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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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Labour movement to Parliament: it’s time to put workers at the centre of Canada’s trade strategy

February 3, 2026

OTTAWA — As global trade tensions rise and economic uncertainty deepens, Canada’s labour movement is…

Black History Month: Unions demand action on environmental racism

February 1, 2026

Canada’s unions are marking Black History Month by calling for an end to environmental racism.…

CLC’s response for the Canada Groceries and Essentials Benefit

January 27, 2026

OTTAWA –– Today’s announcement from Prime Minister Carney recognizes what workers across this country already know:…

Laugh Your Lips Off 2026

January 23, 2026

The Hamilton & District Labour Council Women & Gender Equity Workgroup presents the 4th Annual…

Statement – On the Canada–China Strategic Partnership

January 16, 2026

Today’s announcement of a new strategic partnership between the Government of Canada and the People’s…

Workers Must Come First in CUSMA — No Trade Deal at the Expense of Jobs, Industry, or Public Services

January 15, 2026

OTTAWA – Today, Canada’s unions met Minister Dominic LeBlanc, Minister responsible for Canada-U.S. Trade, Intergovernmental…

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