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The Hamilton and District Labour Council is the voice of working people in Hamilton. By pursuing jobs, peace and security, we seek to build a community that values human dignity and basic fairness.

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Brother Malcolm Buchanan Recognized by OFL

November 7, 2025

The HDLC is pleased to learn one of our long-time delegates and Political Action Workgroup…

Canada’s unions call for stronger action on jobs and public services

November 4, 2025

OTTAWA—Today’s federal budget lands at a moment of deep uncertainty. Workers are facing rising prices,…

Canadian Labour Congress available for comment on Budget 2025

November 3, 2025

OTTAWA — Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) President Bea Bruske will take part in the federal…

Budget 2025 must create jobs by investing in people and infrastructure—not cuts and corporate giveaways

October 31, 2025

OTTAWA—As workers and communities face growing uncertainty from Trump’s trade war, inflation, and a rising…

Bruske on pre-budget measures: When government listens to workers, we see progress

October 27, 2025

OTTAWA—Canada’s unions welcome today’s pre-budget measures that recognize the essential role of workers in building…

Statement by Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress

October 23, 2025

In response to the Prime Minister’s pre-budget address OTTAWA – Prime Minister Carney is right…

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