Confederation of Canadian Unions

10/22/2026

BRITISH COLUMBIA ELECTION 2026 - Raise Your Voice, Cast Your Vote

https://ccu-csc.ca/british-columbia-election-2026/

Like previous federal and provincial elections, the Confederation of Canadian Unions manages a political education campaign, named “Raise Your Voice, Cast Your Vote,” to help its membership make informed voting choices for the British Columbia General Election on October 24, 2026. The questions have been sent to all five major parties in the province, including the New Democratic Party, the Conservative Party, the Green Party, CentreBC, and OneBC.

Click on the link above to read the responses. The NDP and Green Party are the only parties that have submitted their responses so far. As responses from other parties come in, they will be posted on this page.

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10/21/2026

10/19/2026

Check out the first batch of photos from the 11th Convention of the Construction, Maintenance and Allied Workers Canada (CMAW), which took place at Prince George, British Columbia in October 2026. CMAW paved a bold path forward for growth, membership engagement, bringing young people into construction and the skilled trades, and the ongoing fight for workers’ rights. Guest speakers included Lheidli T’enneh Elder Mike Bozoki, Prince George Mayor Simon Yu, President of BC Building Trades Al Phillips, Executive Director of BC Building Trades Brynn Bourke, CCU President Shawn Campbell, and Andrea Jacques of Kyosei Consulting, among many others.

There are a lot more photos to come. Please Like and Share Widely Online.

10/14/2026

https://ccu-csc.ca/sign-the-ccu-online-petition-to-protect-workers-and-the-right-to-strike/

The Federal Government’s Bill C-39 proposes alarming changes to Section 107 of the Canada Labour Code. If passed, it would grant the Minister of Labour unprecedented, broad powers to unilaterally end legal strikes, enforce interim contract extensions, and impose binding arbitration based on broad criteria like “economic impact” or “social disruption.”

Sign the CCU online petition to protect workers and the right to strike at the link above. Please Like and Share widely online.

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09/29/2026

CCU Marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in 2026

https://ccu-csc.ca/ccu-marks-the-national-day-for-truth-and-reconciliation-in-2026/

On September 30, the Confederation of Canadian Unions joins workers across the country in observing the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, widely recognized as Orange Shirt Day. This solemn day honours the survivors of the residential school system, remembers the thousands of children stolen from their families, and reflects on the generational impacts of state-sponsored assimilation policies in Canada.

Read the full statement and download and print out the CCU poster on the Confederation of Canadian Unions website at the link above. Please Like and Share online.



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09/29/2026

Why the CCU Opposes New Federal Restrictions on the Right to Strike

https://ccu-csc.ca/why-the-ccu-opposes-new-federal-restrictions-on-the-right-to-strike/

By CCU President Shawn Campbell: "The CCU’s resistance to these measures is rooted in a consistent, principled history. For years, we have stood firmly against the use of Section 107 of the Canada Labour Code, which has historically allowed successive federal governments to interfere in federal disputes by directing the CIRB to impose binding arbitration or end work stoppages...

Canada’s unions have repeatedly proven that we are ready to build what this country needs, protect domestic jobs, and foster economic resilience. However, we cannot stand by while essential protections are offered with one hand, and our constitutional rights are stripped away with the other."

Read the full statement on the Confederation of Canadian Unions website at the link above. Please Like and Share online.

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09/27/2026

Madeleine Parent and John St. Amand Bursary Application / application de bourse Madeleine Parent et John St. Amand

https://ccu-csc.ca/madeleine-parent-and-john-st-amand-bursary-application-application-de-bourse-madeleine-parent-et-john-st-amand/

It's that time of year again. 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. The deadline for application is October 20, 2026.

Apply on the Confederation of Canadian Unions website at the link above. Please Like and Share online.

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09/21/2026

Highlighting the McMaster University Labour Studies Certificate Program

https://ccu-csc.ca/highlighting-the-mcmaster-university-labour-studies-certificate-program/

Canada needs more young people entering Labour Studies and the union movement. The McMaster School of Labour Studies has been offering certificate courses since 1976. The Labour Studies Certificate Program explores issues facing workers in their workplaces, organizations and communities. It supports workers by providing them with the tools to understand and intervene in their world, in a worker-friendly environment.

Read more about the program at the link above. Please Like and Share online.

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09/13/2026

Joining a union goes far beyond the workplace. It creates a true community, strengthens democracy, and gives every worker a powerful voice.

Discover how being part of the Nova Scotia Union of Public and Private Employees can completely transform your working life. From securing higher pay and comprehensive benefits to improving overall working conditions, unions provide the foundation needed to build a stable and prosperous future for you and your family.

Key Benefits of Joining a Union:

* A Collective Voice: Ensure your opinions are heard and take part in important conversations with your colleagues about the changes you want to see.

* Better Compensation: Enjoy fairer wages, improved job security, and enhanced benefits packages.

* Empowering Young Workers: Provide the next generation of workers with an avenue to advocate for their rights and improve their occupational environments.

* Community Support: Build lasting connections and stand shoulder-to-shoulder with fellow workers who share your goals and values.

If you are concerned about your current working conditions or want to help build a fairer workplace, it’s time to stand up and get involved. Together, we can advocate for worker rights and build a better future for everyone.

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09/11/2026

Check out the second batch of photos from the Toronto Labour Day Parade, featuring over 50 members of the York University Staff Association (YUSA), who marched, cheered and proudly displayed out flags and banners. Please Like and Share widely online.