The Shaw center buzzed with energy and purpose as unions from across Canada gathered for a preparatory meeting hosted by the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC). The event marked the opening of a 1-day lobbying effort to advocate for worker’s rights and wellbeing.
Bringing together union leaders and members, representatives and staff, the session was a powerful reminder of the collective strength of the labor movement and its ability to drive change.
The focus of the evening was clear: to prepare attendees for impactful conversations with policymakers by equipping them with the knowledge, tools and unity to advocate for a fairer, more equitable future, with an agenda centred on three priorities:
- Investing in workers
- Making life more affordable
- Strengthening healthcare
The CLC laid the groundwork for discussions that aim to shape the national narrative.
Beyond presenting these topics, the CLC meeting aimed to arm attendees with the skills and confidence needed for effective advocacy.
The meeting concluded with the CLC organizing attendees into groups, assigning each group a specific minister or senator to engage with the following day, these group were teach group will present the issues that workers are facing today, highlighting the challenges and obstacles that hinder their progress and well-being.
In conclusion, it is crucial that we address these challenges to ensure that workers are being treated with dignity and to put workers before profitability.
By working together to resolve these issues, we can build a future where every worker has the opportunity to thrive in a supportive and just environment.
Together, we have the power to make a difference.