Public money for oil and gas must come with strong, clear and stringent conditions that protects jobs, communities and, most especially, strong environmental and worker safety regulations. We do not support a “blank-cheque” bailout for any corporation that results in bonuses for executives, dividends for shareholders or tax-avoidance through offshore tax havens. We also expect our [...]
Shop Local! The Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour (NLFL) is launching a "SHOP LOCAL" campaign. We encourage our members to shop at LOCAL establishments, buy LOCALLY-MADE products, eat at LOCAL restaurants, and support OUR LOCAL ECONOMY. LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR SHOP LOCAL CAMPAIGN
SIGN THE PETITION TO REDUCE INTEREST RATES NOW Greetings: The Canadian Labour Congress is launching a targeted campaign tomorrow to call on the big banks and credit card companies to help struggling Canadian families by significantly reducing credit card interest rates. The COVID-19 pandemic has led to widespread anxiety [...]
This document is a collection of resources on the information, services, and benefits that exist for Newfoundlanders and Labradorians during the COVID-19 crisis. These include services provided by local groups as well as the provincial government and federal government. The page will be updated as warranted. Last updated October 5, [...]
In response to misleading and false claims made by the NL Department of Finance about the minimum wage, the Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour is sharing information to debunk the myths about minimum wage, and promote a better understanding of what as $15 minimum wage will mean for workers, business, and the economy in [...]
The NLFL appreciates the opportunity to provide this submission. It is a credit to the Government of Newfoundland and Labrador that it is carrying out a review of the minimum wage. In doing so, it is joining with other provinces that have taken a leadership role in actively considering the appropriate level of the minimum [...]
The Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour encourages employers across the province to #StandDown4Safety on July 5, 2019. This event is a special effort of the Newfoundland and Labrador Construction Safety Association and is open to all workplaces. “A safety stand-down is a voluntary event where employers speak directly to workers about safety. All workplaces can [...]
In this 2019 election let‘s elect a government that is committed to a fair economy that addresses the needs of all citizens in the province. We need a government that will protect workers’ rights, strengthen our public services and build a sustainable economy. Ask candidates where they stand on these important issues. A Sustainable Economy [...]
The purpose of our #BTYBUNL campaign is to inform you about what unions have done for you. Canada’s labour movement has pushed for changes in legislation to improve the life of all workers. Whether you are a unionized worker or not, unions have fought for and won many rights and benefits for ALL workers! Click the [...]
The Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour (NLFL) is launching a public campaign, to demand that the provincial government honour a 2013 Statutory Review recommendation, to increase the workers’ compensation income replacement rate for injured workers by 5%. You can download the media release here. Click here to view our dedicated campaign page.
