Organizing for Fair Employment
On Thursday, Premier Ford announced the first phase of businesses reopening in the province, which will force many workers to risk their health at bad jobs. In times like these, wouldn’t it be great if Ontario’s lowest-paid workers could rely on labour protections against the devastating effects of COVID-19? Join the Day of Action for… contine reading
Government officials are calling workers in healthcare, in grocery stores and sanitation “superheroes” for getting us through this crisis. While some workers are forced to stay home to stop the spread of the new coronavirus, these essential workers must keep traveling to work each day. They are putting in longer, more intense hours than ever… contine reading
The federal government announced the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) on Wednesday to support people who’ve been impacted by COVID-19. At $2,000 for a month ($500 per week), this income support replaces the previously announced programs. Applications will be available in early April (money should start arriving within 2 weeks of applying). In response to… contine reading
As workers have been waiting for real help, the coronavirus crisis has now turned into a full-blown global pandemic. Yet our federal and provincial governments have done far too little for workers, especially those of us in low-wage and unstable jobs. Sign the petition to demand urgent Health Emergency Labour Protections (H.E.L.P.), including 21 paid… contine reading
WAC has joined together with community and union activists from across Ontario to fight for decent work. Get involved at 15andfairness.org.