Union Job Helps
Aug 29, 2011
My husband and I have worked to raise our three children to the best of our ability. At times we have struggled to keep food on the table, clothes on […]
Minister’s secretive review of labour code fatally flawed: Biased process launched at the whim of lobby group, says AFL
Aug 26, 2011
A review of the labour code launched by Alberta employment minister Thomas Lukaszuk is doomed to fail unless the process is changed, says the province’s largest labour group. “The minister […]
Construction labour laws face major review: Province seeks changes to reduce costs
Aug 26, 2011
The Alberta government is quietly consulting with employers and unions about major changes to the labour laws that cover the province’s massive construction sector. Employment and Immigration Minister Thomas Lukaszuk […]
ACT NOW: Stop union busting at YATAŞ Furniture Company in Ankara
Aug 24, 2011
A common pattern of union-busting in Turkey conducted against the BWI-affiliated Wood Workers’ Union (AĞAÇ-İŞ) in Ankara. AĞAÇ-İŞ is affiliated with Confederation of Turkish Trade Unions (TÜRK-İŞ) at the national […]
Alberta leaders put away partisan politics to honour Layton: Tributes pour in from across the province
Aug 23, 2011
EDMONTON — Alberta politicians celebrated Jack Layton’s legacy Monday, saluting his lifelong commitment to public service and his passionate defence of immigrant, vulnerable and working Canadians. The 61-year-old leader of […]
Jack Layton an inspiration to Alberta workers:AFL mourns loss of great statesman and great friend
Aug 22, 2011
The Alberta Federation of Labour (AFL) is mourning the loss of Jack Layton – a great Canadian and a true friend of working people. “The labour movement in Alberta recognized […]