Call for Swift Resolution to St Lawrence Seaway Strike

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TORONTO – Ontario Premier Doug Ford and Quebec Premier François Legault released the following joint statement in response to the St. Lawrence Seaway strike: “The labour disruption that has closed the St. Lawrence Seaway is risking significant harm to our economies. Nearly $17 billion in goods were transported through this vital trade corridor last year alone. Businesses and people across …

Passport services assume following public service labour disruption

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Gatineau – Service Canada is prepared to resume all services at Service Canada Centres and Passport offices following the end of the public service labour disruption. During the labour disruption, Service Canada processed passports that met the essential criteria for humanitarian or emergency situations. Nationally, Service Canada received approximately 27,900 applications during the disruption, which represents approximately 81% fewer domestic …