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Archives for February 2013

Premier Kathleen Wynne responds to study on precarious work

February 26, 2013

Premier Kathleen Wynne responded to a new study on precarious work, It’s More than Poverty, and committed to working together to find solutions.  At a forum launching the report, Wynne told audiences: “if we want our industries and our economy to be doing well, we need people to be doing well.  We need everyone to… contine reading

Ground-breaking report on precarious work highlights need for urgent action

February 25, 2013

More than 50% of jobs in Toronto and Hamilton are unstable, temporary or part-time, according to a new report, It’s More than Poverty, released this week by the United Way and McMaster University.  Based on interviews with more than 4,000 workers, the report documents the significant impact precarious work has on workers’ health, family well-being… contine reading

The growing call for a decent minimum wage

February 21, 2013

The call for a decent minimum wage – based on the principle that work should bring workers and their families out of poverty  – is building momentum.   Over the last few weeks, the minimum wage has been pushed into headlines.  First, US President Barack Obama made a firm commitment to raising the US federal minimum… contine reading

Decent jobs in Peterborough and Hamilton?

February 14, 2013

  Community members described problems getting paid, low wages and a “trap of endless temp work” during a community forum in Peterborough earlier this week.  Finding decent work in a Peterborough is a challenge when cash jobs and unpaid hours are becoming increasingly common.  Participants shared examples such as working at a restaurant but being… contine reading

Ontario workers need urgent protection from the Ministry of Labour

February 11, 2013

New Minister of Labour, Yasir Naqvi, has an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of thousands of Ontario workers by taking immediate action to address wage theft. In December 2012, people from across Ontario responded to our call for action for better conditions for workers.  Over 12 days, more than 500 messages were sent… contine reading

Expanding access to city services

February 8, 2013

Undocumented people in Toronto could have greater access to city services if a motion before Toronto City Council passes on Feb. 20th. This motion calls for the city to review and expand “Access Without Fear” policies for city-funded services. The motion also commits City Council to advocate on behalf of undocumented residents of Toronto at… contine reading

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