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Will Jason Kenney follow the lead of his friend Doug Ford by rolling back rights for working Albertans? – AFL
Oct 4, 2018

Alberta’s largest worker advocacy group warns that Ontario’s present could become Alberta’s future As Jason Kenney cozies up to Doug Ford at a joint rally in Calgary, the Alberta Federation […]

Today’s move to a $15 minimum wage will increase overall wage costs for employers by a paltry .6%
Oct 1, 2018

“Small price to pay for big benefits,” concludes AFL study Edmonton – A new study based on Statistics’ Canada Labour Force Survey provides fresh evidence that Alberta’s move to a […]

Alberta’s largest worker advocacy organization applauds government action on Farm and Ranch worker health and safety – AFL
Jun 27, 2018

New rules underscore enhanced protections for Farm and Ranch workers across the province Edmonton – Alberta’s largest worker advocacy organization applauds the government for taking action to protect agricultural workers […]

Statement from AFL President Gil McGowan on arson at Edson Mosque – AFL
Jun 18, 2018

Following last night’s cowardly arson at the Mosque in Edson, the Alberta labour movement stands in solidarity with our Muslim members, friends, and neighbours to condemn this disgusting attack and […]

Labour Leaders host free Father’s Day community BBQs across province to talk about early childhood education and care – AFL
Jun 15, 2018

Alberta Federation of Labour hosts free BBQs in Edmonton, Calgary, Red Deer, Lethbridge, and Fort McMurray to highlight Fair Start Alberta campaign Edmonton – This Sunday, on Father’s Day, Fair […]

At Edmonton Pride Parade, Alberta Federation of Labour asks: Which side are you on? – AFL
Jun 9, 2018

Alberta’s largest worker advocacy organization compares leaders’ records, says Jason Kenney poses a direct threat to LGBTQ+ community Edmonton – As Edmonton hosts its annual Pride Parade, Alberta’s largest worker […]