Alberta workplace deaths up in 2010
Apr 28, 2011
The Alberta Federation of Labour says 2010 was a deadly year with 136 workplace-related deaths in the province, up from 110 deaths in 2009. The AFL released the figures Thursday […]
Labour groups mark day of mourning for workers killed on the job
Apr 28, 2011
Labour groups are remembering workers killed or injured on the job. Marches and ceremonies are being held across the prairies as part of the National Day of Mourning. The Alberta […]
Occupational Health and Safety Policy Paper (2011)
Apr 28, 2011
Occupational Health and Safety Policy Paper (April 2011) AFL occupational health and safety policy paper presented to AFL 47th Constitutional Convention, April 28th to May 1, 2011 Negative coverage of […]
Labour Law Policy Paper (2011)
Apr 28, 2011
Labour Law Policy Paper (April 2011) AFL policy paper presented to AFL 47th Constitutional Convention, April 28 to May 1, 2011 Earlier this year, we saw attacks on labour rights […]
AFL concerned about plan to keep Albertans working longer: Workers will rebel against efforts to force deferral of retirement dreams
Apr 27, 2011
Plans announced by the provincial government today to keep Albertans working longer are being viewed with concern by the labour movement. “If Employment and Immigration Minister Thomas Lukaszuk is talking […]
Widespread violations of standards for underage workers in Alberta
Apr 25, 2011
There are widespread violations of employment standards for working children and adolescents in Alberta, according to a study by the Alberta Federation of Labour (AFL) and Athabasca University. “Tens of […]