Raising the minimum wage can only be a good thing
May 1 is an important date for the labour movement. It is the day we celebrate International Workers’ Day. This year, the Teamsters Union is continuing, together with other unions, its crusade against social inequality by lobbying for a $15 minimum wage.
National Day of Mourning
Today we commemorate the National Day of Mourning. We will observe a minute of silence at 10 a.m. out of respect to the men and women who were killed, injured or who suffered illnesses due to workplace-related hazards and incidents. Like me, you’ll hear a lot about the physical injuries, but injuries can also be psychological.
Mental Health and the Railway
“Having a hand in someone’s death, and the everlasting effects that come with it, is the last thing on your mind when you go...
Striking for a Fair Wage at the Ontario Food Terminal
The workers at Fresh Taste Produce in Etobicoke want little more than a fair day's wage for a fair day's work.
Five Little Ways To Help Build Up Canada
Building and maintaining strong communities in the modern world may seem difficult, as we are all increasingly immersed in our own lives, families and technologies. There are many ways to positively impact your community.
Video: Rail Fatigue
Last Saturday, Global 16x9 aired an in-depth piece about fatigue in the rail industry. Things are so bad that many engineers and conductors have to stay awake for 18-20 hours and be on call 24/7
Death of Jean Lapierre Sends Shockwaves
Several leaders of Teamsters Canada worked closely with Mr. Lapierre in 2004, when he was federal Transport Minister. His death sent shockwaves through our ranks yesterday, and we would like to offer our deepest condolences to Mr. Lapierre’s family, friends and colleagues.
Saputo Shuts Down Ottawa Dairy Plant, Forcing Families Into Tough Times
"At the moment, all options are on the table. We already scheduled a meeting with the company to address our members’ concerns and hopefully work something out."
Teamsters Canada Satisfied With Trudeau Budget
“This budget is not an austerity budget,” said François Laporte, the President of Teamsters Canada. “Today’s announcements are in line with a policy of economic recovery, which our union supports entirely.”
A Letter From François Laporte
A year ago, I had the honour of being elected President of Teamsters Canada. I know that you work hard for a living, and that you deserve a union that works just as hard for you. That's why I’d like to update you on some of the recent progress we've made.
