Ontario Labour Relations Board

Workers at the Delta by Marriott in Thunder Bay Vote to Join UFCW Local 175

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
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MISSISSAUGA, Ontario, March 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The 84 employees working at the Delta by Marriott hotel in Thunder Bay are celebrating today after their vote to join Local 175 of the United Food & Commercial Workers (UFCW) was a success.

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  • MISSISSAUGA, Ontario, March 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The 84 employees working at the Delta by Marriott hotel in Thunder Bay are celebrating today after their vote to join Local 175 of the United Food & Commercial Workers (UFCW) was a success.
  • “Like many people out there, these workers were looking for a way to build a better life,” said Kelly Tosato, President of UFCW Local 175.
  • That vote took place online over a 24-hour period, closing at noon on March 21, 2024, to determine whether UFCW Local 175 would become the certified bargaining representative for the workers.
  • The OLRB released the results shortly after the vote closed, assuring these workers are now Union members with UFCW Local 175.

Fairmont Royal York accused of unfair labour practices

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023
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TORONTO, Sept. 27, 2023 /CNW/ - The Toronto Hospitality Employees Union (THEU-CSN) denounces the growing number of unfair labour practices and anti-union maneuvers being perpetrated against it and its members by the Fairmont Royal York.

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  • TORONTO, Sept. 27, 2023 /CNW/ - The Toronto Hospitality Employees Union (THEU-CSN) denounces the growing number of unfair labour practices and anti-union maneuvers being perpetrated against it and its members by the Fairmont Royal York.
  • OLRB hearings on some of the unfair labour practice complaints are scheduled to begin on Tuesday October 3, 2023.
  • We call on Fairmont Royal York management to stop its anti-union behaviour and its intimidation of the workers we represent.
  • The Fairmont Royal York hotel is a part of the Accor Hotels Group based in France.

Catholic Teachers to Hold Province-wide Strike Vote

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Monday, August 21, 2023
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TORONTO, Aug. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Ontario English Catholic Teachers’ Association (OECTA) has released the following statement from President René Jansen in de Wal, announcing that OECTA will conduct a province-wide strike vote on October 18 and 19.

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  • TORONTO, Aug. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Ontario English Catholic Teachers’ Association (OECTA) has released the following statement from President René Jansen in de Wal, announcing that OECTA will conduct a province-wide strike vote on October 18 and 19.
  • Catholic teachers have been bargaining with representatives of the Government of Ontario and Catholic school boards for more than a year – with the goal of realizing a fair, negotiated agreement that supports all students, educators, and families.
  • To continue making progress, it has become necessary to conduct a strike vote to demonstrate our Association’s solidarity and resolve.
  • Bargaining will continue while the strike vote is being conducted.

Justice for Migrant Workers: Ford Must Enact Emergency Measures To Address Heat Stress And Climate Crisis In Ontario’s Farm Worker Community

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Thursday, July 6, 2023
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The Ford government must end its inaction and enact protections to address occupational health and safety hazards such as heat stress, poor air quality, and chemical and pesticide exposure.

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  • The Ford government must end its inaction and enact protections to address occupational health and safety hazards such as heat stress, poor air quality, and chemical and pesticide exposure.
  • Farm workers are raising the alarm regarding the hazards of air quality as well as the sweltering heat both in greenhouses and in the fields.
  • Ford has the necessary tools to address long standing issues raised by farm workers.
  • Chris Ramsaroop (Justicia for Migrant Workers) Tel 647-834-4932 / Email: [email protected]
    Taneeta Doma (Justicia for Migrant Workers & Migrant Farmworker Clinic) Tel 647-544-2758 / Email: [email protected]

Air Canada Pilots Association Welcomes New Acting Chief Executive Officer

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Wednesday, February 1, 2023
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TORONTO, Feb. 1, 2023 /CNW/ - First Officer Charlene Hudy, Chair of the Master Elected Council of the Air Canada Pilots Association (ACPA), is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Natalie Wiley as Acting Chief Executive Officer, effective December 2022.

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  • TORONTO, Feb. 1, 2023 /CNW/ - First Officer Charlene Hudy, Chair of the Master Elected Council of the Air Canada Pilots Association (ACPA), is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Natalie Wiley as Acting Chief Executive Officer, effective December 2022.
  • "I am thrilled to have a seasoned legal professional with an impressive career in labour relations as the new Acting CEO for ACPA," said First Officer Charlene Hudy.
  • "Ms. Wiley brings important experience and expertise to this role at a critical time for the Association.
  • The Air Canada Pilots Association (ACPA) represents over 4,500 members who fly passengers and cargo around the world on Air Canada and Air Canada rouge.

York University School of Continuing Studies relaunches Certificate in Dispute Resolution

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Wednesday, February 1, 2023
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TORONTO, Feb. 1, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, the York University School of Continuing Studies announced the relaunch of its longstanding Certificate in Dispute Resolution.

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  • TORONTO, Feb. 1, 2023 /CNW/ - Today, the York University School of Continuing Studies announced the relaunch of its longstanding Certificate in Dispute Resolution.
  • "The Certificate in Dispute Resolution is one of the oldest and most-respected programs in the School's portfolio—predating the creation of the School of Continuing Studies by several years.
  • Classes will be led by instructors who are national leaders in dispute resolution and who bring their vast knowledge and experience leading thousands of mediations.
  • For more information on this program launching in May, visit the School of Continuing Studies webpage .

TSSA calls on OPSEU to stop violating the Labour Relations Act

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Friday, September 30, 2022
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Toronto, Ontario, Sept. 30, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA) has filed an application to the Ontario Labour Relations Board (OLRB) calling on OPSEU the union representing inspectors who have been on strike since July 21 to cease and desist from violating the Labour Relations Act.

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  • Toronto, Ontario, Sept. 30, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Technical Standards and Safety Authority (TSSA) has filed an application to the Ontario Labour Relations Board (OLRB) calling on OPSEU the union representing inspectors who have been on strike since July 21 to cease and desist from violating the Labour Relations Act.
  • As part of this application, TSSA has also requested:
    That the OLRB issue an Order that OPSEU immediately negotiate in good faith and make every reasonable effort to achieve a negotiated Collective Agreement with TSSA.
  • This was requested by TSSA in response to concerns raised to TSSA by inspectors.
  • Unfortunately, OPSEU stopped negotiating directly with TSSA after the first few meetings and initiated a strike before both parties had an opportunity to reach an agreement.

"CUPW Files Unfair Labour Practice Complaint Against Uber"

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Friday, September 16, 2022
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On Thursday, Sept. 15, the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW), filed an unfair labour practices complaint with the Ontario Labour Relations Board against Uber for violating the Labour Relations Act.

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  • On Thursday, Sept. 15, the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW), filed an unfair labour practices complaint with the Ontario Labour Relations Board against Uber for violating the Labour Relations Act.
  • "Our labour laws prohibit an employer from favouring one union over another while workers are organizing," says Jan Simpson, CUPW National President.
  • Filing an Unfair Labour Practices complaint is how we do that."
  • The government cannot continue to let Uber undermine worker organizing and break the law to get their desired results," adds Simpson.

Ontario Federation of Labour Leaders to Attend Solidarity Action with Communities Impacted by the Convoy

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Saturday, February 19, 2022
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TORONTO, Feb. 19, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Ontario Federation of Labour (OFL) is mobilizing and will join a community solidarity action in support of Ottawa residents affected by the convoy and occupation of their community.

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  • TORONTO, Feb. 19, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Ontario Federation of Labour (OFL) is mobilizing and will join a community solidarity action in support of Ottawa residents affected by the convoy and occupation of their community.
  • The Ontario Federation of Labour unequivocally opposes the hate displayed by convoy participants and strongly condemns the targeting and harassment of working people and their communities.
  • Ontario Labour leaders are joining this important community action in solidarity with all workers and community members who have been impacted by the convoy.
  • The Ontario Federation of Labour represents 54 unions and one million workers in Ontario.

Uranium Miner’s Daughter “Breaks the Trail” for Victims of Toxic Aluminum Dust “Treatment”

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Tuesday, February 8, 2022
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A decade-long campaign led by the daughter of a deceased uranium miner has led to victory for workers struck by Parkinsons disease after being subjected to aluminum dust inhalation treatments in their jobs.

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  • A decade-long campaign led by the daughter of a deceased uranium miner has led to victory for workers struck by Parkinsons disease after being subjected to aluminum dust inhalation treatments in their jobs.
  • McIntyre Powder was an aluminum-based inhalant used between 1943 and 1979 in mines and other industries where workers might be exposed to silica dust.
  • The WSIB and Ontario government rejected such claims despite mounting scientific evidence demonstrating the link between Parkinsons and the aluminum powder.
  • The USW has been a fierce advocate in this struggle for justice for miners and families affected by McIntyre Powder.