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Download the Poster Every year on September 30, the Public and Private Workers of Canada marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. This critical day, also recognized as Orange Shirt Day, honours the residential

Bill C-39 represents a direct assault on the fundamental rights of working people across Canada. By embedding sweeping Section 107 powers into the Canada Labour Code, this legislation grants a single government minister the unchecked

The Crofton pulp mill, a cornerstone of the Vancouver Island economy for generations, was closed by Domtar in April 2026. It wasn’t just jobs that were lost, but a way of life for hundreds of

The Confederation of Canadian Unions provides annual bursaries of $1,000 for dependent children of members of unions belonging to the CCU/CSC for the purpose of furthering their post-secondary education. Deadline: October 20, 2026 Apply Here

By Judy Haiven July was a professor in the Management Department of the Sobey School of Business at Saint Mary’s University and is a long-time ally of the Confederation of Canadian Unions. Subscribe to her

Download Poster Above Labour Day is far more than a long weekend marking the end of summer. It is a fundamental celebration of working people, our shared history, and the relentless struggles that forged Canada’s

Niall Harney is a researcher and the Errol Black Chair in labour issues at the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives (CCPA-Manitoba). In June 2026, he delivered an insightful talk on the modern economic landscape, union

It’s that time of year again when the Public and Private Workers of Canada (PPWC) can help with the cost of continuing education. Apply now for the Orville Braaten and Angus Macphee Memorial Bursaries. The

Dr. Niigaan Sinclair is a Professor of Indigenous Studies at the University of Manitoba, an award-winning columnist with the Winnipeg Free Press, and an internationally recognized commentator on Indigenous history, politics, and culture. In June

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE August 21, 2026 VANCOUVER, BC — Following yesterday’s announcement of the closure at Howe Sound and last month’s closure of the Northwood pulp mill in Prince George, the Public and Private Workers

University of Manitoba Labour Studies professor Adam King spoke to the Confederation of Canadian Unions in Winnipeg about unions and some of the social, class and political divisions that exist between working people. In this

In today’s uncertain economic landscape, young workers and employees across Canada deserve fairness, security, and respect on the job. The Confederation of Canadian Unions (CCU) is dedicated to putting workers first through independent, democratic union

By Rob Douglas, Mayor of North Cowichan, BC This week I met with Adrian Soldera, who was recently elected First Vice-President of the Public and Private Workers of Canada (PPWC), to discuss the challenges facing

August 3, 2026 The Right Honourable Mark Carney Prime Minister of Canada 80 Wellington Street Ottawa, ON K1A 0A2 Re: Collaborative Bargaining and Modernizing Canada’s Aviation Sector Dear Prime Minister Carney, On behalf of the

Every September, communities across Canada mark Labour Day, a long-standing national tradition that serves as a vital tribute to working people, union solidarity, and the ongoing movement for social and economic justice. This spirit of

Why PPWC? Real Value for Everyday Workers Joining PPWC isn’t just about having representation—it’s about changing the dynamic on the job floor: Better Wages & Financial Security: Unionized positions consistently secure higher pay rates, ensuring