Labour Matters is a product of the Trade Union Research Collective. The Collective's goal is to promote greater understanding of the positive role unions play in the workplace, in the labour market, in the community, and in wider society. This page is intended as a resource for those interested in fair labour practices and progressive public services, the rights of unionized and non-unionized workers, the role of unions, and more.
Labour Matters
- What does an average two-parent/two children family in Manitoba actually need to make in order to have a basic but decent life? Read 2016/17 Living Wage ReportJune 29, 2017 | Manitoba OfficeWhat's happening in Manitoba's northern economy? The recent changes in Churchill and The Pas raise questions about how to proceed into the future with jobs in the North.October 11, 2016 | Manitoba OfficePipeline issues continue to bubble up. What's at stake for Manitoba?October 11, 2016 | Manitoba Office
- February 6, 2018 | Manitoba Office
How Outsourcing Municipal Solid Waste Collection Kicks Workers to the Curb
October 25, 2017 | Manitoba OfficeWhat’s Working, What’s Not, What's a Solution, What's Not
Featured Commentary
Our ongoing series dedicated to Canada’s changing labour market, brings Canadian workers into mainstream discourse and reminds everyone of the crucial role they play in national and regional economies. Read past issues of Work Life and our other labour-related commentary here.
Featured Series
Unions have played a critical role in reducing inequality and enhancing democracy in Canada—but there are forces working to undermine union strength. Read more in our series on the Rand Formula.