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AFL demands independent investigation into the deaths of three CP Rail Calgary workers – AFL
Jan 28, 2020

Statement from the Alberta Federation of Labour For Immediate Release Jan. 28, 2020 EDMONTON – Back in February, 2019 the brakes of a 99-car grain train failed and the train […]

Kenney’s “red tape reduction” is really a war on rules that protect citizens – AFL
Jan 20, 2020

In most cases, what Kenney and the UCP government call red tape are often important regulatory rules designed to protect consumers, workers, and the environment. Kenney’s “red tape reduction” is […]

While Canada reports a decent jobs rebound, Alberta’s unemployment rises – AFL
Jan 10, 2020

‘Where are the jobs, Jason?’ says Gil McGowan, AFL president Edmonton – Today’s Labour Force Survey release is good news for Canada but bad news for Alberta and Jason Kenney’s […]

The UCP weaken safety rules that protect working Albertans – AFL
Dec 13, 2019

Statement from Gil McGowan, President, Alberta Federation of Labour EDMONTON – Under the guise of “red tape reduction,” the UCP has begun their attack on the safety rules that protect […]

Leader of Alberta’s labour movement urges federal government to say ‘no’ to Jason Kenney’s plea for cash – AFL
Dec 10, 2019

McGowan will deliver his message at a meeting of union leaders and activists in Winnipeg today WINNIPEG – In a speech to labour leaders and activists in Winnipeg today, the […]

UCP government creating policies that will contribute to gender inequality – AFL
Dec 6, 2019

On this day, the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women, the AFL demands action on gender inequality in Alberta Edmonton – On this day, the National […]