2 days ago
Swift News
Canada is seeing a spike in strikes — and as tariffs and the affordability crisis continue to hit workers hard, unions warn of more action on the horizon.
Some labour leaders say that includes a potential battle with a federal government that has repeatedly sent them back to work.
"We're preparing for the fight that's ahead," said Alisha Kang, president of the Union of National Employees. "The movement is done with lip service."
In a statement released on Labour Day, the Prime Minister's Office said it's working with unions to "build Canada strong."
"Workers are at the heart of this mission," the statement read.
Prime Minister Mark Carney ran much of his election campaign promising to support Canadian jobs. But Kang said that hasn't borne out in his first few months as prime minister.
"He is not our friend," Kang said.
"He used us as a backdrop for photo ops, but now when the rubber hits the road, he's not there to actually protect workers."
Kiavash Najafi, an executive director with the Canadian Labour Congress, said a growing number of workers are willing to support strike votes.
