Bargaining
Local opens talks for a new three-year agreement
A sample entry showing how a bargaining update would read: who is at the table, what the key issues are, and when members meet next.
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Bargaining
Members vote to accept a tentative deal
Demo copy for a ratification note, including the vote result, the length of the agreement, and the main gains reported by the local.
Strikes and lockouts
Picket line enters a second week at a regional employer
Demo copy for strike coverage: what triggered the dispute, how many workers are out, and where support is being collected.
Strikes and lockouts
Lockout ends after mediated return-to-work agreement
Sample summary of a lockout resolution, with the terms of the return to work and what remains unresolved.
Legislation
Committee hears submissions on labour standards changes
Demo copy for legislation coverage: the bill number, who spoke, and what workers asked the committee to change.
Legislation
New regulations take effect for scheduling notice
Sample explainer on a regulation change, written in plain language, with a note on who it covers and who it leaves out.
Workplace health and safety
Serious injury prompts workplace inspection order
Demo copy for a health and safety report, including the order issued, the follow-up required, and how to report a hazard.
Workplace health and safety
Locals mark Day of Mourning with community ceremonies
Sample listing of April 28 ceremonies, showing how community events tie into safety coverage.
Public services
Long-term care staffing shortfall raised at council
Demo copy for a public services item: the numbers presented, the workers affected, and the decision that follows.
Public services
Water utility crew wins back contracted-out work
Sample story about work returning in-house, with the cost comparison a council used to justify the change.
Community solidarity
Food bank drive organized by three locals
Demo copy for a solidarity item: who organized it, what is needed, and where to drop off donations.
Community solidarity
Retirees chapter starts a monthly coffee meeting
Sample notice for a retirees gathering, showing how community items can be short and practical.
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The six categories
- BargainingTalks opening, tentative deals, ratification votes and member meetings.
- Strikes and lockoutsDisputes under way, picket support, and return-to-work news.
- LegislationBills, regulations and committee hearings that change workers’ rights.
- Workplace health and safetyInjuries, orders, committee work and Day of Mourning events.
- Public servicesHealth care, long-term care, schools, water and town services.
- Community solidarityFood drives, retiree chapters, coalitions and local support.