Sustainable Jobs Act promises Indigenous engagement but avoids nation-to-nation language that might upset provinces
The federal government’s newly tabled sustainable jobs plan has been described as a victory for labour, but advocates say it leaves Indigenous nations subject to provincial and territorial approaches to the energy transition.
Researchers warn House committee about the ‘dramatic erosion’ of affordable rental units
Canada’s largest residential landlords say a shortage of new supply is at the heart of the housing crisis, but researchers and advocates are warning about the loss of affordable rental units.
‘Strike action will resume’ if PSAC members reject tentative deal reached with feds
Economist Jim Stanford called the remote work provisions ‘very significant’ and precedent-setting for return to office talks in both union and non-union workplaces.
Promised federal disability benefit could make ‘a huge dent’ in poverty rate if done right, say advocates
Bill C-22, which would create a framework for the Canada Disability Benefit, will be a House priority the week of June 12, says Government House Leader Mark Holland.
Urban and rural Canada aren’t so divided on key issues facing the country, leading pollster says
Fewer than one in five Canadians live in rural areas and these populations are growing more slowly than in urban centres, says chief statistician Anil Arora. Between 2016-2021, the urban population grew almost 16 times faster than rural Canada’s.
Even high-wage temporary foreign workers are at risk of exploitation
As Canadian firms address ongoing staffing challenges, more high-wage temporary foreign workers are likely to be hired. They are an important part of our workforce, and they need the same protections as Canadians.
Bank of Canada quietly signals long-term shift with potential for economic, political upheaval
The end of the low-interest-rate policy sets the stage for widespread household financial stress in 2025 and 2026, when the majority of mortgages are up for renewal.
Committee witnesses who testify about non-disclosure agreements would be covered by parliamentary privilege, say House and Senate representatives
A new bill addressing the misuse of non-disclosure agreements could provide a chance for public servants, Hill staffers, and other federally regulated or funded workers to testify publicly despite having signed NDAs.
Time for concrete action to unlock homeownership for Canadians
There are policy moves the federal government could make today to bring a more holistic approach to housing affordability and improve the outlook for families and our economy.
Senator to table bill to limit use of non-disclosure agreements to hide abuse and discrimination at federally-funded agencies
Senator Marilou McPhedran’s bill comes as hearings into the use of NDAs by Hockey Canada and other national sports organizations continue.
