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The Winnipeg Labour Council (WLC) is the political and social voice of working people in Winnipeg⁠-Treaty 1, and we have been actively involved in advancing and advocating for the rights and protections of workers, in all sectors of work.

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Workers rally on Parliament Hill, urging MPs to address families’ struggles.

November 27, 2024

OTTAWA –– The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) held its annual Lobby Day this week, bringing…

Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, on Trump’s tariff threat

November 26, 2024

“Donald Trump’s threat of a 25% tariff on Canadian products is a direct attack on…

Canada’s unions continue to fight against transphobic violence

November 20, 2024

Every year on Trans Day of Remembrance (TDOR), we mourn the lives of trans and…

Statement by Bea Bruske on the Passing of John Horgan

November 12, 2024

Today, we mourn the loss of John Horgan, the 36th Premier of British Columbia and…

Canada’s unions demand respect for port workers and fair negotiations – not political interference

November 12, 2024

OTTAWA –– Today’s decision by Labour Minister Steven MacKinnon to end the lockouts at the…

HISTORIC WIN FOR CANADIANS AS THE PHARMACARE ACT PASSES

October 11, 2024

OTTAWA – Canada’s unions are celebrating a historic victory for millions of Canadians today with…

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Workers are the backbone of healthy public services. But with the rising cost of living, it’s getting harder for workers…

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Workers Deserve a Living Wage

Workers are the backbone of healthy public services. Our city works because they work. Increasingly our city is relying on…

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