Workers Action Centre

When you donate to the Workers’ Bowl, it’s a vote of confidence for the hundreds of workers who participate in our educational programs and who are making a difference in their communities! There’s still time to donate any amount towards supporting workers to gain access to critical training on community organizing. Share on Facebook and… contine reading

The Ontario government is looking to implement a “portable benefits” program to help with healthcare costs for Ontario workers. We agree that workers need benefits as too many cannot afford basic healthcare. These workers include not only app-based gig workers like Uber drivers, but misclassified workers such as cleaners, construction workers and truck drivers as… contine reading

The Workers’ Bowl* is happening in just six days!  This critical fundraiser supports the Workers’ Action Centre (WAC) in organizing workers’ rights workshops all over the Greater Toronto Area, online as well as in several languages. From wage theft to understanding whether you are an employee or an independent contractor, defending our workplace rights can… contine reading

The Workers’ Bowl* is two weeks away and we’re surrounded by reminders that funding for our leadership development programs is crucial. Beatriz, a Workers’ Action Centre member, is a graduate of our Feet on the Ground organizer training program. Ahead of the Day of the Dead Celebration, Beatriz took some time to talk with us… contine reading