A history about the fight for a separate SC collective agreement
In 1992 the Public Services Reform Act ordered the reorganization [...]
October 2020: Women’s History Month
In 1992, the Government of Canada designated October as Women’s [...]
When did the first general strike take place?
WHO: Albert “Ginger” Goodwin WHEN: July 27, 1918 WHERE: British [...]
Be safe – It’s your right
People have not always had the right to be safe. [...]
200 years ago, Scottish workers went on strike for Democracy
In 1820 the workers of Scotland held a general strike. [...]
The origins of Labour Day
For Labour Day 2020, we’re taking a trip into the [...]
How long has the term “unemployment insurance” been used?
It all started in the 1930s. In those days, if [...]
Construction of the Peterborough Lift Lock – History and quick facts
Parks Canada have a unique site located in Peterborough, Ontario. [...]
In honour of Pride Month, UCTE exposes the “Fruit Machine” – The homosexual purge
Many of us do not understand systemic discrimination. We have [...]
The shelling of Estevan Point Lighthouse: A 78-year-old mystery
Canada has not often come under attack. The Americans attacked [...]