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United Steelworkers union urges swift action on unaddressed worker rights issues in Budget 2024

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, April 16, 2024
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OTTAWA, April 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The United Steelworkers union acknowledge the positive steps taken by the federal government in Budget 2024 to uphold workers' rights and advance sustainable job creation but emphasizes the need for swift action on critical issues that remain unaddressed.

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, April 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The United Steelworkers union acknowledge the positive steps taken by the federal government in Budget 2024 to uphold workers' rights and advance sustainable job creation but emphasizes the need for swift action on critical issues that remain unaddressed.
  • “Since presenting our budget submissions last summer, the government has introduced anti-scab legislation and moved forward on the Sustainable Jobs Act – legislative measures that will help uphold workers' rights and give workers a voice in efforts to transition to sustainable jobs,” said Marty Warren, Canadian National Director for the United Steelworkers.
  • However, Budget 2024 falls short in adequately funding the industrial policies and workers-centred sustainable jobs plan, crucial for ensuring prosperity for workers and their communities.
  • Additionally, the absence of Employment Insurance reform for the 21st century and a "Buy Clean" procurement policy raises concerns about the budget's ability to address key issues impacting workers and the environment.

Bolder action needed to make life more affordable and tackle corporate greed

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Tuesday, April 16, 2024
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Workers are being squeezed by a cost-of-living crisis and bolder investments are required to provide relief and counteract out-of-control corporate greed.

Key Points: 
  • Workers are being squeezed by a cost-of-living crisis and bolder investments are required to provide relief and counteract out-of-control corporate greed.
  • However, the sky-high price of groceries and essentials continue to stretch household budgets, and much more ambitious action is needed to make life affordable," said Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress.
  • The government must get back to building public housing, address the financialization of housing, and take action to make renting more affordable.
  • We need bolder action to tackle corporate greed and fund support for struggling families.”

REMINDER/Media Advisory: Budget 2024 Must Invest in Affordability, Reject Austerity

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Monday, April 15, 2024
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OTTAWA, April 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, is available for comment on what workers are looking for in the upcoming federal budget.

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, April 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, is available for comment on what workers are looking for in the upcoming federal budget.
  • The upcoming budget is an opportunity to deliver much-needed help and address these inequities,” explained Bruske.
  • “We must invest in non-profit rental and social housing, to make homes affordable for every family.
  • “Budget 2024 is an opportunity to fight back against a vision of Canada where wealthy corporations get more tax giveaways, and deeper government spending cuts mean even less help for people who need it most.”

Nearly 1 in 4 Canadians Have Yet to File Their Taxes with Only 6 Days Until the April 30 Deadline

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Thursday, April 25, 2024
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Around 71% of those that have not yet filed plan to do so before the April 30 deadline; however, a whopping 25% say they'll miss the deadline, entirely.

Key Points: 
  • Around 71% of those that have not yet filed plan to do so before the April 30 deadline; however, a whopping 25% say they'll miss the deadline, entirely.
  • Around 23% of Canadians (7M) have yet to file their taxes, according to a new survey commissioned by H&R Block Canada.
  • Our message to all Canadians is to file your taxes before the April 30 deadline.
  • Repercussions of filing after the April 30 deadline: Filing the 2023 tax return late could cost Canadians more.

Budget 2024 delivers social progress to help Canadians weather economic headwinds, says Unifor

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
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OTTAWA, ON, April 16, 2024 /CNW/ - Unifor recognizes the federal government for delivering a budget that pushes social progress and jobs in the face of economic inequities, relentless affordability pressures and stubbornly high interest rates.

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, ON, April 16, 2024 /CNW/ - Unifor recognizes the federal government for delivering a budget that pushes social progress and jobs in the face of economic inequities, relentless affordability pressures and stubbornly high interest rates.
  • "Budgets can't undo decades of revenue-depleting tax cuts, but they can act as building-blocks for more creative and progressive ways to help Canadians weather the economic challenges they face now and in the future."
  • With a focus on "Fairness for Every Generation", Budget 2024 commits to significantly bolster Canada's housing stock, including affordable rental housing and social housing and provides new protections to renters.
  • Unifor is Canada's largest union in the private sector, representing 315,000 workers in every major area of the economy.

Media Advisory: Budget 2024 Must Invest in Affordability, Reject Austerity

Retrieved on: 
Thursday, April 4, 2024
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OTTAWA, April 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, is available for comment on what workers are looking for in the upcoming federal budget.

Key Points: 
  • OTTAWA, April 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, is available for comment on what workers are looking for in the upcoming federal budget.
  • The upcoming budget is an opportunity to deliver much-needed help and address these inequities,” explained Bruske.
  • “We must invest in non-profit rental and social housing, to make homes affordable for every family.
  • “Budget 2024 is an opportunity to fight back against a vision of Canada where wealthy corporations get more tax giveaways, and deeper government spending cuts mean even less help for people who need it most.”

The Conference Board Employment Trends Index™ (ETI) Increased in March

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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NEW YORK, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Conference Board Employment Trends Index™ (ETI) increased in March to 112.84, up from a downwardly revised 111.85 in February. The Employment Trends Index is a leading composite index for employment. When the Index increases, employment is likely to grow as well, and vice versa. Turning points in the Index indicate that a change in the trend of job gains or losses is about to occur in the coming months.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Conference Board Employment Trends Index™ (ETI) increased in March to 112.84, up from a downwardly revised 111.85 in February.
  • The Employment Trends Index is a leading composite index for employment.
  • "The ETI increased slightly in March, signaling employment will continue to grow in Q2 of 2024," said Will Baltrus, Associate Economist at The Conference Board.
  • The Employment Trends Index aggregates eight leading indicators of employment, each of which has proven accurate in its own area.

Statement - The Government of Canada highlights National Caregiver Day

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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National Caregiver Day is an opportunity to raise awareness of the efforts of the almost 8 million caregivers in Canada who are providing care for others.

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  • National Caregiver Day is an opportunity to raise awareness of the efforts of the almost 8 million caregivers in Canada who are providing care for others.
  • To help provide financial support for those who are providing care for a loved one, caregivers can benefit from the non-refundable Canada caregiver credit .
  • The Government of Canada is also collaborating with provinces and territories to implement bilateral agreements focused on the shared priority of helping Canadians age with dignity close to home.
  • The Government of Canada is taking steps to enhance Canadian seniors' ability to age at home and receive quality home care.

The Conference Board Employment Trends Index™ (ETI) Decreased in February

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Monday, March 11, 2024
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NEW YORK, March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Conference Board Employment Trends Index™ (ETI) decreased in February to 112.29, from a downwardly revised 113.18 in January. The Employment Trends Index is a leading composite index for employment. When the Index increases, employment is likely to grow as well, and vice versa. Turning points in the Index indicate that a change in the trend of job gains or losses is about to occur in the coming months.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, March 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Conference Board Employment Trends Index™ (ETI) decreased in February to 112.29, from a downwardly revised 113.18 in January.
  • The Employment Trends Index is a leading composite index for employment.
  • "The ETI decreased in February after two consecutive months of modest increases," said Will Baltrus, Associate Economist at The Conference Board.
  • The Employment Trends Index aggregates eight leading indicators of employment, each of which has proven accurate in its own area.

With a five-year study period spanning 2017-2021, this is the second annual report to cover the COVID-19 pandemic period

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Thursday, February 29, 2024
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With a five-year study period spanning 2017-2021, this is the second annual report to cover the COVID-19 pandemic period, which permits an early understanding of the adaptation of Workers’ Compensation to the pandemic and general reversions to pre-pandemic trends.

Key Points: 
  • With a five-year study period spanning 2017-2021, this is the second annual report to cover the COVID-19 pandemic period, which permits an early understanding of the adaptation of Workers’ Compensation to the pandemic and general reversions to pre-pandemic trends.
  • The report includes tables, figures, and appendices detailing outcomes related to Workers’ Compensation benefits, costs, and coverage.
  • “In addition to its impacts on employment, the pandemic placed pressure on Workers’ Compensation and other programs to benefit workers and their families.
  • In 2021, workers’ compensation covered jobs made strong gains from 2020, while covered wages continued to increase as they have in recent years.