Today, the federal Liberals began their Cabinet retreat to finalize the COVID-19 recovery plan. Millions of people from all sectors across this country want our government to know what Canada needs right now: Nothing less than full, permanent immigration status for all migrant workers, students and undocumented people. Permanent resident status on arrival must be… contine reading
CERB extended, EI improved and new benefits coming
On Thursday, the federal government announced that the Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB) will be extended for 4 more weeks, increasing the total length of the program to 28 weeks. This means if you’ve received CERB since March 15, you can continue doing so until September 26. The government also announced temporary improvements to the… contine reading
Fight for Emergency Benefits and Paid Emergency Leave!
As of Tuesday, all of Ontario is now in Stage 2 of the COVID-19 reopening. But life for most workers in low-wage, precarious jobs is far from any kind of normal. Many sectors — like arts, entertainment, tourism and hospitality — have not even begun to reopen or are doing so only partially. In response… contine reading
July 4: Rise Up to Take URGENT Action!
Just before Fathers’ Day, on June 20, Juan López Chaparro was the third migrant farmworker to die of COVID-19, leaving behind a wife and four children. At Scotlynn Growers, the farm where he worked, at least 199 other workers have tested positive for the virus, and the number of infected workers has risen by the… contine reading
Justice for ALL Workers means Status for All!
Too many migrant workers have been left behind during the pandemic, despite doing some of the most essential jobs in our communities. Join the national day of action for Full Immigration Status for All this Sunday, June 14 to help stop the exploitation and exclusion of migrant and undocumented workers. Together, let’s take action to… contine reading
Keep pushing for paid sick days – it’s working!
Last week, following the Day of Action for paid emergency leave and under pressure from the Federal NDP, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau promised to push for 10 paid sick days for all workers in Canada. Victory is in reach, but we’re not there yet! Click here to see the recommendations we’re putting forward with the… contine reading
May 21: Stand Up and Speak Out for Paid Sick Days!
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
Even Superheroes Need Paid Sick Leave!
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
Call Federal Ministers: We need a COVID-19 emergency benefit for everyone!
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
COVID-19: Demand H.E.L.P. for all workers now!
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