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BABIES AT THE BARGAINING TABLE: ACTIVIST MOMS MAKE IT WORK

By Jennifer Mathers-Piper, Unifor Local 433

Dedicating time to social justice isn’t always easy. The work is challenging in many ways and can be overwhelming. There are always injustices in the world that need to be made right.

With a properly organized schedule you might be able to maximize your contribution to a better world. Read more!


YOUNG WORKERS ASSEMBLY SHARES LESSONS OF THE FIGHT FOR $15 AND FAIRNESS

By Peter Hogarth

“I believe that we will win! I believe that we will win! Doesn’t it feel good to say that and mean it?” Rejean Hoilett from Fight for Ryerson $15 and Fairness commented after leading the crowd in the chant at the Ontario Federation of Labour’s (OFL) Young Workers’ Assembly. Read more!


YOUNG WORKER FOR LIFE?

By Denise Martins

This week, the Ontario Federation of Labour will once again be debating whether or not to redefine young worker from “30 years old or under” to a vague definition that leaves it up to each affiliate to define.

Young people need a labour movement that will stand up on their behalf more than ever before – not just one looking to renew the status quo, old boys’ club. Read more!


OPSEU CONTINUES TO FIGHT TO PROTECT PRECARIOUS WORKERS AT COLLEGES AFTER BACK-TO-WORK LEGISLATION

By Rick Telfer

IThe Ontario college faculty strike ended Nov. 19 as the Ontario Liberals’ back-to-work legislation passed final reading in the province’s legislature. Outstanding issues will be referred to binding mediation-arbitration. Read more!

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