Solidarity with Fort McMurray – AFL

URGENT ACTION Our hearts are with all of those affected by the fires in Fort McMurray, and with the first responders and front-line workers who are dedicated to protecting their […]

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ACTION: Join UNA 301 Info Rally on July 24

Join concerned members of UNA Local 301 at the U of A Hospital on July 24 at 11:30 a.m. Affiliates are encouraged to bring your flags and banners and wear […]

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Send a message to the Tories, yes! But do your research first!

April 10, 2012 Dear Fellow Union Members: Send a message to the Tories, yes! But do your research first! Recent opinion polls are suggesting that the long-ruling Progressive Conservative party […]

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Coalition to unveil campaign aimed at sparking public conversation about irresponsible tax and royalty giveaways

EDMONTON – Ever wonder why Alberta, Canada’s wealthiest province, is running a $3-billion deficit and saying it can’t afford to maintain middle-of-the-road spending on vital public services? That’s the question […]

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URGENT ACTION: Join campaign to stop the dismantlement of the Canadian Wheat Board

Issue: The Harper government’s bid to dismantle the Canadian Wheat Board (CWB) and undermine rural Prairie communities through Bill C-18, now before the Senate. Action Requested: Take part in an […]

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Don’t Let Harper Steamroll Canadian Wheat Farmers

Prime Minister Harper has stated that he intends to dismantle the Canadian Wheat Board by Christmas, 2011. It’s time to tell him to Stop the Steamroller. – Prime Minister Harper […]

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Join the Occupy Calgary Rally, November 12, 2011

Issue: Members of the Occupy Calgary movement and union leaders from the Calgary area will hold a Labour Solidarity Rally at Calgary City Hall at noon on Saturday, November 12th. […]

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URGENT ACTION: Rally at Sobeys Forest Lawn picket line

Issue: Members of UFCW 401 at the Sobeys store in Forest Lawn, Calgary, are on strike as the employer seeks cuts to wages and benefits. Action Requested: Join a rally […]

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The Occupy movement is holding marches and rallies to call for a Robin Hood Tax on financial transactions

Issue: The Occupy movement is holding marches and rallies to call for a Robin Hood Tax on financial transactions that would raise billions of dollars to protect public services, help […]

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CAW 2002 (Air Canada) picket lines June 14, 2011

Issue: CAW Local 2002 members at Air Canada will hit the picket lines at Calgary and Edmonton International Airports on the morning of Tuesday, June 14 Actions Requested: Join the […]

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CUPW Calgary and Edmonton 24-hour strike June 7, 2011

Issue: CUPW members in Calgary and Edmonton area hit picket lines last night (Tuesday, June 7th) for a 24-hour strike Actions Requested: Join the picket line until 9 p.m. in […]

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Wave of school layoffs prompts coalition to launch new province-wide campaign: Join Together Alberta calls on government to fix Alberta’s broken revenue system

EDMONTON – In the wake of reports warning that up to 1,200 Alberta teachers may be laid off in the next few months, a province-wide campaign is being launched to […]

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Postal Workers Need Your Help – Today!

Issue: Postal Workers Need Your Help – TODAY! Actions Requested: Support the CUPW picket line at 131 – 1 Herbert Road, St. Albert When: April 13, 2011 – Immediately Your […]

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The Machinists need your help in their fight against CLAC!

Nearly seven years ago, Finning announced the closure of its CRC facility in Edmonton. As a result, more than 170 workers with the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers […]

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Join Santa Claus and Canada’s finance ministers in Calgary this Sunday, send Harper and Flaherty a message: AFL Action at Delta Calgary Airport Hotel 2:00 pm Sunday, December 19th

Canada’s finance ministers are meeting in Calgary this Sunday at the Delta Calgary Airport hotel before they head to Kananaskis for their Monday meeting on pension reform. Canadian finance minister […]

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Experts gather to discuss how to solve Canada’s pension crisis: Edmonton summit to focus on finding real solutions

Edmonton – A crisis in retirement income is looming in Canada and Albertans will be among those hurt the most – unless there’s real reform of the nation’s pension system. […]

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Join the fight to save Edmonton jobs threatened by Canada Post privatization

The Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) is fighting to save Canada Post jobs from being outsourced – and you can join that battle. The Crown Corporation announced earlier this […]

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Message to Health Minister Zwozdesky: Don’t Tear Up the Laws!

This fall, an advisory committee to the Minister of Health recommended that Alberta tear up its health care laws in favour of vague and unclear statements of “principles” and “guidelines.” […]

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It’s time to rally – and eat – on the McKesson picket line

After nearly eight weeks walking the line, strikers remain as strong as ever at McKesson Canada facilities in Edmonton. Now it’s time to show them the strength of your support! […]

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Applications are now being accepted for the second year of Next Up Alberta: A Leadership Program for Young People Committed to Social and Environmental Justice

The application process is now under way for a new cohort of Next Up participants. This is an amazing, intensive and transformative program for young social change activists between the […]

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McKesson Canada workers on the picket line in Edmonton: 213 workers of UFCW 401 are now on strike!

Issue: McKesson Canada workers on the picket line in Edmonton; 213 members of UFCW 401 are now on strike Action Requested: Join the workers on two picket lines. When: Today […]

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Rally in Calgary, July 13, 2010 – First Collective Agreement for Park Operations Workers at the Calgary Exhibition and Stampede: Volunteers needed immediately to help with leafletting!

Issue: First Collective Agreement for Park Operations Workers at the Calgary Exhibition and Stampede. Actions Requested: Volunteers needed immediately to help with leafletting; also get your members to attend rally […]

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Service Alberta’s survey on employment agencies (primarily for temporary foreign workers)

Complete Service Alberta survey and submit by Friday, April 30, 2010 Apr 21, 2010 Issue: Service Alberta’s survey on employment agencies (primarily for temporary foreign workers) Action Requested: Complete Service […]

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Report of the Alberta Auditor General (April 2010) – Occupational Health and Safety

Write Employment and Immigration Minister and the Premier! Apr 15, 2010 Issue: Report of the Alberta Auditor General (April 2010) – Occupationa Health and Safety Action Requested: Write the Minister […]

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