News & Updates
End State Interference in Bargaining! Repeal Section 107 of the Labour Code!
The federal Liberal government’s most recent ploy has been its repeated exploitation of Section 107 (s107) of the Canadian Labour Code — the highest level of federal government interference in collective bargaining in Canadian history.
September 2025 Delegates Meeting
Our September Delegates’ Meeting is taking place on Thursday, Sept 5, 2025.
Media Advisory: Workers Address Trump & Carney Attacks on Labour Day
Workers Address Trump & Carney Attacks on Labour Day
Labour Council Condemns Unlawful Detention & Assault of Chris Smalls
The Toronto & York Region Labour Council condemns the Israeli military’s illegal detention and assault of Chris Smalls, a human rights activist and trade unionist.
Liberal PM Mark Carney Needs to Advance Labour Rights
Canadians elected this government to fix what the last one broke — instead, Carney is deepening the crisis for working people.
TYRLC Statement on the Firing of a CUPE Member for Political Expression
The Toronto & York Region Labour Council strongly condemns the firing of Katherine Grzejszczak by York Region Paramedic Services on June 20th, 2025.
Press Release: School Board Takeover Continues Diversion From Education Cuts
Government School Board takeovers continue the government diversion campaign against their dramatic underfunding of public education.
June 20: Federal Anti-Scab Legislation Now In Effect
As of June 20th, the federal government has banned the use of scabs (replacement workers) in federally regulated workplaces.
Memorial for Chinese Railroad Workers in Canada
Come and pay homage to the sacrifices and contribution of Chinese railroad workers as an important piece of Canadian history.
Labour Day Parade 2025
Join us as we take the streets with over 20,000 labour members to honour the past, present and future victories of the Labour Movement at this year’s annual Labour Day Parade!
Fund Our Schools
We love our schools, but there are problems that need urgent attention.
United to Defeat the Right
Our unions are the best tool we have to build the life we deserve.
Climate Justice and Action
Let’s empower workers to build a long-lasting, sustainable economy.
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