François Legault’s government insists it will not back down on hard-won gains and that CNESST services will be preserved. Yet the organization, which must eliminate 250 jobs (equivalent to 5% of its workforce), anticipates service delays and disruptions. We will take the government at its word, but we will still document the concrete impacts experienced […]
François Legault tries to revamp his image by attacking workers The Quebec Federation of Labour (QFL) strongly condemns François Legault’s frontal attack on Quebec workers by tearing apart what remains of the Quebec model. “It’s clear that François Legault, the most unpopular politician Quebec has ever known, wants to cover up all his government’s failures […]
Prime Minister Carney’s announcement last Friday confirmed that two temporary measures, originally set to end in October, will now be extended until April 11, 2026: These measures provide concrete support to hundreds of thousands of workers. But let’s keep in mind: they are still temporary. The labour movement continues to push for a comprehensive reform […]
The next few days will mark the start of a new school year. This is a pivotal moment in the lives of our young people, hundreds of thousands of families, and the staff working in the system. Everyone is working hard to make sure the start of the year goes smoothly. But at what cost? […]
The Quebec Federation of Labour (QFL) strongly condemns the decision by the federal government and the Minister of Employment to order Air Canada flight attendants back to work just hours after their strike began. The imposition of binding arbitration is a direct attack on the fundamental right to bargain and to strike, rights that are […]
Through your photos, you gave us a window into your reality, your pride in your work and your daily impact.Your faces shine a light on our organization and reflect the strength of the 800 in the industrial sector. Thank you to everyone who participated. You are at the heart of what drives the 800 forward, […]
On June 25, 2025, the presidents of Quebec’s major labour federations met with Labour Minister Jean Boulet, at his request, in an effort to rebuild bridges following the adoption of Bill 89, a piece of legislation designed to weaken unions’ bargaining power and undermine workers’ rights. While Minister Boulet expressed a willingness to meet again […]
Education cuts: yet another CAQ failure The Quebec Federation of Labour (QFL) strongly denounces the Legault government’s announcement of more than half a billion dollars in cuts to education. These cuts, brought forward by Education Minister Bernard Drainville, further weaken a public education system already stretched to the breaking point. Today, as workers and dozens […]
Your photos have highlighted the importance of your work and the quiet strength of your presence in our communities. Thank you again for your participation, your commitment… and your smile in front of the camera!
With a strike set to begin on June 22, union members at the PH Tech plant in Lévis officially ratified an agreement in principle during a last-chance mediation meeting held on June 19. After months of negotiations and a 95% strike mandate, the members of SEU 800 have once again shown that solidarity gets results. […]
