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 […]
In a recent article, Radio-Canada paints a troubling picture of the situation at the cnesst. Several workers’ rights organizations, including SEU800, are observing a clear deterioration in access to services, only a few months after the quebec government announced the cuts. Delays are skyrocketing According to the information reported, mediation delays for certain labour standard complaints are now two to three […]
Held from November 24 to 27, 2025, the 34th convention of the Quebec Federation of Labour marked a pivotal moment as the federation’s 33 affiliated unions came together to debate and vote on more than 150 resolutions. Over four days, hundreds of delegates exercised their democratic rights, united by discussion, debate, and a shared determination to defend […]
Being premier of Quebec is an immense responsibility. Few people are prepared to expose themselves, for so long, to crises, criticism, and constant public scrutiny. One can question the Legault government’s record without disparaging the office itself. And without claiming that everything has been negative, it must be acknowledged that, over the past year, the […]
Good news for all public sector workers. The most recent actuarial valuation of the Government and Public Employees Retirement Plan (RREGOP), released in 2025, confirms that the plan is in excellent financial health. As a concrete result, the employee contribution rate to the RREGOP will gradually decrease starting in 2026. Nouveaux taux de cotisation salariale […]
