The Quebec Federation of Labour (QFL) expresses a predictable disappointment with the budget tabled today by the minister of finance. the labour federation deplores the lack of a structural vision to support workers in a context of economic turbulence.. “There is little in this budget that meets the expectations of workers. We anticipated this, considering […]
Good news for workers responsible for the maintenance of public buildings in the Montreal region: the new collective agreement decree was published this morning in The Gazette officielle du Québec. In practical terms, the wage increases and other monetary provisions set out in the decree take effect today, march 4, 2026. Under the new decree, the […]
A message of solidarity to our members impacted by the fire that occurred last Friday night at Saint-Paul Church. Images of the historic church engulfed in flames deeply shook the neighbourhood. Beyond the heritage building itself, it is a place of memory, services, and community life that has been profoundly affected. The Ancien Pensionnat Côte-Saint-Paul, […]
The government is preparing to adopt one of the worst laws in the history of the labour code The QFL, CSN and CSQ deplore the imminent adoption of Bill 3 by the CAQ government, as the clause-by-clause study concluded yesterday. Just months before the election, the government has chosen to further tilt the balance of […]
Union organizations representing workers in the health, social services and education sectors are filing constitutional challenges before the Superior Court today, seeking to have the discriminatory provisions of Bill 28, An Act to amend certain labour laws, arising from Bill 101, declared invalid. This legislation excludes workers in these sectors from Quebec’s general occupational health and […]
As part of the 2026–2027 pre-budget consultations, The Quebec Federation of Labour (QFL) is meeting this Monday with Quebec’s Minister of Finance, Eric Girard. The QFL believes the next provincial budget must include concrete measures to reduce growing social inequalities; adequately fund public services; implement an ambitious industrial policy while supporting workers facing economic uncertainty; […]
After months of discussions, concessions, calculations and careful consideration, the new collective agreement at Joseph Ribkoff creations was signed this morning. Joseph Ribkoff Creations is not just any company. Founded in Montreal in 1957, the company built its reputation in the fashion industry by focusing on quality, elegance and craftsmanship. Behind every garment that crosses borders, […]
A new collective agreement was officially signed on monday, february 9, for members of the jeanne-mance housing corporation bargaining unit, marking the successful conclusion of a thorough and sustained negotiation process led by the union committee and the unit representative, josé bazin. The Jeanne-Mance Housing Corporation manages one of the largest social housing portfolios in Québec. […]
Several organizations call on the government to abandon its authoritarian bills As parliamentary proceedings resume, following François Legault’s resignation and the CAQ leadership race, several organizations are calling on the CAQ government to set aside its bills that undermine the rule of law. Despite the current political instability, the government remains responsible for taking concrete […]
For years, the Quebec Experience Program (PEQ) has been one of the main pathways to permanent residence for immigrant workers already established in Quebec. It was built on a simple, consistent idea: work here, in French, contribute to Quebec society, and be able to build a lasting life here. For thousands of people working in […]
