Team Unite and Larry Rousseau Mutually Endorse One Another!
Over the past number of weeks and months, we have participated in many meetings to introduce ourselves as candidates for the leadership positions of the Canadian Labour Congress.
For the latest on the Canadian Labour Congress, please visit their website www.canadianlabour.ca.
It’s time to unite Canada’s labour movement to build a stronger future for all workers and families. Elect Team Unite at the 2021 Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) Convention. Support Bea Bruske for CLC President, Lily Chang for CLC Secretary-Treasurer, and Siobhan Vipond for CLC Executive Vice-President.
Over the past number of weeks and months, we have participated in many meetings to introduce ourselves as candidates for the leadership positions of the Canadian Labour Congress.
On International Workers’ Day, Team Unite stands in solidarity with workers across the world organizing for labour rights and economic justice. We must also always honour and draw inspiration from the historical roots of this celebration where activism and collective power won the struggle for an eight‑hour workday for many.
On Asian Heritage Month, Team Unite acknowledges and honours the activism of Asian people in their fight for human rights and social justice. Their ongoing struggles against multiple forms of oppression have been instrumental in strengthening our labour movement and our communities.
The Federal budget announced by Minister Freeland Monday provides some important gains for workers in Canada. It also has a way to go to address growing economic inequality. On the plus side, there is a real commitment to childcare, earmarking $30 billion over 5 years to finally get non-profit childcare to Canadian families.