Teamsters Vote to Authorize Strikes at CN and CPKC

The Teamsters Canada Rail Conference (TCRC) today announced that close to 10,000 workers at CN and CPKC have voted to authorize strikes at both companies. Unless parties can reach an agreement, a work stoppage can occur as early as May 22, at 00:01.

Strengthening the Social Contract Between Generations: Teamsters Canada’s Response to the 2024 Federal Budget

The 2024 Federal Budget represents a deep commitment of the Canadian government to maintain and strengthen the social contract between current and future generations. As one of Canada's largest unions, Teamsters Canada applauds the elements of this budget that we believe will be of crucial importance to workers and to furthering greater equity within our society.

International Women’s Rights Day

day is International Women's Rights Day, a day for reflection, celebration and an opportunity to empower women and girls.

CN and CPKC Push Toward Work Stoppage, Neglect Serious Negotiation Efforts

Both companies have started the legal process towards a work stoppage. The earliest a strike or lockout can legally occur is now May

Christmas Message

As we enter the holiday season, I invite you to take a moment to reflect on the events of 2023, a year marked by incredible moments of solidarity and exceptional victories for our members.

Vancouver Teamsters Rally Support for Off-Dock Truckers Amid Regulatory Challenges

In Greater Vancouver, a contentious standoff between the Office of the British Columbia Container Trucking Commissioner (BCCTC) and unionized trucking companies has sparked heated debates and concerns over the future of off-dock trucking rights.

Picket lines are a pillar of Canadian democracy

This weekend, the Toronto Star published an op-ed by our national president, François Laporte, on the new anti-scab bill before Parliament and the right to strike more generally...

Canadian Pacific Guilty of Contempt of Court in Sweeping Decision on Excessive Hours

Judge finds that CP intentionally ignored court order to stop overworking train crews. Crew fatigue is a major safety hazard in the rail industry...

CN Workers Ratify Agreement

The Teamsters Canada Rail Conference (TCRC) is very pleased to announce the ratification of their new collective agreement affecting approximately 6,000 Locomotive Engineers, Conductors and Yard Workers employed with CN Rail in Canada.  The...

Why Freedom Mobile Workers Are Reaching Out to the Teamsters

Freedom Mobile workers from across the country have reached out to the Teamsters in the wake of the company’s recent acquisition. Amidst the uncertainty, workers are looking to protect what they have and secure...