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.
Earth Day is a day of action for environmental protection and justice that serves as a reminder of the urgency to address the global climate crisis.
