@kimsiever.bsky.social is a labour journalist with The @abworker.bsky.social, an independent media outlet that focuses on labour and politics. Kim spoke at the Labour School of the @cofcunions.bsky.social, and focused on the history of labour struggles in Canada. Watch at ccu-csc.ca/labour-journ...
It is with great sorrow that the @cofcunions.bsky.social marks the passing of Stephen Lewis. Lewis was a remarkable figure whose life was defined by unwavering commitment to working people, progressive politics, human rights, and global humanitarianism. Read at ccu-csc.ca/remembering-...
The @cofcunions.bsky.social (#CCU) is preparing its Spring 2026 edition of CCU Connections magazine. This edition will focus on the rise of gas and food prices, stagnant wages, and how everyday life is becoming more unaffordable for working people. Contact us if you'd like to write an article.
Jan Noster, Executive Director of the @cofcunions.bsky.social, addressed its Labour School in Calgary. Jan talked about his own journey as former president of the Construction Maintenance and Allied Workers Canada (CMAW) union, which is a CCU affiliate. See at ccu-csc.ca/ccu-executiv...
Workers across Quebec are raising their voices in opposition to Bill 3, introduced by the provincial government aimed at weakening labour unions and undermining the collective power of working people. Bill 3 is an authoritarian attack on the labour movement. Read at ccu-csc.ca/bill-3-in-qu...
The Nova Scotia Union of Public and Private Employees (NSUPE) and the @cofcunions.bsky.social have initiated a campaign to save public libraries in Nova Scotia. That’s why were asking everyone to sign the petition from the #CCU website at ccu-csc.ca/sign-the-onl... #saveourlibraries #socialservices
See the photos from the February Labour School and Executive Board meeting of the @cofcunions.bsky.social. Guest speakers included labour relations professional Elaine Pauls and labour journalist and activist Kim Siever. ED Jan Noster also provided a report on recent and upcoming CCU activities.
@cofcunions.bsky.social writes to Nova Scotia Premier Tim Houston about lack of funding to Public Libraries: "On behalf of the Confederation of Canadian Unions (CCU), I am writing to express our opposition to the continued erosion of public library funding in Nova Scotia." ccu-csc.ca/ccu-addresse...
The Public and Private Workers of Canada (#PPWC) is welcoming the announcement of $70.4 million in new funding from the Government of Canada and the Province of British Columbia to support workers affected by job losses across the province. Read at ccu-csc.ca/public-and-p... #standwithcrofton
Every year on March 8, the @cofcunions.bsky.social and people across the globe celebrate International Women’s Day, a moment to recognize the social, economic, and political achievements of women while also renewing the fight for gender equality. See the poster at ccu-csc.ca/internationa... #IWD2026
#PPWC President Geoff Dawe has created an online petition. Having it read in the House of Commons will bring us one step closer to having #PPWC workers at Crofton receive the supports they need. Please Like and Share online. Sign the petition at ccu-csc.ca/sign-federal... #standwithcrofton
Workers at the Primo Brands facility in Hope, BC have chosen to join the Construction, Maintenance and Allied Workers of Canada (CMAW), with an majority of cards signed. The BC Labour Relations Board recognized CMAW as the bargaining representative for the workforce. ccu-csc.ca/construction...
From #CCU President Shawn Campbell: "The first round of layoffs officially began at the Crofton pulp mill. Our Brothers and Sisters in the Public and Private Workers of Canada - PPWC Local 2 are being met with federal delays and inadequate support." Read at ccu-csc.ca/urgent-solid...
On February 3, 2026, #NDP Member of Parliament @gordjohns.bsky.social addressed the House of Commons, demanding the federal government take action and provide vital supports for #Crofton pulp workers and members of #PPWC Local 2. See at ccu-csc.ca/ndp-mp-gord-...
The @cofcunions.bsky.social wants to wish everyone a Happy New Year. The #CCU extends greetings and warm wishes of solidarity and hope to our members and to working people in every community across Canada. Read at ccu-csc.ca/happy-new-ye... #workersrights #union #socialjustice
Letter to Prime Minister Mark Carney and BC Premier David Eby. From @cofcunions.bsky.social President Shawn Campbell and Public and Private Workers of Canada (#PPWC) President Geoff Dawe. Read at ccu-csc.ca/ccu-and-ppwc... #crofton #forestry #unions
The @cofcunions.bsky.social extends warm wishes to all our members—and to working people across Canada—for a happy, restful, and joyful holiday season. This time of year reminds us why unions matter. Download the holiday card at ccu-csc.ca/happy-holida...
Tod Maffin spoke to the @cofcunions.bsky.social in October 2025 for our keynote speech - Relentless Decency: Finding Canada’s Voice in a World That Demand We Choose Sides. It includes a very specific challenge aimed straight at you: “Which one will you be?” Watch at ccu-csc.ca/tod-maffin-k...
The Public and Private Workers of Canada has been unequivocal for decades: federal raw log exports must be banned. A sustainable forest economy depends on value-added production here at home, not exporting the raw materials that should be processed by BC workers. Read at ccu-csc.ca/the-cost-of-...
The murder of fourteen women at Polytechnique Montréal on December 6, 1989, remains the most tragic act of gender-based violence in Canadian history. Parliament designated #December6th as The National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. Read at ccu-csc.ca/the-ccu-obse...
From @cofcunions.bsky.social President Shawn Campbell to BC Premier David Eby: Urgent Action Required Regarding Permanent Closure of Crofton Pulp Mill. "On behalf of our affiliate PPWC, we request the following from you..." Read at ccu-csc.ca/ccu-calls-fo... #crofton #pulpandpaper #domtar
From @cofcunions.bsky.social President Shawn Campbell: "I write with concern about Carney’s first federal budget. Budget 2025 claims to invest in infrastructure, housing, and “nation-building.” Yet for working people, this budget falls short of what we need." Read at ccu-csc.ca/canadas-fede...
Legal expert Daniel Legris spoke to the @cofcunions.bsky.social at its Labour School on #Indigenous rights, how Canadian law has affected #Indigenous communities going back to the mid 19th century, and the process of #truthandreconciliation. Watch the full video at ccu-csc.ca/daniel-legri...
Every November 11, the @cofcunions.bsky.social reflects on the sacrifices made by those who served and died in war. #RemembranceDay2025 is our moment to remember the courage and suffering of those who fought for #freedom, #justice, and #democracy. Download poster at ccu-csc.ca/honouring-th...
Tim McSorley spoke with the @cofcunions.bsky.social about the state of civil liberties in Canada today. Tim discussed the recent work of the @iclmg-csilc.bsky.social, including challenging the so-called “Strong Borders Act”. Watch the full video on the #CCU website at ccu-csc.ca/tim-mcsorley...
@cofcunions.bsky.social President Shawn Campbell Writes to Alberta Premier Danielle Smith on Teachers’ Democratic Right to Collective Bargaining: "Your government’s actions have undermined these rights in a way that is both unacceptable and deeply alarming." Read at ccu-csc.ca/ccu-presiden...
From CCU Vice President Mark Miller: "On behalf of the @cofcunions.bsky.social across our country, we write to express our solidarity in opposing the government’s unprecedented decision to invoke the #notwithstanding clause to force Alberta teachers back to work. Read at ccu-csc.ca/ccu-vice-pre...
A few days left to apply for the 2025 CCU Madeleine Parent/John St. Amand Bursaries. Deadline is October 10. The @cofcunions.bsky.social provides annual bursaries of $1,000 for children of #CCU members for the purpose of furthering their post-secondary education. Apply at ccu-csc.ca/2025-ccu-mad...
The @cofcunions.bsky.social calls on its members to take time to reflect on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. It represents a commitment to recognize the history of #colonialism and honour the survivors of residential schools. See at ccu-csc.ca/ccu-observes... #indigenous
@cofcunions.bsky.social Letter to Prime Minister Mark Carney Calls on Federal Government to Bargain in Good Faith with #CUPW Workers. Read letter by #CCU President Gregory Ball at ccu-csc.ca/ccu-open-let... @cupwsttp.bsky.social #workersrights #postalstrike