The Invisibles: Migrant Workers in Canada
Jan 7, 2013
Reports of exploited foreign temps have grown as fast as the federal program. First in a series. They hand you a soothing cup of Tim Hortons, pack frozen beef in […]
URGENT ACTION: Information picket in support of United Nurses of Alberta (UNA) strikers
Jan 3, 2013
Issue: Information picket in support of United Nurses of Alberta (UNA) strikers. Action Requested: Affiliates are urged to attend an information picket at Alberta Health Services headquarters. When:Friday, January 4th, […]
Suncor Drug Testing: Energy Giant And Union Local 707 Back In Court
Jan 3, 2013
Suncor Energy’s attempt to randomly test thousands of its oilsands workers for drugs and alcohol is back under scrutiny as proceedings began again this week. Arguments are being heard in […]
Foreign worker program accepting applications
Jan 2, 2013
A pilot program that would fast-track the immigration process for trades workers began accepting applications Wednesday is a welcome change for the oilsands, says Oil Sands Developers Group Executive Director […]
Silence on the Floor
Jan 1, 2013
The recent meat recall at XL Foods Inc. in Brooks, Alberta is not wanting in superlatives. It is one of the most massive meat recalls in Canadian history involving one […]
AFL on PRC: Labour group weighs in on China’s energy interests
Dec 27, 2012
The Alberta Federation of Labour (AFL) has added its voice to those worried about the ramifications of Canada’s role in China’s energy plans. Following Prime Minister Stephen Harper’s approval of […]