The Evidence For A So-Called ‘Summer Of Strikes’ Is Thin
We’re only halfway through the year, but if trends continue, strikes seem to again be trending down since 2021.
Adam D.K. King
Adam D.K. King is an assistant professor in Labour Studies at the University of Manitoba.
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UPS Workers And The Teamsters Have Achieved A Stunning Victory
Teamsters leadership is characterizing the tentative agreement as an unequivocal victory, and it’s hard to argue otherwise.
Iqaluit Workers In The Midst Of One Of Canada’s Longest Strikes
Members of the Nunavut Employees Union have been on strike for 135 days, following months of employer resistance and bad faith.
Board’s Ruling Against Port Workers A Blow To Labour Rights
If the apparent end of the port worker strike teaches us anything, it’s to not depend on the supposed neutrality of labour law adjudicators.
The Tide May Be Turning For Organized Labour In Canada
By not showcasing wins when and where they’re happening, labour is missing a chance to inspire workers to fight for what they deserve.
Child Labour Is Making A Disturbing Resurgence Across The U.S.
State legislatures are gutting child labour protections and making it easier for companies to employ youth in dangerous jobs.
The Level Of Workplace Stress Should Be Considered A National Crisis
According to recent data, 21 per cent of workers reported experiencing ‘high or very high levels of work-related stress.’
Reviewing The State Of The Labour Market – May 2023
By all indications, there has been considerable softening in the Canadian labour market in the past few months.
Exploring The Unique Challenges LGBTQ+ Workers Face
At a fundamental level, discrimination and division inside unions ultimately undermines solidarity and the overall efficacy of unions.