BC Fed – Fight for 15 – May Day Rally And March

BC Fed – Fight for 15 – May Day Rally And March

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On April 15th, we joined thousands of workers around the world protesting for a fair minimum wage. In BC, there were events at six McDonald’s locations in the Lower Mainland as well as events in Victoria, New Westminster and Penticton. From Vancouver to Tokyo workers sent the message that low pay is not ok. The energy is growing, and public support is high. People get it – if you work full-time you shouldn’t be left in poverty.

We are excited to announce that our next Fight for $15 event will be on May 1st in Vancouver. This year’s May Day March and Rally will have a Fight for $15 theme. The event is co-sponsored by the BCFED and the Vancouver and District Labour Council.

After the rally join us at Wise Hall for music and refreshments. The first 50 low-wage workers will get in for free. Others who bring a sticker from the rally will get $2 off at the door. For more information and to RSVP visit our Facebook Event.

Also, if you are in the South Okanagan, there will be a minimum wage panel discussion in Penticton on May 1st, featuring Aaron Ekman, Secretary Treasurer of the BC Federation of Labour. The event is hosted by the South Okanagan Boundary Labour Council. For more information visit their website.

Let’s build an economy that works for everyone. We look forward to seeing you at one of our upcoming events.

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http://www.fightfor15bc.ca/

On May 1st workers around the world will be celebrating the struggle for workers’ rights. This year, the Vancouver May Day Rally will have a focus on the Fight for $15 and call on the BC Liberal Government to make a real increase to the minimum wage.

Meet up at Clark Park between 5 and 5:30pm. We will march together to Grandview Park for a rally.

Make it an evening. After the rally head over to the Wise Hall for music and refreshments. A food cart will be available for dinner. Upstairs join us for live music starting at 8:30pm. Tickets are $10 for general admission, $8 with a sticker from the rally and the first 50 low wage workers get in free!

This event is co-sponsored by the Vancouver District Labour Council and the BC Federation of Labour.

See you there!

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