CBTU Statement on the Federal Cabinet Shuffle
Canada’s Building Trades Unions (CBTU) recognizes the important transitions occurring within the federal cabinet following this week’s shuffle. While change can bring challenges, it also presents an opportunity for renewed leadership and a fresh approach to the issues that matter most to working Canadians. We extend our thanks to the ministers who have stepped down, […]
CBTU Thanks Chrystia Freeland for her Service to the Skilled Trades
On behalf of Canada’s Building Trades Unions, we would like to extend our deepest gratitude to outgoing Finance Minister Chrystia Freeland for her dedicated service and for the progressive achievements she has made during her tenure. Minister Freeland’s leadership has been instrumental in advancing policies that have supported workers across the country, including those in […]
CBTU Statement on the Fall Economic Statement
Today, the federal government released the 2024 Fall Economic Statement (FES), which includes strong commitments for Building Trades members and skilled trades workers across the country, and promises new jobs and opportunities for apprentices. Commitments in the Fall Economic Statement include strong labour conditions attached to the new Clean Electricity Investment Tax Credit. “We are […]
Statement from Canada’s Building Trades Unions on the Passing of Former Premier John Horgan
It is with sadness we must acknowledge the passing of former Premier of British Columbia, John Horgan. During his time in office, Premier Horgan demonstrated an unwavering commitment to B.C.’s working people, advocating for policies that not only prioritized labour rights, but fought for fair wages, and the development of sustainable infrastructure. His leadership guided […]
Labour Day Statement
Labour Day is a time of year to look back at the successes we’ve experienced, and set new focus for the year ahead. Labour enjoyed a historic 2024 Parliamentary session that included the implementation of Bill C-59 and the Investment Tax Credits, Bill C-50 and the Sustainable Jobs Act, and Bill C-58’s federal ban on […]
Changes to the Temporary Foreign Worker Program
Earlier today, Employment and Social Development Canada announced further changes to the Temporary Foreign Worker Program. While Canada’s Building Trades Unions is encouraged to see steps being taken to reduce the overall number of temporary workers that can be employed by a single employer, there remains significant gaps before this program can be considered anything […]
CBTU Thanks Minister O’Regan for his Outstanding Service to Canadian Workers
Canada’s Building Trades Unions are profoundly grateful for the immense accomplishments of the Hon. Seamus O’Regan as he steps down as Minister of Labour today, leaving a tremendous legacy of successful policies that will benefit working people in Canada for decades to come. “Seamus O’Regan will be remembered as one of the best Labour ministers […]
CBTU Applauds the Federal Government on New Legislation
Canada’s Building Trades Unions is celebrating the passage of key legislation this week which delivers major wins for Canadian skilled trades workers, and workers across the country. This week saw final votes on Bills C-59, which implemented the Investment Tax Credits, C-50, the Sustainable Jobs Act, and C-58, which introduced a federal ban on replacement […]
CBTU Supports Capital Gains Inclusion Rate Changes to Help Fund Critical Programs for Canadian Workers
Canada’s Building Trades Unions are voicing their support for the federal government’s changes to the capital gains tax inclusion rate, which was previously announced, and will be voted on by the House of Commons this week. The proposed change to the tax code will help fund important programs for the benefit of all Canadian workers […]
CBTU Celebrates Significant Wins for Workers as Anti-Scab, and Prevailing Wage Legislation Heads to the Senate
Canada’s Building Trades Unions is celebrating significant progress for Canadian skilled trades workers this week as Bills C-58 and C-59 were passed by the House of Commons and head to the Senate. Bill C-58 bans the use of replacement workers in federally regulated sectors, and Bill C-59 introduces game-changing Investment Tax Credits, which contain both […]
