labour
Sides in Regina refinery contract dispute dug in despite mediator’s report
Federated Co-operatives unable to accept all the terms, tabled another offer that Unifor says includes “new, aggressive concessions.”
Better access to immigration needed to address worker shortages: CFIB
Study shows more than 75% of SMEs have had difficulty hiring workers over the past five years due to skills and labour needs.
Special mediator appointed in Regina Co-op refinery labour dispute
Vince Ready, who has worked in labour relations for more than five decades, will try to break the deadlock between the company and Unifor.
Unifor tries to shut down refinery; Co-op says union is breaking court order
Union’s tactic is an attempt to force the company back to the bargaining table.
UAW workers ratify new contract with Fiat Chrysler
Deal extends a moratorium on outsourcing of jobs and will maintain its US presence through the life of the contract.
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Job prospects modest as employers forecast conservative hiring pace: Manpower
…but strongest labour market for manufacturing in 14 years is expected during the next three months.
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Feds face calls to protect aluminum industry as USMCA close to final
Labour concerned amendments may not include a tighter definition on what constitutes North American aluminum.
Tech hub cities gain traction as companies hunt for labour [UPDATED]
Companies are noticing a significant pool of untapped tech talent elsewhere in the country.
Committees finish work in GM talks, top bargainers take over
Minor issues largely are resolved, focus shifts to wages, use of temporary workers and other contentious issues.
New approaches needed for workforce development
The use of new digital technlogies is reshaping the way education and training is being delivered.
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GM halts two thirds of St. Catharines production over US strike [UPDATED]
Follows the full shutdown of vehicle production at the company’s Oshawa Assembly Plant.
Striking workers question whether UAW leaders can be trusted
In August, FBI raided the suburban Detroit home of UAW President Gary Jones as part of the widening federal investigation.
Quebec accepted 40% fewer skilled workers in first half of 2019
Province suffers from labour shortages in all regions, business groups wants 60,000 immigrants a year.
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GM, Unifor announce Oshawa investment that saves 300 jobs [UPDATED]
The transition will cost $170 million and save 300 of the 2,600 union jobs.
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