Gatineau – Canada’s population of seniors is rapidly growing. As we work to help every Canadian age with dignity and choice, we must ensure that our public policy reflects the lived experiences of Canadian seniors and their supporters. The Government of Canada launched an appointment process to fill current and upcoming vacancies on the National Seniors Council. The National Seniors …
Gatineau – Seamus O’Regan Jr., Minister of Labour and Seniors, and Pablo Rodriguez, Minister of Transport, issued the following statement on the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) Canada ratification vote: “Tonight, we received formal notice that the membership of the ILWU Canada has voted in favour of the deal negotiated on July 30. The British Columbia Maritime Employers Association …
Woodbridge – Seniors have made and continue to make significant and valuable contributions to their families, communities and workplaces. The Government of Canada remains committed to supporting local organizations that empower seniors, promote engagement within their communities and contribute to their health and well-being. Francesco Sorbara, Member of Parliament for Vaughan—Woodbridge, on behalf of Canada’s Minister of Labour and Seniors, …
Geneva – Minister of Labour Seamus O’Regan Jr. concluded his participation at the 111th annual International Labour Conference in Geneva, Switzerland. During the Conference, Minister O’Regan discussed key issues with his international counterparts. Topics included promoting respect for fundamental rights at work, supporting inclusive economic growth and combatting forced labour in global supply chains. During his plenary address to the Conference, …
Gatineau – Menstrual products like pads and tampons are as necessary as toilet paper and soap, but they are not treated that way in most workplaces. That is why, in 2021, the Government of Canada committed to making changes to the Canada Labour Code to ensure access to menstrual products in all federally regulated workplaces. Minister of Labour Seamus O’Regan Jr. announced …
St John’s – Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities, Seamus O’Regan Jr., Minister of Labour, Joanne Thompson, Member of Parliament for St. John’s East , Dr. Andrew Furey, Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador, and Elvis Loveless, Minister of Transportation and Infrastructure, announced an investment of up to $306 million to expand the Trans-Canada Highway. This investment will …
Gatineau – The Government of Canada is committed to appointing highly qualified candidates to serve the best interests of Canadians. Minister of Labour Seamus O’Regan Jr. announced the reappointment of Anne Tennier as President and Chief Executive Officer of the Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) for another five-year term, effective April 16, 2023. Ms. Tennier has been …
Gatineau – Every day, more and more Canadian workers are taking on gig work—casual work arrangements involving specific and often one-off tasks, frequently through digital platforms. While gig work can offer some benefits, such as flexible work arrangements, these kinds of work relationships can also often deprive workers of their labour rights and the basic job protections that everyone deserves. …
