Canada’s unions are continuing to pressure the federal government to respect workers’ bargaining rights and stop undermining lawful strike action through repeated interventions under Section 107 of the Canada Labour Code.
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The international labour movement is celebrating a landmark International Court of Justice ruling affirming that the right to strike is a fundamental workers’ right tied to collective bargaining and freedom of association.
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Representatives from the SUP/IFPTE Local 160 attended the Canadian Radiotheranostics Leaders’ Summit 2026 in Toronto.
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Society of United Professionals (SUP/IFPTE Local 160) Hydro One Local held their annual Local Council meeting on Monday in Toronto.
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IFPTE and SUP/IFPTE Local 160 represented IFPTE this week in Atlanta at the Coalition of Black Trade Unionists (CBTU) 55th International Convention.
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The Society of United Professionals (SUP/IFPTE Local 160) attended Electricity Human Resources Canada’s Agents of Change 2026 in Montreal, joining industry leaders and changemakers for two days of meaningful connection and dialogue.
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The MFL is calling on the provincial government to legislate an end to the WCB) annual surplus payouts to employers until several concerning workplace health and safety trends are reversed.
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Led by Secretary-Treasurer Gay Henson, IFPTE made history last Friday by finalizing a first of its kind STEM apprenticeship program.
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IFPTE held their biannual executive council meeting this week in Washington, DC.
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IFPTE delegates from across Canada joined thousands of Union members in Winnipeg this week at the Canadian Labour Congress’ (CLC) 31st convention.
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The Ontario Federation of Labour (OFL) invites affiliates to celebrate courage, leadership, and solidarity by submitting nominations for the 2026 OFL Solidarity & Pride Champion Award.
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SUP/IFPTE Local 160 attended the First Nations Major Projects Conference 2026 in Toronto to listen, learn, and reflect on what it means to build for the next seven generations.
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May 1st marks International Workers’ Day, also known as May Day or Labour Day - a time recognized around the world to reflect on the contributions of workers and the ongoing importance of collective action.
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Earlier this week, IFPTE members joined workers across Canada to mark the National Day of Mourning on April 28. In Winnipeg and communities nationwide, ceremonies honoured those killed, injured, or made ill because of their work - while renewing a commitment to prevention.
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In their Earth Day 2026 messages, both the AFL-CIO and the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) are reinforcing a shared priority: the transition to a greener economy must be built by - and for - working people.
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Following several months in the interest arbitration process, WAPSO/IFPTE Local 162 has secured a favourable decision, resulting in a new collective bargaining agreement covering the 2024–2027 term.
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Society of United Professionals (SUP/IFPTE Local 160) President, Rebecca Caron attended Ontario Tech University Capstone event on April 13, where she delivered congratulatory remarks to celebrate the achievements of graduating students - the members of our future.
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April 28th marks the National Day of Mourning to honour Canadian workers who lost their lives or were injured or made sick while working.
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Effective April 1st, minimum wage for federal sector workers in Canada increased to $18.15 per hour, reflecting a 2.1% inflation adjustment for 2025.
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On Trans Day of Visibility 2026 (March 31), Canada’s unions affirmed their dedication to defend, celebrate and honour trans and gender-diverse people.
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