News – Vancouver and District Labour Council.

June Regular Meeting Update

June 18, 2025

Thank you to all who joined us for our June regular meeting. At this meeting…

Joint statement from French, British, and Canadian unions

June 17, 2025

In advance of the UN conference France is co-chairing, we unions representing millions of workers…

Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, on the G7 Summit

June 12, 2025

From Kitimat to Selkirk, Sault Ste. Marie to Alma, and now Hamilton—workers across Canada are…

Solidarity in our Pride: Unions Welcome 2025 Pride Season in Celebration of 2SLGBTQI+ Workers and Communities

June 4, 2025

From coast to coast, unions are joining in the festivities to celebrate the 2025 Pride…

Canada’s Labour, Business, and Municipal Leaders Respond to Trump’s Tariff Hike

June 3, 2025

Ottawa, ON — On Wednesday, June 4, three of Canada’s foremost national leaders representing workers,…

Gaza: ITUC calls for urgent action to end humanitarian catastrophe

June 2, 2025

In response to the escalating violence in Gaza and the humanitarian catastrophe there, the International…

Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, on the Wildfires Affecting Communities Across Canada

May 31, 2025

As wildfires continue to devastate communities across Canada—particularly in Manitoba—our hearts go out to everyone…

Statement from Bea Bruske in Reaction to Trump’s Plan to Double Tariffs

May 31, 2025

Donald Trump’s plan to double steel & aluminum tariffs is yet another direct  attack on Canadian workers and…

National AccessAbility Week 2025: Federal government must provide a better benefit

May 29, 2025

Canada’s unions are marking National AccessAbility Week 2025 by calling on the newly elected federal government to…

Throne Speech misses the mark for workers

May 27, 2025

Statement by Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, on the Government’s Throne Speech…

VDLC Welcomes CUPE Local 3787!

May 21, 2025

We are excited to announce that VDLC delegates at our May regular meeting voted unanimously…

Workers mark IDAHOBIT 2025 united against anti-2SLGBTQI+ hate

May 17, 2025

Across Canada, unions are marking the International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia with a…

Labour 7 Statement to G7 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors

May 14, 2025

Labour 7 urges G7 countries to put green and decent job creation at heart of…

Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, on the swearing-in of Prime Minister Carney’s Cabinet

May 13, 2025

OTTAWA – Today marks a new chapter for Canada, and workers are watching closely. With…

Grieving families demand real enforcement of the Westray Law

May 9, 2025

Today, May 9th 2025, marks the 33rd anniversary of the Westray disaster, where 26 miners…

Universal health care must include mental health

May 5, 2025

Canada’s unions are marking Mental Health Week by calling on the new federal government to…

Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress

April 29, 2025

Today, we celebrate and thank Jagmeet Singh for his extraordinary leadership and unwavering commitment to…

Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, on the federal election results

April 29, 2025

Congratulations to Prime Minister Mark Carney on last night’s election victory. Canadians with a diversity…

Day of Mourning: Workers’ safety and wellbeing must be a top priority

April 28, 2025

Every year on April 28, workers in Canada mark the National Day of Mourning, a…

Rana Plaza: 12 years of fighting for corporate accountability

April 24, 2025

Since 2013, when the Rana Plaza factory collapsed in Bangladesh, Canada’s unions have marked the…

Canada’s unions sound alarm on public health care crisis

April 14, 2025

Nanaimo, B.C. — Standing in front of Nanaimo Hospital, labour leaders and frontline workers joined…

Patients over profits: Defending our public health care

April 11, 2025

Nanaimo, BC—Canada’s public health care system is in crisis. Working families are facing impossible choices—whether…

Labour Leaders Rally in Windsor as Tariffs Threaten Canadian Jobs

April 7, 2025

WINDSOR, ON — As the fallout from Donald Trump’s reckless tariffs sends shockwaves across the…

Vancouver Byelection

April 6, 2025

Huge congratulations to Lucy Maloney on last night’s victory! OneCity ran an impressive, principled, progressive…

Canadian Labour Congress joins workers in Windsor, Ontario

April 4, 2025

Workers must not be collateral damage in Trump’s destructive trade war Windsor, ON – The…

Canada’s unions call for immediate action on U.S. tariffs threatening over one million jobs

April 2, 2025

OTTAWA – As union leaders from across the country gather in Ottawa, Canada’s unions are…

Canada’s unions call for immediate expansion of universal Pharmacare

April 1, 2025

OTTAWA –– As we prepare for the devastating economic impacts of Trump’s unjustified and reckless…

CLC and FTQ Presidents to Address Impact of U.S. Tariffs on Canadian Workers

April 1, 2025

OTTAWA, ON — As Canada’s unions gather in Ottawa for an important meeting to discuss…

CLC statement: Hudson’s Bay hands $3M to executives and no severance to workers

March 26, 2025

Hudson’s Bay’s financial crisis cannot and must not come at the expense of its workers.…

Canada’s unions launch bold platform as federal election called

March 24, 2025

“Workers Together” plan challenges parties to tackle trade threats, strengthen public health care and address…

Labour leaders launch “Building a Better Future for Working People” platform

March 21, 2025

St. John’s, NL—Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC), alongside Jessica McCormick, President…

Workers in Canada are pushing back against attacks on DEI policies

March 21, 2025

This International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, Canada’s unions reaffirm their commitment to…

Repatriate HandyDart!

March 19, 2025

The VDLC has reaffirmed its commitment to seeing HandyDart service in Metro Vancouver fully repatriated…

Welcome COPE Local 225!

March 19, 2025

The VDLC is excited to welcome it’s newest affiliate, Canadian Office & Professional Employees Local…

Government action needed as U.S. tariffs cause Canadian job losses

March 18, 2025

Hawkesbury, ON — The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) and United Steelworkers (USW) demand immediate government…

Canada’s unions call on Hudson’s Bay to prioritize workers in bankruptcy proceedings

March 18, 2025

Hudson’s Bay’s financial troubles shouldn’t come at the cost of workers’ livelihoods. Nearly 9,000 jobs…

Abject failure: Canada’s would-be human rights watchdog leaves Bangladeshi garment workers languishing in poverty

March 12, 2025

In many Bangladeshi garment factories, the women and men who make clothes for export around…

Canada’s unions to Carney: Protect workers from job losses and uncertainty

March 11, 2025

OTTAWA, ON – The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) is demanding immediate and decisive action from…

Labour 7 statement to the G7: Putting social justice at the heart of international cooperation

March 11, 2025

The G7 meets in 2025 in a time of profound geopolitical shifts and tensions. While…

International Women’s Day 2025 – Workers are bringing gender justice to the ballot box

March 8, 2025

Across Canada, women and gender diverse workers are fed up with bearing the brunt of…

Canada’s Unions welcome extended child care funding

March 6, 2025

The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) welcomed today’s announcement that the $10 a day Child Care…

Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, on Trump’s tariff attack on Canada

March 4, 2025

Today, we face an unprecedented economic attack on Canada and Canadian workers. Donald Trump’s reckless…

Canada’s unions holding third emergency meeting in response to U.S. tariffs

February 26, 2025

OTTAWA, ON – The Canadian Council, led by the Canadian Labour Congress is holding its…

VDLC Endorses Vancouver City Council Byelection Candidates

February 25, 2025

The Vancouver and District Labour Council (VDLC) has selected the candidates who will receive its…

CLC President Bea Bruske available after U.S. – Canada trade talks in Washington, D.C.

February 12, 2025

WASHINGTON, D.C.—A delegation of American and Canadian labour leaders will meet with Canadian Premiers in…

Another Attack on Canadian Workers: Trump’s 25% Tariffs on Canadian Steel and Aluminum

February 10, 2025

OTTAWA – Today, Donald Trump has once again launched an economic attack on Canadian workers,…

CLC PRESIDENT BEA BRUSKE AVAILABLE TO SPEAK FOLLOWING TRUDEAU-TRUMP MEETING ON TRADE WAR

February 3, 2025

OTTAWA—Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) President Bea Bruske will be available to speak to media following…

Cut Off U.S. Energy and Resources Now: No Electricity, No Critical Minerals, No Oil and Gas

February 1, 2025

WINNIPEG – Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, issued the following statement today: …

BHM 2025: Join Canada’s unions in advancing racial and economic justice for Black workers

February 1, 2025

Canada’s unions are marking Black History Month by highlighting the crucial role unions play in…

Canadian Labour Congress, NDP leader Jagmeet Singh, and United Steelworkers to address threat of U.S. tariffs on Canadian jobs

January 29, 2025

Sault Ste. Marie –– CLC President Bea Bruske, alongside federal NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh, and…

Protected: Labour Reps on Riding/Constituency Associations

January 28, 2025

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Canadians reject Trump’s tariff threats: New CLC poll

January 23, 2025

OTTAWA, ON –A new poll commissioned by the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) reveals Canadians are…

Gaza: Ceasefire must lead to lasting peace

January 22, 2025

Canada’s unions welcome the ceasefire and call on all parties to adhere to the agreement…

Statement from the Canadian Labour Congress: Standing united against U.S. tariff threats

January 17, 2025

Canada’s unions are deeply alarmed by the U.S. administration’s threat to impose a 25% tariff…

Coquitlam School District Byelection

January 10, 2025

Our friends at New Westminster and District Labour Council have endorsed Rosey Manhas for the…

BEA BRUSKE: IT’S TIME TO PUT WORKERS FIRST IN THE FACE OF ECONOMIC UNCERTAINTY

December 20, 2024

Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress OTTAWA — There’s been too…

Migrant workers in Canada deserve access to permanent residency and citizenship

December 18, 2024

Canada’s unions are marking International Migrants Day by continuing to call on the government to…

THE FALL ECONOMIC STATEMENT FAILS FOR WORKERS

December 16, 2024

Canada’s unions continue to demand a government that prioritizes the needs of workers over corporate…

Undermining Workers’ Rights: Government Must End Section 107 Misuse

December 16, 2024

Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress OTTAWA- The government’s decision to…

Holiday Office Hours

December 11, 2024

Human Rights Day 2024: Canada’s unions push back against rising hate

December 10, 2024

Canada’s unions are marking International Human Rights Day by urging Canadians to come together to…

Greg Snider – Winner of the 2024 Carol McGregor CLC Disability Rights Award

December 3, 2024

Every year on December 3, the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, the Canadian Labour…

People with disabilities deserve better from the Canada Disability Benefit

December 3, 2024

The International Day of Persons with Disabilities is celebrated annually on Dec 3. This year,…

Workers rally on Parliament Hill, urging MPs to address families’ struggles.

November 27, 2024

OTTAWA –– The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) held its annual Lobby Day this week, bringing…

Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, on Trump’s tariff threat

November 26, 2024

“Donald Trump’s threat of a 25% tariff on Canadian products is a direct attack on…

VDLC Turns 135!

November 21, 2024

One hundred and thirty five years ago today, on November 21, 1889, the Vancouver and…

Canada’s unions continue to fight against transphobic violence

November 20, 2024

Every year on Trans Day of Remembrance (TDOR), we mourn the lives of trans and…

Statement by Bea Bruske on the Passing of John Horgan

November 12, 2024

Today, we mourn the loss of John Horgan, the 36th Premier of British Columbia and…

Canada’s unions demand respect for port workers and fair negotiations – not political interference

November 12, 2024

OTTAWA –– Today’s decision by Labour Minister Steven MacKinnon to end the lockouts at the…

HISTORIC WIN FOR CANADIANS AS THE PHARMACARE ACT PASSES

October 11, 2024

OTTAWA – Canada’s unions are celebrating a historic victory for millions of Canadians today with…

Statement on the anniversary of the October 7 attacks

October 7, 2024

Today marks the one-year anniversary of the Hamas terrorist attacks on Israel. The Canadian Labour…

A Better Deal for Workers: How Decent Work Can Build a Better Future for Workers

October 4, 2024

Statement by Bea Bruske on World Day of Decent Work. On this World Day for…

Protecting Canadian workers: CLC welcomes tariffs on Chinese imports

October 1, 2024

Statement from Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress Canada’s unions are pleased with…

True reconciliation requires meaningful action, not just symbolic gestures

September 30, 2024

On this National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Canada’s unions continue to urge the federal…

Gender Equality Week 2024: Women deserve a better deal

September 23, 2024

Canada’s unions are calling on federal leaders to seize the moment this gender equality week…

Petition to ban PFAS

September 18, 2024

The VDLC endorses the parliamentary petition, initiated by President Todd Schierling of the BC Professional…

Provincial Election Writ Drop

September 18, 2024

On September 21st the writ drops for the upcoming provincial election. The BC NDP will…

CANADA’S UNIONS CALL ON MPs TO PRIORITIZE WORKERS IN UPCOMING PARLIAMENTARY SESSION

September 16, 2024

OTTAWA––The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) is urging the federal government to make workers a top…

Labour Day Op Ed: It’s Time for a Better Deal for Workers

September 5, 2024

Canada is at a crossroads. We can continue down a path where workers grapple with…

Statement on the conclusion of the Confidence and Supply Agreement

September 4, 2024

The President of the Canadian Labour Congress, Bea Bruske, issued the following statement in reaction…

On Labour Day, Canada’s unions launch national campaign demanding a better deal for all workers

September 2, 2024

OTTAWA – This Labour Day, Canada’s unions are launching “Workers Together: For a better deal,”…

Labour Day: A Tale of Two Economies

August 28, 2024

This September 2 workers across Canada will celebrate Labour Day. It is a chance to…

Pro-worker momentum at the DNC spells trouble for Poilievre as well as Trump

August 22, 2024

By Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress as published in National Newswatch Donald…

Protecting Canada’s EV Opportunities

June 24, 2024

Ottawa, ON – Leveraging the power of Canada’s skilled workforce with the right decisions, we…

Labour celebrating historic wins – but the fight is not over

June 21, 2024

Bruske: This parliamentary session was a historic triumph for the labour movement – but we…

Canada’s unions: workers have waited long enough to pass Bill C-64, An Act Respecting Pharmacare

June 18, 2024

Bruske: The Senate must pass the bill without amendments or further delays. OTTAWA- Pharmacare is…

Global union leaders affirm support for Palestinian trade unions and the Palestinian people

June 11, 2024

This week the leaders of seven Global Union Federations (GUFs) and the International Trade Union…

One step closer to universal pharmacare for Canadians

June 4, 2024

Ottawa, ON – Canada is closer than ever to achieving a universal public drug plan.…

Pride 2024: No one left behind: Equality, freedom, and justice for all

June 1, 2024

For Pride 2024, Canada’s unions stand firm under the banner of “No One Left Behind:…

On Injured Workers Day, Canada’s unions say: safe work now!

May 31, 2024

June 1st is Injured Workers Day. Far too many workers continue to be injured on…

National AccessAbility Week: Income Security Critical to Accessibility

May 29, 2024

Canada’s unions mark National AccessAbility Week by calling on the federal government to support people…

Unanimous support from MPs for anti-scab legislation – now over to senators

May 28, 2024

Bruske: My message to the Senators is clear: Pass Bill C-58 without further delays. The…

Welcome CUPE Local 2269!

May 22, 2024

The VDLC is pleased to welcome the affiliation of Canadian Union of Public Employees Local…

Reduce interest rates and offer relief to Canadian families – ball is in your court, Governor Macklem

May 21, 2024

OTTAWA – Despite a slowdown in inflation and the Bank of Canada achieving its target…

20 years after its passing, Canada’s unions demand enforcement of the Westray Law

May 9, 2024

On May 9th, 1992, 26 workers at the Westray mine in Pictou County, Nova Scotia…

Unified labour front: Nova Scotia Teachers’ Union joins Canadian Labour Congress

May 8, 2024

OTTAWA –The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) is pleased to announce the official affiliation of the…

Cut interest rates to provide relief to families

May 2, 2024

OTTAWA––Cutting interest rates to provide relief to workers and families is urgently needed in the…

Hundreds come together to celebrate May Day, build solidarity

May 2, 2024

Last night’s May Day Celebration was a big success. Hundreds of participants visited the Maritime…

NEW POLL: CANADIANS BACK UNIONS TO DELIVER WORKER PROTECTIONS, FAIRER WAGES

May 1, 2024

OTTAWA––New poll reveals most Canadians agree that unions deliver better jobs, fairer working conditions and…

Canada’s unions call for ‘Safe work now!’

April 26, 2024

As workers across the country prepare to mark the National Day of Mourning on April…

May Day 2024 Schedule

April 25, 2024

Auditorium Boardroom 1 Boardroom 3 5:30 PM Event opens. Booths and bar begin operating. Food…

11 years after the Rana Plaza factory collapse, Canada’s unions honour victims and continue demands to improve conditions for workers

April 23, 2024

April 24, 2024, marks 11 years since the collapse of the Rana Plaza garment factory…

Earth Day 2024: Canada’s move to net-zero must have workers at its core

April 22, 2024

Canada’s unions were happy to see the Sustainable Jobs Act recently pass third reading in…

Canada’s unions are united: Want our votes? Enhance our rights!

April 18, 2024

OTTAWA – Canadian Labour Congress President Bea Bruske was joined by workers’ representatives from across…

Touchdown! CFLPA joins Canadian Labour Congress

April 18, 2024

OTTAWA – The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) celebrates today’s affiliation of the Canadian Football League…

Labour reps discuss election strategy and union momentum

April 17, 2024

OTTAWA–– The Canadian Labour Congress will convene representatives of millions of workers from across Canada…

Bolder action needed to make life more affordable and tackle corporate greed

April 16, 2024

While Canada’s unions welcome tax fairness measures, investments in housing and the new National School…

Sustainable Jobs Act passes in House of Commons

April 15, 2024

Canada’s unions are celebrating the passage of the Sustainable Jobs Act, Bill C-50, through the…

BUDGET 2024 MUST INVEST IN AFFORDABILITY, REJECT AUSTERITY

April 4, 2024

OTTAWA––Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress, is available for comment on what workers…

Reject corporate gaslighting and deliver help for people in Budget 2024

March 25, 2024

By Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress as published in iPolitics We hear…

Canada must address systemic racism and discrimination in the workforce

March 21, 2024

As we mark the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination on March 21,…

Welcome CUPE 1760 & 4816!

March 20, 2024

The Vancouver & District Labour Council is pleased to welcome Canadian Union of Public Employees…

Premier Kinew aims to strengthen Manitoba with card check law and anti-scab legislation – now blocked by opposition Tories

March 18, 2024

WINNIPEG – Political games aside, today is a landmark day for workers in Manitoba. Canada’s…

ABC Kills Motion to Reinstate Living Wage

February 28, 2024

In a callous, shameful decision, Mayor Sim and his fellow ABC council members voted against…

Tell Ken Sim: Bring Back the Living Wage!

February 8, 2024

Anyone who works for the City of Vancouver should be able to afford to live…

Why Vancouver Should Be a Living Wage Employer

February 7, 2024

We’ve done it before. But the ABC majority is undermining fair wages for workers. Read…

VDLC welcomes affiliation of CUPE Local 5536!

January 19, 2024

The VDLC is pleased to welcome yet another new affiliate this month! Canadian Union of…

#SaveOurParkBoard campaign

December 11, 2023

A group of 25 former Park Board Commissioners (and growing) who served on the Vancouver…

Statement of Vancouver & District Labour Council Executive Board re: Vancouver Park Board

December 10, 2023

We are alarmed by Mayor Sim’s December 6th announcement of ABC’s intention to abolish the…

Welcome HEU Lynn Valley Local!

October 18, 2023

We were very happy to welcome yet another new affiliate at our October regular meeting!…

VDLC Opposes Closure of Vancouver Economic Commission

October 18, 2023

On September 22 it was announced that the Vancouver Economic Commission (VEC) would be wound…

Statement from VDLC on Canada’s National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

September 25, 2023

September 30 is Canada’s National Day of Truth and Reconciliation. VDLC acknowledges the underlying title…

No Space for Hate: September 20th

September 17, 2023

On September 20th far-right extremist groups are organizing a so-called “1MillionMarch4Children”. Promoted cynically as having…

Labour Day 2023 – Lifting Everyone Up

September 7, 2023

Op-ed for Columbia Journal, by Stephen von Sychowski & Janet Andrews On September 4th we…

Metro Vancouver Labour Day Celebration

September 5, 2023

This Labour Day we were pleased to co-host a Metro Vancouver Labour Day Celebration with…

Labour Day Message from Premier Eby

September 3, 2023

Thank you to Premier Eby for this Labour Day message, and for joining us at…

Action for Migrant Workers Impacted by Forest Fires

August 28, 2023

The VDLC joins the Migrant Workers Centre in calling for swift action by the federal…

Parliamentary Petition e-4470 (Employment and labour)

June 21, 2023

The Vancouver & District Labour Council support parliamentary petition e-4470, regarding fair compensation for flight…

Transit for Teens

June 21, 2023

In 2021 the BCNDP provincial government implemented the Get on Board program, providing free public…

BC must ensure on-demand digital platforms stop denying protections to workers

June 21, 2023

The Vancouver & District Labour Council endorses the recent open letter by the Canadian Centre…

Welcome: West Vancouver Teachers’ Association!

May 17, 2023

The VDLC is excited to welcome the West Vancouver Teachers’ Association as our newest affiliate!…

Donate to Period Promise

May 15, 2023

The VDLC is once again participating in the United Way of British Columbia’s Period Promise…

Media Advisory: May Day Rally at Vancouver City Hall

April 24, 2023

Media Advisory April 24, 2023Vancouver, BC May 1st Rally at Vancouver City Hall On May…

VDLC condemns stifling of public and stakeholder consultation at VSB

April 19, 2023

At the VDLC’s April regular meeting, delegates discussed their concerns regarding the increasingly closed-door approach…

Statement regarding Vancouver budget task force

April 13, 2023

On April 12th, Vancouver Mayor Ken Sim, and the ABC-majority council, voted to establish an…

Transparency and Public Access at Vancouver School Board

April 12, 2023

Stakeholders, parents, and the general public have the right to know what is going on…

Letter to Vancouver Mayor & Council re: Living Wage

March 7, 2023

The following letter was sent to City of Vancouver Mayor & Council regarding the decision…

Media Advisory: City of Vancouver Abandons Living Wage Commitment

March 2, 2023

Media Advisory March 2, 2023Vancouver, BC City of Vancouver Abandons Living Wage Commitment VANCOUVER The…

March Education at the VDLC

February 17, 2023

WCB Level 1Facilitators: Sarah O’Leary, Harrison O’Leary | Niki Schnurr, HEUTuesday March 710:00am – 4:30pmvia…

Stakeholders Raise Alarm at Proposed Merger of VSB Committees

February 8, 2023

VANCOUVER Stakeholders representing parents, unions and other concerned citizens are alarmed that the new Vancouver…

Winter / Spring 2023 Labour Education Program

January 17, 2023

We’re pleased to announce that registration is now open for our 2023 Winter | Spring…

Fund It Fix It

December 9, 2022

At our December regular meeting, delegates voted to endorse the British Columbia Federation of Students…

On October 15th, vote labour endorsed for District of North Vancouver!

October 5, 2022

Attention delegates and members, municipal election day is fast approaching! We endorse the following candidates…

Every Vote Crucial in Close Vancouver Election

October 4, 2022

Media Advisory October 3, 2022Vancouver, BC Every Vote Crucial in Close Vancouver Election Recent polling…

On October 15th, vote labour endorsed for Richmond!

October 3, 2022

Attention delegates and members in Richmond, municipal election day is fast approaching! We endorse Mayor…

On October 15th, vote labour endorsed for West Vancouver!

October 1, 2022

Attention delegates and members, municipal election day is fast approaching! We endorse Mary Ann Booth…

On October 15th, vote labour endorsed for City of North Vancouver!

September 29, 2022

Attention delegates and members, municipal election day is fast approaching! We endorse Linda Buchanan for…

On October 15th, vote labour endorsed for Vancouver Park Board!

September 28, 2022

Attention delegates and members, municipal election day is fast approaching! We endorse the following excellent…

Statement from VDLC on Canada’s National Day of Truth and Reconciliation

September 28, 2022

September 30 is Canada’s National Day of Truth and Reconciliation. VDLC acknowledges the underlying title…

On October 15th, vote labour endorsed for Vancouver School Board!

September 27, 2022

Attention delegates and members, municipal election day is fast approaching! We endorse the following excellent…

On October 15th, vote labour endorsed for Vancouver City Council!

September 27, 2022

Attention delegates and members, municipal election day is fast approaching! We endorse Mayor Kennedy Stewart…

Welcome Professional Employees’ Association (PEA)!

September 21, 2022

The VDLC is excited to welcome the affiliation of 151 members of the Public Employees’…

2022 Fall Education – Spaces Available for September Classes!

September 15, 2022

We have 2 classes left for this month that still have a few seats available!…

Vote for Labour Endorsed Candidates

September 14, 2022

On October 15th voters will go to the polls to elect mayors, city councillors, school…

VDLC Endorses Municipal Candidates

July 20, 2022

UPDATED: August 29, 2022UPDATED: July 22, 2022 The Vancouver and District Labour Council (VDLC) has…

VDLC Endorses Candidates in October 15th Election!

July 13, 2022

We are incredibly excited about this amazing list of endorsed candidates for the City of…

Period Promise campaign

May 5, 2022

This year’s Period Promise campaign is now underway. Your donation will help fight period poverty…

New poll shows strong support for Mayor Stewart

May 5, 2022

A new Research Co. poll commissioned by the Vancouver & District Labour Council shows strong…

Day of Mourning Mayoral Proclamations

April 28, 2022

Thank you to Mayor Kennedy Stewart of the City of Vancouver, and Mayor Linda Buchanan…

VDLC Endorses More North Shore Candidates

April 21, 2022

At this month’s regular meeting, VDLC delegates voted to endorse additional candidates across the North…

Welcome SEIU Local 2!

April 20, 2022

We are proud to welcome Service Employees’ International Union, Local 2, as the most recent…

Vote Jeanette Ashe for Vancouver-Quilchena!

April 11, 2022

The Vancouver-Quilchena by-election has been called for April 30th. The election pits BC NDP candidate…

Inflation: Myths, Realities and Solutions

April 8, 2022

On April 7 we co-hosted a lunch & learn event titled Inflation: Myths, Realities and…

Municipal Candidate Endorsement Opportunity

April 6, 2022

This notice is intended for new candidates, and incumbents who have not yet been vetted…

Build the Skytrain to UBC!

March 16, 2022

This Spring Vancouver City Council will vote on a proposed route to extend the Broadway…

Convoy Counter-Protest this Saturday

March 2, 2022

Community members are coming together this Saturday to once again show the far-right convoy they…

Labour Education Program Filling Up Fast!

February 24, 2022

Seats in the Winter/Spring Session of our Labour Education Program are filling up fast, with…

Gratitude Gathering: Let’s thank frontline workers!

February 16, 2022

Shared on behalf of Lights of Hope Join us in a recognition of everyone who…

Joint Labour Council Statement on the Recent Far-Right Convoys

February 15, 2022

New Westminster & District Labour Council Vancouver & District Labour Council Late last month we…

Two Events to Honour Black History Month

February 7, 2022

Join the National Congress of Black Women Foundation, New Westminster and District Labour Council, and…

Making HOME: Housing for All of Us

January 19, 2022

On January 25 or 26, Vancouver City Council will vote on a motion introduced by…

VDLC Endorses City of North Vancouver Incumbents

January 19, 2022

The Vancouver and District Labour Council has endorsed City of North Vancouver Mayor Linda Buchanan,…

VDLC Endorses Vancouver Incumbents

January 19, 2022

The Vancouver and District Labour Council has endorsed a number of incumbent candidates in the…

Workers Deserve Better

January 19, 2022

The VDLC wholeheartedly supports the BC Federation of Labour’s Workers Deserve Better campaign. For two…

Welcome Canadian Animation Guild!

January 19, 2022

We are proud to welcome The Canadian Animation Guild, IATSE Local 938, as the newest…

Two New VDLC T-shirts Available for Pre-order

January 11, 2022

The VDLC has two new t-shirts available for pre-order! Place your order by January 15,…

VDLC Endorses Mayor Kennedy Stewart for Re-Election

December 15, 2021

Media Advisory December 15, 2021Vancouver, BC VDLC Endorses Mayor Kennedy Stewart for Re-Election The Vancouver…

Save the Date for International Women’s Day 2022!

December 14, 2021

Our virtual event will take place on Tuesday March 8, 2022 at 7:00pm. The topic…

Holiday Office Hours

December 14, 2021

Our office will be closed during the week of December 20th, as well as on…

City Council Approves Vacancy Control for SRO’s

November 18, 2021

On November 17, Vancouver City Council approved vacancy control for Single Room Occupancy (SRO) hotels.…

Oppose the Coup in Sudan

November 18, 2021

On October 25 the military under General Abdel Fattah Burhan dissolved the transitional government of…

Welcome CUPE Local 8911!

November 17, 2021

We are proud to welcome Canadian Union of Public Employees Local 8911 Emergency Communication Professionals…

Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action

November 16, 2021

Starting this month, we will highlight one of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada…

Urgent Call to Extend COVID Recovery Benefits

November 16, 2021

The VDLC has joined with more than fifty organizations across Canada in signing an open…

Implement Vacancy Control for SRO’s

November 2, 2021

Later this month City of Vancouver staff will report back to City Council on their…

Honouring the MacPaps

November 2, 2021

Honouring the MacPaps Video Over fifteen hundred Canadian volunteers fought against fascism in the Spanish…

Action Needed to End the Eviction Crisis

October 21, 2021

A recent study out of the University of British Columbia, indicated that 10.6% of renters…

Tell Minister Whiteside: School rankings are harmful and undermine public education

October 20, 2021

Every year, students in grades 4 and 7 lose nearly four hours of valuable learning…