Tag: Press Release

Data reveals Alberta’s health care expense is below all Canadian provinces, national average Edmonton – The Alberta Federation of Labour would like to set the record straight with a cost […]

‘Restaurant Realities’ campaign is predictable given that the reality is that Restaurants Canada NEVER believes it is time to support changes that benefit workers in the industry Edmonton – Predictably, […]

The Alberta Federation of Labour is partnering with hospitality workers on “Fairness for Alberta’s Restaurant Workers campaign” Edmonton- Alberta Federation of Labour applauds government action to ensure worker safety. The […]

Albertans deserve to know what budget cuts likely under a UCP government would mean for services Alberta – Leaders of unions from across Alberta met in Edmonton today at the […]

Kenney pledged to business audience to roll back rights and protections at work; eliminate health and safety protections; and implement massive cuts to public services. All without consultation. Yesterday, in […]

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 […]

“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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Long overdue changes coming into effect today will give workers the tools and supports they need to stay safe and healthy on the job Edmonton – Today, changes to Alberta’s […]

AFL launches third phase of Fair Start Alberta campaign, including community BBQs on Fathers’ Day Edmonton –This Sunday, on Mothers’ Day, Fair Start Alberta will officially launch the third phase […]

Edmonton – May Day is a day to pay homage to workers worldwide who have fought for basic workers’ rights that so many now take for granted. More than a […]

With new policies and joint workplace health and safety committees, Alberta workers see a safer future as they mourn for past losses As hundreds of workers gather to remember those […]

Alberta’s largest worker advocacy group warns government of dire consequences for ignoring revenue hole created by irresponsible Klein-era tax cuts With global oil prices staying “lower for longer,” Alberta’s 2018 […]

Alberta Federation of Labour calls on government to introduce Pay Equity, Universal Child Care, and Domestic Violence legislation to close the gap between Alberta’s men and women Edmonton – Despite […]

Governments must do more to raise the floor for ECEC sector workers Edmonton – Following the announcements of details for the bilateral agreement to expand Alberta’s Early Learning and Child […]

“Nixon is walking, talking proof of why we need tougher laws against sexual harassment.” Edmonton – Alberta’s largest worker advocacy organization has joined the chorus of people calling on UCP […]

Employers must step up to the plate with training, policies, and support to protect workers from gendered violence and abuse at work, and to support survivors Edmonton – On the […]

Long overdue changes will give workers the tools and supports they need to stay safe on the job Edmonton – Changes to Alberta’s Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) and Workers’ […]

Coal Transition Coalition commends province for moving forward, calls for federal government support Edmonton – The Government of Alberta’s release of the final recommendations of the Advisory Panel on Coal […]

Edmonton – The pay-before-you-pump rules contained in Bill 19 will save lives by eliminating gas-and-dash deaths, but more work is needed to protect gas station and convenience store workers from […]

AFL launching ‘Pay Before You Pump’ campaign to ensure his death is the last Edmonton – Following the October 6th gas-and-dash death of Ki Yun Jo, a gas station attendant […]