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AFL raises concerns about WCB satisfaction survey
Sep 16, 1999

EDMONTON – The “customer satisfaction” survey that is being used by the Workers’ Compensation Board (WCB) to defend itself from mounting public criticism is deeply flawed and misleading, says the […]

WCB needs fixing, but privatization is not the answer, says AFL
Sep 14, 1999

EDMONTON – The Alberta Workers Compensation Board (WCB) does not always treat injured workers fairly, but replacing it with a system of private insurance will not fix the problem, says […]

Organized labour continues to make an important contribution to Alberta society
Sep 2, 1999

EDMONTON – The last Labour Day of the 20th century provides us with a unique opportunity to reflect upon all the positive contributions that the labour movement has made to […]

On-going budget surpluses prove that Tories are mismanaging tax dollars
Sep 1, 1999

EDMONTON – As a result of the provincial government’s on-going obsession with debt repayment, Albertans are not getting the kind of high-quality public services they deserve – and which they […]

Albertans deserve more protection in the workplace
Jul 5, 1999

EDMONTON – The Alberta government is not doing nearly enough to protect workers – especially young workers, women and immigrants – from abuse and unfair treatment in the workplace, says […]

Nurses deserve thanks for standing up in defense of quality Medicare
Jun 29, 1999

EDMONTON – Nurses in Alberta deserve the heartfelt thanks and congratulations of all Albertans for their strong stand in defense of quality health care – both at the bargaining table […]