Unions have fought long and hard on the issue of health and safety in the workplace. Today, we recommit to this struggle. We will fight for all the things to keep workers safe: presumptive coverage for those who need it, more training for hazardous work, and more accountability from employers. One injury, one death is too many."
Fort Nelson First Nation will fly their flag at half-mast in honour of firefighter Adam Yeadon, who lost his life battling wildfires in the Northwest Territories.
Deceased N.W.T. firefighter Adam Yeadon loved his job, family says cbc.ca - get the latest breaking news, showbiz & celebrity photos, sport news & rumours, viral videos and top stories from cbc.ca Daily Mail and Mail on Sunday newspapers.