Canada's Unions Welcome Inflation Relief

The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) welcomed new relief announced today to help families struggling with rising prices and congratulated the government for bringing forward measures to make life more affordable for everyday Canadians.

Candace RhettSeptember 16, 2022CLC, inflation

“Bill 124 Hurts Ontario Workers" Says Ontario Unions As Superior Court Hears Legal Challenge

Workers gathered on the steps of the Superior Court of Justice on Monday, as the Court prepared to begin hearing the constitutional challenge to Bill 124 brought forward by unions across the province, including the Society of United Professionals/IFPTE Local 160.

Labor RightsCandace RhettSeptember 16, 2022SUP, Bill 124

Society of United Professionals' Hydro One Members Gather for Annual Council

Society of United Professionals/IFPTE Local160 members employed by Hydro One came together for their annual council on Sept 12th in Toronto. Attended by over 80 members and guests, the theme of the council focused on “Mobilizing for Success Through Engagement.”

Faraz KhanSeptember 16, 2022

IFPTE Applauds Tentative Rail Agreement

IFPTE issued the following statement in response to today’s news that a settlement mediated by the Biden Administration has been reached in the railroad stalemate.

Labor Rights, GovernmentFaraz KhanSeptember 15, 2022Infrastructure, Collective Bargaining

IFPTE Joins Federal Workers Alliance Effort to Ensure Family Friendly Telework Reforms for DOD Employees Continue

This week, the Federal Workers Alliance urged key Congressional lawmakers to continue federal telework policies that have allowed federal workers to support their agencies and military readiness while working from home and caring for ailing family members on an emergency basis.

GovernmentFaraz KhanSeptember 15, 2022Telework, DoD, FWA, Federal workers

As House Prepares to Vote on Preventing a Patronage System Act, IFPTE Urges Passage of Needed Anti-Corruption Legislation

This week, IFPTE requested Representatives pass the bipartisan Preventing A Patronage System Act, H.R. 302. This legislation, sponsored by Rep. Connolly (D-VA) and Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) is a top priority for IFPTE.

Government, Labor RightsFaraz KhanSeptember 14, 2022Oversight and Government Reform, Schedule F

Local 121 Out in Force for Hawaii’s 2022 Labor Unity Picnic

After a two-year hiatus due to the pandemic, Hawaii’s annual Labor Unity Picnic was back this past weekend in Honolulu. IFPTE Local 121, which is an annual participant at the Labor Day event, set up a booth at the event this year and provided food, souvenirs, and games for picnic attendees.

Candace RhettSeptember 9, 2022Labor Day, IFPTE Local 121

Canadian Council of IFPTE Locals Meets in Winnipeg

Officers and staff from IFPTE’s Locals in Canada held their annual meeting last week in Winnipeg. The meeting, which is the first in-person meeting since the pandemic and was chaired by WAPSO/IFPTE Local 162 President/Canadian Area Vice President, Richard Mahe, focused on the issues of importance impacting IFPTE members at IFPTE Locals 160, 161, 162 and 222.

Labor RightsCandace RhettSeptember 9, 2022Winnepeg, Canada, SUP, IFPTE Local 160, IFPTE Local 222, IFPTE Local 161, IFPTE Local 162

IFPTE Applauds and Welcomes MLBPA to the House of Labor

IFPTE welcomes with open arms and applauds the affiliation of the Major League Baseball Players Association with the AFL-CIO.

Labor RightsFaraz KhanSeptember 7, 2022MLBPA, AFL-CIO

Happy Labor/Labour Day!

IFPTE’s Executive Officers pen a Labor/Labour Day letter to members.

Labor RightsCandace RhettSeptember 1, 2022Labor Day, Labour Day

IFPTE Thanks and Honors Our Essential Workers - IFPTE Attends DOL Hall of Honor Induction Ceremony

This week IFPTE was honored to be invited to attend the Department of Labor’s Hall of Honor ceremony celebrating and recognizing our nation’s essential workers.

Labor RightsCandace RhettSeptember 1, 2022DOL, Labor Secretary Walsh

IFPTE Applauds President Biden for Continuing Action on Student Debt Relief

IFPTE responded to the Biden-Harris Administration’s announcement that student loan repayment will be paused through December 31, 2022 and borrowers earning under $125,000 (or $250,000 for married couples) will be eligible for up to $10,000 in debt relief or up to $20,000 in relief for Pell Grant recipients.

IFPTE Statement Supporting Ukraine Workers’ Rights

IFPTE issued the following statement regarding drastic changes to Ukrainian labor laws that undermine worker and union rights and curtail collective bargaining.

Labor RightsFaraz KhanAugust 22, 2022Ukraine, Solidarity Alert

IFPTE Applauds President Biden’s Signing of Inflation Reduction Act, Which Supports TVA Green Energy Investments

IFPTE applauds President Biden’s signing of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, particularly the provisions in the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 that allow TVA the ability to receive federal incentives to expand its investment in green energy with additional nuclear energy power plants and other advanced energy generation and infrastructure.

Government, EnergyFaraz KhanAugust 16, 2022Press Release, TVA, Department of Energy, climate change, nuclear power

IFPTE Urges House Passage of Inflation Reduction Act of 2022

As the House of Representatives prepares to take up consideration of the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, IFTPE urged Representatives to pass this important legislation that supports IFPTE priorities, including energy investments that will significantly reduce carbon emissions, support union jobs in energy and manufacturing, and make sure corporations pay their fair share of taxes.

Energy, GovernmentFaraz KhanAugust 12, 2022Budget Reconciliation, inflation, Drug Price Negotiation, Energy, TVA

Rep. Sanchez Leads Congressional Labor Caucus Letter Asking DOJ to Acknowledge Union Rights of Immigration Judges in Letter Supporting NAIJ-IFPTE Judicial Council 2

This week, Rep. Linda Sánchez led a Congressional Labor Caucus letter to the Department of Justice asking the agency to acknowledge that immigration judges should be covered by the federal labor statute. NAIJ-IFPTE Judicial Council 2 recently filed for a union representation election to restore immigration judges statutory union rights.

Labor Rights, Government, ImmigrationFaraz KhanAugust 10, 2022NAIJ, FLRA, EOIR, DOJ, Labor Caucus

IFPTE Requests Senators Vote for Inflation Reduction Act Budget Reconciliation Bill

This week, IFPTE told Senators to vote for the Inflation Reduction Act, legislation that “advances a number of IFPTE’s priorities by making our energy sector cleaner and more resilient, prescription drugs more affordable, and our economy and tax system fairer for all Americans.”

EnergyCandace RhettAugust 5, 2022Inflation Reduction Act

Secretary-Treasurer Henson Named to Department of Labor FACOSH Council

The Department of Labor (DOL) announced the appointment of Secretary-Treasurer Gay Henson to the Federal Advisory Council on Occupational Safety and Health (FACOSH), which was established pursuant to Executive Order 11612 for the purpose of advising the Secretary of Labor on matters related to occupational safety and health of federal workers.

GovernmentCandace RhettAugust 5, 2022DOL, Gay Henson, FACOSH, Labor Secretary Walsh

Governments Must Help Families Facing Economic Precipice

The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) is calling on Canada’s governments to take immediate action to increase supports for low-income people as evidence mounts of a growing number of families unable to afford skyrocketing housing, energy and food costs.

Candace RhettAugust 5, 2022CLC

Bank of Canada Governor Should Not Undermine Collective Bargaining

The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) calls on the Bank of Canada's Governor: Mr. Macklem, kindly stay in your lane and away from the bargaining table.

Labor RightsCandace RhettAugust 5, 2022CLC, Bank of Canada