job … with the provinces before announcing it. "It was a divisive policy that only served to divide groups that should have …
… Unifor comment and recommendations on government plans to … to you are recommendations based on three broad-based policy areas that we believe are essential to an economic … . Government must ensure that as the economy reopens, accessibility to transit and child care is of paramount …
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