"CMHA Timiskaming-Cochrane's decision to resort to a lockout is an aggressive tactic aimed at intimidating workers, but these members see right through it."
“Workers in Canada have a constitutionally protected right to strike, and the right to assemble. Strikes are a legal part of the labour dispute process, and the Ottawa police had no business interfering.”
“It’s been a long road to get to this point. With strong backing from the membership, our bargaining committee was able to secure an agreement that will help all members catch up and keep up with the rising cost of living.” - MGEU President Kyle Ross.
"Ed was a tenacious leader who fought to make the lives of Canadians better. A proud, social democrat, he saw how government could work for people, not just for the wealthy. He fought for the rights of workers, for strong public services, and for a vibrant democracy,” said Bert Blundon, NUPGE President
“Workers have already been feeling the impacts of climate change, be it battling wildfires, enduring extreme temperatures, helping to coordinate disaster response, or caring for those affected. This new report unequivocally confirms what people have been grappling with in their workplaces and in their communities," said NUPGE President Bert Blundon.