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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 […]

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, […]

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 […]

AFL stands in solidarity with Idle No More
Dec 21, 2012

Union leaders oppose bill that targets indigenous rights Edmonton – The Alberta Federation of Labour is urging Canadians to be Idle No More in opposing Bill C-45. On the morning […]