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#holiday-season

B.C. ports are frozen amid a labour dispute. What does this mean for Canadians? | CBC News

The lockout of 700 foremen in British Columbia ports threatens Canada's supply chain, especially during the crucial holiday shipping season.

Canada Post workers go on strike, disrupting deliveries | CBC News

Canada Post workers are on strike due to failed negotiations with the employer, impacting service during the holiday season.

B.C. ports are frozen amid a labour dispute. What does this mean for Canadians? | CBC News

The lockout of 700 foremen in British Columbia ports threatens Canada's supply chain, especially during the crucial holiday shipping season.

Canada Post workers go on strike, disrupting deliveries | CBC News

Canada Post workers are on strike due to failed negotiations with the employer, impacting service during the holiday season.
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#collective-bargaining

Stellantis says UAW strike would be illegal; union wants CEO to resign

UAW threatens strike against Stellantis, citing unfulfilled commitments to re-open an Illinois factory.

Port of Montreal threatens lockout Sunday unless union agrees to 'final' offer | CBC News

Successful negotiations at the Port of Montreal are critical to avoid a lockout that could further disrupt operations and impact the economy.

Stellantis says UAW strike would be illegal; union wants CEO to resign

UAW threatens strike against Stellantis, citing unfulfilled commitments to re-open an Illinois factory.

Port of Montreal threatens lockout Sunday unless union agrees to 'final' offer | CBC News

Successful negotiations at the Port of Montreal are critical to avoid a lockout that could further disrupt operations and impact the economy.
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#new-york-times

Needle at risk: In bitter, election-day labor dispute, union accuses Times of trying to 'burn the house down,' while paper accuses tech workers of trying to 'block this public service' | Semafor

The New York Times' tech employees' strike stems from unresolved labor disputes, impacting coverage during a crucial election period.

New York Times tech staffers could walk off the job on Election Day in ongoing contract spat

Tech workers at the New York Times threaten to strike on Election Day over stalled labor negotiations and unmet demands.

Needle at risk: In bitter, election-day labor dispute, union accuses Times of trying to 'burn the house down,' while paper accuses tech workers of trying to 'block this public service' | Semafor

The New York Times' tech employees' strike stems from unresolved labor disputes, impacting coverage during a crucial election period.

New York Times tech staffers could walk off the job on Election Day in ongoing contract spat

Tech workers at the New York Times threaten to strike on Election Day over stalled labor negotiations and unmet demands.
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#strike-action

More than 600 Border Force officers at Heathrow Airport to strike over four days

Border Force officers at Heathrow are striking over enforced work changes, risking travel disruptions during peak times.

'Appalling treatment' results in Stratford and Dagenham Ford workers' strike

Ford workers have gone on strike due to inadequate pay offers and changes in sick pay policy, following disputes with management.

More than 600 Border Force officers at Heathrow Airport to strike over four days

Border Force officers at Heathrow are striking over enforced work changes, risking travel disruptions during peak times.

'Appalling treatment' results in Stratford and Dagenham Ford workers' strike

Ford workers have gone on strike due to inadequate pay offers and changes in sick pay policy, following disputes with management.
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#automation

Where the Dockworkers' Union and Port Operators Stand on Key Issues

The dockworkers' strike highlights significant tensions over wages and automation in port operations, driven by the expired union contract and stalled negotiations.

Canada's largest port could see lockout of more than 700 workers

The lockout of port foremen in Vancouver could disrupt important international shipments.

University Leadership Suggest Using AI to Replace Striking Grad Students

Generative AI suggested to replace striking graduate students.
Use of AI tools in academia causing controversy.

Where the Dockworkers' Union and Port Operators Stand on Key Issues

The dockworkers' strike highlights significant tensions over wages and automation in port operations, driven by the expired union contract and stalled negotiations.

Canada's largest port could see lockout of more than 700 workers

The lockout of port foremen in Vancouver could disrupt important international shipments.

University Leadership Suggest Using AI to Replace Striking Grad Students

Generative AI suggested to replace striking graduate students.
Use of AI tools in academia causing controversy.
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#boeing

Boeing workers start vote on latest offer to end strike

Boeing workers face a crucial decision to accept a contract offer or prolong their strike, crucial for the company's stability.

Boeing suspends negotiations with striking machinists because it says union demands would make it uncompetitive

Boeing suspended negotiations with striking workers, citing unreasonable union demands and withdrew their offer, amid ongoing labor disputes for better wages.

Boeing Says It Has Made Its Best and Final' Offer to Striking Workers

Boeing's final offer includes significant raises and bonuses to striking workers, aiming to resolve the ongoing labor dispute.

Boeing workers start vote on latest offer to end strike

Boeing workers face a crucial decision to accept a contract offer or prolong their strike, crucial for the company's stability.

Boeing suspends negotiations with striking machinists because it says union demands would make it uncompetitive

Boeing suspended negotiations with striking workers, citing unreasonable union demands and withdrew their offer, amid ongoing labor disputes for better wages.

Boeing Says It Has Made Its Best and Final' Offer to Striking Workers

Boeing's final offer includes significant raises and bonuses to striking workers, aiming to resolve the ongoing labor dispute.
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U.S. shippers are avoiding East Coast ports. Here's why

U.S. shippers are avoiding East and Gulf Coast ports due to a potential dockworker strike if contract negotiations are not concluded by January 15.

Teachers union rejects 5.5% raise, strike looms

The Las Lomitas School District faces a potential strike due to unresolved salary negotiations between the school board and teachers' union.

Tesla Loses Court Battle in Swedish Labor Dispute

The Swedish court ruling emphasizes the independence of labor disputes and that state intervention is not allowed.

Unpaid Bronx security workers, duped investors: Westech's sudden closure sparks outrage and legal battles - Bronx Times

Bronx Westech Security employees remain unpaid weeks after the company closed suddenly, prompting outrage and complaints from workers and investors.
#supply-chain

Labor Dispute Halts Rail Freight in Canada, Raising Supply Chain Concerns

The lockout of 10,000 rail employees in Canada threatens significant supply chain disruptions and economic repercussions in Canada and the U.S.

Here's what's impacted as the dockworker strike halts US ports

The dockworkers' strike has disrupted U.S. ports, threatening the economy and goods supply significantly.

U.S. supply chains at risk as Canada's top railroads begin shutting down networks amid labor dispute

Canada's major railroads are halting shipments due to labor disputes, risking economic impact and cross-border trade disruptions with the U.S.

'Near certain lockout' at Canadian rail networks could soon impact U.S. supply chain

The potential labor dispute involving major railroads in Canada could significantly disrupt cross-border trade with the U.S. and impact various goods and industries.

Possible work stoppage at Canada's two largest railroads could disrupt US supply chain next week

The labor dispute between Canadian railroads and the Teamsters union could disrupt major freight operations and cross-border trade with the U.S.

Labor Dispute Halts Rail Freight in Canada, Raising Supply Chain Concerns

The lockout of 10,000 rail employees in Canada threatens significant supply chain disruptions and economic repercussions in Canada and the U.S.

Here's what's impacted as the dockworker strike halts US ports

The dockworkers' strike has disrupted U.S. ports, threatening the economy and goods supply significantly.

U.S. supply chains at risk as Canada's top railroads begin shutting down networks amid labor dispute

Canada's major railroads are halting shipments due to labor disputes, risking economic impact and cross-border trade disruptions with the U.S.

'Near certain lockout' at Canadian rail networks could soon impact U.S. supply chain

The potential labor dispute involving major railroads in Canada could significantly disrupt cross-border trade with the U.S. and impact various goods and industries.

Possible work stoppage at Canada's two largest railroads could disrupt US supply chain next week

The labor dispute between Canadian railroads and the Teamsters union could disrupt major freight operations and cross-border trade with the U.S.
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#union-negotiations

Canada's 2 biggest freight railroads have been shut down, and it could impact everything from autos to energy in the US

Canada's rail freight has stopped due to a lockout of 10,000 union workers following failed contract negotiations over wages and working conditions.

Canada braces for $730 million-a-day freight freeze as union talks stall

The looming contract dispute may disrupt freight train operations in Canada, affecting numerous industries and commuters on major railroads.

Workers at top Canadian railroad company threaten to go on strike

Workers union threatens strike at Canadian National after unresolved arbitration hearing.
Union and company negotiations continue amid possible further disruptions to freight rail service.

Antioch: Georgia-Pacific claims inaccurate information being put out about labor strike

Union leaders dispute Georgia-Pacific's wage claims, asserting the company offers lower wages than reported, prolonging the strike that began on Sept. 16.

Ports seek order to force dockworkers to bargaining table as strike looms at East and Gulf ports

The U.S. Maritime Alliance is pushing for the Longshoremen's union to return to contract negotiations amid a looming strike deadline.

Province calls striking airline catering workers back to bargaining table | CBC News

The union representing striking airline catering workers in Toronto's Pearson airport is in talks with employer Gate Gourmet for a resolution.

Canada's 2 biggest freight railroads have been shut down, and it could impact everything from autos to energy in the US

Canada's rail freight has stopped due to a lockout of 10,000 union workers following failed contract negotiations over wages and working conditions.

Canada braces for $730 million-a-day freight freeze as union talks stall

The looming contract dispute may disrupt freight train operations in Canada, affecting numerous industries and commuters on major railroads.

Workers at top Canadian railroad company threaten to go on strike

Workers union threatens strike at Canadian National after unresolved arbitration hearing.
Union and company negotiations continue amid possible further disruptions to freight rail service.

Antioch: Georgia-Pacific claims inaccurate information being put out about labor strike

Union leaders dispute Georgia-Pacific's wage claims, asserting the company offers lower wages than reported, prolonging the strike that began on Sept. 16.

Ports seek order to force dockworkers to bargaining table as strike looms at East and Gulf ports

The U.S. Maritime Alliance is pushing for the Longshoremen's union to return to contract negotiations amid a looming strike deadline.

Province calls striking airline catering workers back to bargaining table | CBC News

The union representing striking airline catering workers in Toronto's Pearson airport is in talks with employer Gate Gourmet for a resolution.
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Construction firms warn jobs will be lost over pickets in dispute over travel payments after action at National Children's Hospital

MEBSCA urges an end to picketing by Unite members over travel allowances, claiming existing wages are sufficient and actions could harm the sector.

SF Symphony Season Opener Canceled Due to Chorus Strike | KQED

San Francisco Symphony's opening performances of Verdi's Requiem were canceled due to a strike by the Symphony Chorus, highlighting labor disputes over budget cuts.
#strike

Disneyland Park employees vote to authorize potential strike

Disneyland workers in Southern California vote to authorize strike amid labor disputes.

Samsung Faces First Strike in Its History

Samsung workers strike for the first time, signaling dissatisfaction over wage increases and bonuses.

Fears of a tea shortage as strike dates set - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Workers at Tetley's are striking over 'poverty pay', risking a potential tea shortage.

WestJet cancels some 40 flights in anticipation of strike by mechanics | CBC News

WestJet Group cancels flights due to possible strike by maintenance workers.

Second City teachers reach tentative contract, suspend planned strike

Unionized teachers at the Second City Training Center have reached a tentative deal, ending a two-year labor dispute.
The strike planned for next week has been officially suspended.

Disneyland Park employees vote to authorize potential strike

Disneyland workers in Southern California vote to authorize strike amid labor disputes.

Samsung Faces First Strike in Its History

Samsung workers strike for the first time, signaling dissatisfaction over wage increases and bonuses.

Fears of a tea shortage as strike dates set - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Workers at Tetley's are striking over 'poverty pay', risking a potential tea shortage.

WestJet cancels some 40 flights in anticipation of strike by mechanics | CBC News

WestJet Group cancels flights due to possible strike by maintenance workers.

Second City teachers reach tentative contract, suspend planned strike

Unionized teachers at the Second City Training Center have reached a tentative deal, ending a two-year labor dispute.
The strike planned for next week has been officially suspended.
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Ontario Lifelabs couriers, clerks could strike this weekend | CBC News

Lifelabs couriers and mail clerks may strike over unfair wages and working conditions, urging better treatment amidst rising living costs.
#air-canada

Leading business groups ask Liberals to send Air Canada pilot dispute to binding arbitration | CBC News

Canadian business associations call for binding arbitration to prevent Air Canada pilots' strike over economic concerns.
A potential strike could devastate the economy and affect international trade relationships.

Air Canada says some operations will be affected today as pilot talks near deadline | CBC News

Air Canada warns of potential disruptions due to labor dispute with pilots, urging government intervention to prevent shutdown.

Air Canada could begin suspending flights next weekend as strike deadline nears | CBC News

Air Canada may suspend operations due to stalled negotiations with pilots union over wage disputes.
Union members demand higher pay to match U.S. airline pilots amid contract negotiations.

Leading business groups ask Liberals to send Air Canada pilot dispute to binding arbitration | CBC News

Canadian business associations call for binding arbitration to prevent Air Canada pilots' strike over economic concerns.
A potential strike could devastate the economy and affect international trade relationships.

Air Canada says some operations will be affected today as pilot talks near deadline | CBC News

Air Canada warns of potential disruptions due to labor dispute with pilots, urging government intervention to prevent shutdown.

Air Canada could begin suspending flights next weekend as strike deadline nears | CBC News

Air Canada may suspend operations due to stalled negotiations with pilots union over wage disputes.
Union members demand higher pay to match U.S. airline pilots amid contract negotiations.
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#union-action

Border Force staff at Heathrow Airport launch four-day strike in rosters dispute

Inflexible work rosters at Heathrow Border Force are causing significant stress and impacting staff well-being, prompting union action for better work-life balance.

Security at Science and Natural History museums to ballot for strike action

Security guards at UK museums are striking over low wages and poor sick pay conditions.

Museums' security guards threaten strike action

London museum security guards are threatening to strike over inadequate pay offers from their employer.

Border Force staff at Heathrow Airport launch four-day strike in rosters dispute

Inflexible work rosters at Heathrow Border Force are causing significant stress and impacting staff well-being, prompting union action for better work-life balance.

Security at Science and Natural History museums to ballot for strike action

Security guards at UK museums are striking over low wages and poor sick pay conditions.

Museums' security guards threaten strike action

London museum security guards are threatening to strike over inadequate pay offers from their employer.
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Why have Audi workers stolen 200 keys from a Brussels plant?

Audi employees at Volkswagen's Brussels plant are demanding clarity on job security by seizing keys to completed cars amid potential plant closure discussions.

SamTrans bus drivers stage sick-out amid union contract woes

The sick-out by SamTrans bus drivers highlights ongoing contract disputes affecting public transportation in San Mateo County.
#union-strike

Union Pulls Out of Mediation in AT&T Strike

CWA ends negotiations with AT&T amidst ongoing strike involving 17,000 workers across multiple states.

Arbitration hearing between Canadian railroads and union ends with no decision

The Teamsters Canada Rail Conference threatens a strike at CN following a failed arbitration hearing amid ongoing contract disputes.

Hundreds strike at Nestle chocolate plant in Toronto, Unifor says | CBC News

Unionized Nestle workers in Toronto went on strike after rejecting a tentative agreement, impacting product availability.

Samsung Union Workers Launch Indefinite Strike

Unionized workers at Samsung Electronics are escalating a rare labor dispute, impacting the technology giant's chip business.

Union Pulls Out of Mediation in AT&T Strike

CWA ends negotiations with AT&T amidst ongoing strike involving 17,000 workers across multiple states.

Arbitration hearing between Canadian railroads and union ends with no decision

The Teamsters Canada Rail Conference threatens a strike at CN following a failed arbitration hearing amid ongoing contract disputes.

Hundreds strike at Nestle chocolate plant in Toronto, Unifor says | CBC News

Unionized Nestle workers in Toronto went on strike after rejecting a tentative agreement, impacting product availability.

Samsung Union Workers Launch Indefinite Strike

Unionized workers at Samsung Electronics are escalating a rare labor dispute, impacting the technology giant's chip business.
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#teamsters-union

Canada orders a third party to mediate a labor dispute between railways and employees

Binding arbitration has been ordered to resolve the labor dispute affecting Canadian freight railways and their union.

Canadian railway stoppages begin as companies lock out workers

Canada has entered an unprecedented rail lockout affecting nearly 9,000 workers, potentially disrupting significant economic sectors.

Teamsters union serves CN Rail with 72-hour strike notice as CPKC stoppage ongoing | CBC News

The Teamsters union issued a strike notice after workers returned, highlighting ongoing labor disputes with Canadian National Railway and Canadian Pacific Kansas City.

Back-to-work order issued for 2 major Canada railroads; union will comply, but lawsuit planned

The Canadian government intervened in a railway labor dispute to minimize economic disruption, ordering workers back to their jobs.

Canada's rail networks hit with a back-to-work order, union plans to strike back

The Canadian arbitrator's order aims to resume major railroad operations, critical for the economy, following a lockout that disrupted services.

Canada orders a third party to mediate a labor dispute between railways and employees

Binding arbitration has been ordered to resolve the labor dispute affecting Canadian freight railways and their union.

Canadian railway stoppages begin as companies lock out workers

Canada has entered an unprecedented rail lockout affecting nearly 9,000 workers, potentially disrupting significant economic sectors.

Teamsters union serves CN Rail with 72-hour strike notice as CPKC stoppage ongoing | CBC News

The Teamsters union issued a strike notice after workers returned, highlighting ongoing labor disputes with Canadian National Railway and Canadian Pacific Kansas City.

Back-to-work order issued for 2 major Canada railroads; union will comply, but lawsuit planned

The Canadian government intervened in a railway labor dispute to minimize economic disruption, ordering workers back to their jobs.

Canada's rail networks hit with a back-to-work order, union plans to strike back

The Canadian arbitrator's order aims to resume major railroad operations, critical for the economy, following a lockout that disrupted services.
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Strikes start at top hotel chains in San Francisco, San Jose and other U.S. cities

The ongoing labor dispute highlights the challenges hotel workers face in regaining lost working conditions and fighting for fair wages post-pandemic.

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Government officials and businesses are scrambling after Canada's rail lockout halts all shipments crossing the U.S. border

Canada's rail shutdown threatens significant economic harm to businesses and consumers.

Canadian rail networks have shut down after union talks reach a deadlock

The Canadian National Railway and Canadian Pacific Kansas City have locked out workers after failed negotiations with Teamsters Canada, impacting freight movement across Canada.
#union-actors

Why was there a call out for non-union workers for an Ontario government ad? ACTRA actors want to know | CBC News

Voice actor Kate Ziegler expressed disappointment over government's lack of action in labor dispute, impacting union actors financially.

Some Canadian commercial actors are annoyed by John Krasinski's Rogers ad. Here's why | CBC News

The labor dispute between Canadian actors' union and Canadian ad agencies is adversely affecting union actors' work opportunities and leading to financial hardships.

Why was there a call out for non-union workers for an Ontario government ad? ACTRA actors want to know | CBC News

Voice actor Kate Ziegler expressed disappointment over government's lack of action in labor dispute, impacting union actors financially.

Some Canadian commercial actors are annoyed by John Krasinski's Rogers ad. Here's why | CBC News

The labor dispute between Canadian actors' union and Canadian ad agencies is adversely affecting union actors' work opportunities and leading to financial hardships.
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#sag-aftra

AI is responsible for another SAG-AFTRA strike

Video game performers go on strike due to halted negotiations over AI protections.

Video Game Actors Are Going on Strike. Here's Why

Video game performers strike over AI protections.

Online games likely to be hit if strikes continue - union

Online games could be the first to be impacted by the video game actors strike if the Gen AI dispute persists.

AI is responsible for another SAG-AFTRA strike

Video game performers go on strike due to halted negotiations over AI protections.

Video Game Actors Are Going on Strike. Here's Why

Video game performers strike over AI protections.

Online games likely to be hit if strikes continue - union

Online games could be the first to be impacted by the video game actors strike if the Gen AI dispute persists.
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#free-speech

Strike Over Campus Protests Expands to U.C. Davis and U.C.L.A.

An ongoing strike by academic workers in the University of California system is expanding to more campuses due to grievances over the handling of pro-Palestinian protests.

University of California Workers May Strike After UCLA Raid

The largest employee union in the University of California system may authorize a strike due to the treatment of pro-Palestinian protesters at UCLA.

Strike Over Campus Protests Expands to U.C. Davis and U.C.L.A.

An ongoing strike by academic workers in the University of California system is expanding to more campuses due to grievances over the handling of pro-Palestinian protests.

University of California Workers May Strike After UCLA Raid

The largest employee union in the University of California system may authorize a strike due to the treatment of pro-Palestinian protesters at UCLA.
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JFK Airport strike by airplane fuel workers during Memorial Day weekend averted after Gov. Hochul's intervention

Gov. Kathy Hochul intervened to avert fuel workers' strike at JFK Airport during Memorial Day weekend.

Newsom wants California state employees back in the office. New ruling makes it harder to object

The Newsom administration in California is pushing for state employees to work in the office at least twice a week, against the preferences of many civil servants and their unions.

What Happened When the Skating Coaches Wanted a Union

A labor dispute involving figure skating coaches at Sky Rink escalated after two union leaders were fired, sparking accusations of union busting.

Gannett journalists in the solar eclipse's path go on strike - Poynter

Journalists at Gannett newsrooms in Austin and Rochester go on strike during the total solar eclipse.
Austin and Rochester reporters continue strike over stalled contract negotiations despite eclipse coverage plans.

Headteacher slams her own staff as eight-day strike announced

The headteacher of King Solomon High School criticized staff for choosing to strike, emphasizing the need for improvement in teaching to preserve the school's future.
The National Education Union (NEU) announced strikes due to concerns about the headteacher's management style, excessive workloads, and lack of consultation.

Striking hotel workers struck by ball bearings while picketing, California police say

Striking workers outside a Los Angeles hotel were hit by steel ball bearings on multiple occasions.
The hotel workers have been on strike since July, demanding higher pay and better working conditions.

Trade union workers no longer expected to strike against SF Unified School District on Monday

San Francisco Unified School District employees have reached a "memorandum of understanding" and will not be going on strike on Monday to protest unfair labor practices.
Common Crafts, a group of tradespersons including plumbers, carpenters, and roofers, reached an agreement with the school district to negotiate and address outstanding grievances.

Op-ed: All faculty voices at Columbia College must be heard

Full-time faculty at Columbia College Chicago are not represented by a union and have been left out of negotiations in the ongoing labor dispute between the college administration and the Columbia College Faculty Union (CFAC).
Student journalists from The Columbia Chronicle have provided accurate and balanced reporting during the dispute.

Danish, Swedish Unions Are Gearing Up for a Labor Dispute With Tesla

Danish dockworkers in the 3F union are refusing to transport Tesla's vehicles to Sweden in support of their Swedish counterparts who are demanding a collective bargaining agreement.
Tesla, which is non-unionized globally, is refusing to sign a collective bargaining agreement.

Starbucks Workers Union Slams SCOTUS Decision for Weakening Labor Protections

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled in favor of Starbucks in a labor dispute, making it harder for the NLRB to halt unfair labor practices temporarily.
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