Three unions are now challenging the federal government’s recent decisions to intervene in major labour disputes, saying it’s undermining workers’ rights. The …
Railways
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FeaturedLabour Relations
Unifor files for conciliation in contract talks with Canadian Pacific Kansas City
The union that represents mechanics and labourers at Canadian Pacific Kansas City Ltd. has filed for conciliation in its contract talks with …
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By Christopher Reynolds Canadian Pacific Kansas City Ltd. enjoyed a jump in profits last quarter despite a costly derailment and a labour disruption …
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By Christopher Reynolds Canadian National Railway Co. felt the heat of wildfires and labour disputes last quarter, as the company looks to rebound …
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By Christopher Reynolds The federal government’s directive to end the countrywide rail shutdown in August marked an “unprecedented” move, says Canada’s labour …
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Workplace Safety & OHS
TSB report reveals human error, inadequate safeguards led to 2022 train collision near Campbell Creek
The Transportation Safety Board of Canada (TSB) released a report today detailing how human error and insufficient verification processes contributed to a …
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Unifor Local 101R has begun bargaining negotiations with Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) this week, aiming to address longstanding issues related to …
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Unifor has filed for conciliation with CN Rail following stalled negotiations and the employer’s notice to lay off at least 65 workers. …
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OpinionWorkplace Safety & OHS
Safety concerns are at the heart of the railway dispute as arbitration decision draws near
By Bruce Campbell, York University, Canada On Aug. 24, Canada’s federal labour board ordered the Canadian National (CN) and Canadian Pacific Kansas …
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FeaturedLabour Relations
Teamsters launch court appeal of labour minister’s move to end rail shutdown
The union representing thousands of railroaders has appealed the federal government’s move that ended last week’s rail shutdown — a work stoppage …