IAMAW Local Lodge 16

The people of BC have made incredible sacrifices to keep our families and communities safe. But a small minority of selfish individuals are breaking the COVID-19 rules.

That’s why your BC NDP government has introduced tough $2,000+ fines for businesses and party-goers who won’t play by the rules to help BC’s recovery.

We can’t stand by and let a small number of people put us all at risk. Those who break the rules should pay the price. Do you agree? Then add your name today.

Recent months have truly brought home the importance of secure jobs and safe working conditions for everyone. When you’re relaxing this Labour Day, take a moment to remember the many people in BC who have fought – and continue to fight – for workers’ rights.

Your BC NDP government is fighting that fight to support the working people of our province. We know there’s much more to be done, but we’ve made a lot of progress since 2017 – and we intend to ensure good jobs and workers’ rights are protected throughout this crisis and beyond.

We think Premier John Horgan has been doing a fantastic job through some pretty tough times and we couldn’t be prouder of his smart, compassionate leadership.

So, we were delighted to see that John’s coalition partner and former BC Green Party leader Andrew Weaver had some very kind words to say about the Premier this week.

Speaking about our province’s future, he said: “British Columbia would benefit from having Mr. Horgan as Premier. He’s clearly indicated to me that he cares deeply, profoundly about people.”

Labour Day may be coming up but it’s not your last chance for summer fun. Our innovative virtual fundraisers will be keeping that summer feeling alive right through September, offering plenty more chances to support our MLAs and socialize safely with your fellow New Democrats.

Coming up, we’ve got a fun-filled evening of trivia with Carole James and Judy Darcy, the chance to learn how to knit alongside Delta North MLA Ravi Kahlon, and a big quiz night with the Richmond-Steveston BC NDP.

BC students will return to in-class learning this month. To help keep everyone safe, special health and safety measures have been brought in, funding has been increased for protective equipment like masks, and a new system of “learning groups” has been created.

To make sure parents and students have access to all the information they need, details of BC’s Back to School Plan are available online. Questions or concerns? Visit the provincial government’s site to find everything you need to know.

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Six months into this pandemic, millions of Canadians want to be working, but the jobs aren’t there.

There are shovel-ready projects the federal government can green-light today. Those jobs would help to kick-start our economy.

Our economic recovery depends on these projects.

Email your MP and your provincial/territorial decision-makers and tell them to make jobs their priority. We know this is one of the best ways to get a politician’s attention – and get some action happening in Ottawa. 

It’s time for a Canadian plan that disaster-proofs our communities. We need a plan that works for us by taking care of everyone, especially through hard times.

In the pandemic, businesses shut down and travel restrictions are imposed. Many of us stayed quarantined at home. As a result, people with low-wage jobs had their hours cut or lost their jobs altogether. Essential workers put themselves at risk by serving the public.

Many of those workers are women, Black, Indigenous, people of colour, young people, and people with disabilities. They are feeling the biggest impact from this health crisis.

Tell decision-makers they need to fix this by replacing lost jobs with better jobs. We’ve written the letter – all you have to do is add your name and hit send. 

With millions of jobs lost, we need a shovel-ready plan to replace those jobs with better ones. We need investments in green infrastructure, educating our youth, and caring for others.

Thank you for taking this important step, Siddhartha.

Hassan

Hassan Yussuff
President
Canadian Labour Congress
Standing up for workers and their families

Canadian Labour Congress/
Congrès du travail du Canada