Toronto & York Region Labour Council
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Central labour body representing 220,000 working people and their families across all sectors of the economy. Building solidarity since 1871.
TYRLC was there to rally in support of 10 teachers who were fired or suspended at an east-end Toronto school.
The rally was organized by Elementary Teachers of Toronto (ETT), the union representing the affected staff members at Bowmore Road Junior and Senior School.
The rally was organized by Elementary Teachers of Toronto (ETT), the union representing the affected staff members at Bowmore Road Junior and Senior School.
February 4, 2026 at 6:21 PM
TYRLC was there to rally in support of 10 teachers who were fired or suspended at an east-end Toronto school.
The rally was organized by Elementary Teachers of Toronto (ETT), the union representing the affected staff members at Bowmore Road Junior and Senior School.
The rally was organized by Elementary Teachers of Toronto (ETT), the union representing the affected staff members at Bowmore Road Junior and Senior School.
This year, the City of Toronto is trying something new: taxing the rich. The City’s new Mansion Tax is already delivering for working people by raising over $150 million dollars to fund city services.
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February 3, 2026 at 9:13 PM
This year, the City of Toronto is trying something new: taxing the rich. The City’s new Mansion Tax is already delivering for working people by raising over $150 million dollars to fund city services.
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Clear message to Labour Minister David Piccini: stop undermining public sector trades workers.
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CUPE Ontario trades workers deliver message to Labour Minister Piccini at annual conference
More than 100 trades workers from across Ontario gathered this week for CUPE Ontario’s annual Trades Conference, where they sent a clear message to Labour Minister David Piccini: stop undermining publ...
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February 3, 2026 at 5:14 PM
Clear message to Labour Minister David Piccini: stop undermining public sector trades workers.
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Reposted by Toronto & York Region Labour Council
Grassy Narrows has had contaminated water for over 50 years, with over 90 percent of its population suffering with mercury poisoning....
This government is an embarrassment
This government is an embarrassment
BREAKING: @OntarioPCParty convention today @fordnation was asked:
“Grassy Narrows is still being poisoned. Will you compensate Grassy Narrows for the ongoing mercury crisis?”
Ford said thanks to "my OPP" for clearing protesters.
#FreeGrassy #OnPoli #GrassyNarrows #OPC2026
“Grassy Narrows is still being poisoned. Will you compensate Grassy Narrows for the ongoing mercury crisis?”
Ford said thanks to "my OPP" for clearing protesters.
#FreeGrassy #OnPoli #GrassyNarrows #OPC2026
February 3, 2026 at 3:24 PM
Grassy Narrows has had contaminated water for over 50 years, with over 90 percent of its population suffering with mercury poisoning....
This government is an embarrassment
This government is an embarrassment
February is Black History Month
Chris Campbell is the first Black President of Carpenters’ Union Local 27.
Chris Campbell is the first Black President of Carpenters’ Union Local 27.
February 2, 2026 at 1:47 PM
February is Black History Month
Chris Campbell is the first Black President of Carpenters’ Union Local 27.
Chris Campbell is the first Black President of Carpenters’ Union Local 27.
Join if you can: Rally to Support Bowmore Teachers and School Community
Where: TDSB HQ, 5050 Yonge St
When: Tues, Feb 3, 4:30pm
What: Rally in solidarity with the Bowmore School community.
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Where: TDSB HQ, 5050 Yonge St
When: Tues, Feb 3, 4:30pm
What: Rally in solidarity with the Bowmore School community.
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February 2, 2026 at 1:13 PM
Join if you can: Rally to Support Bowmore Teachers and School Community
Where: TDSB HQ, 5050 Yonge St
When: Tues, Feb 3, 4:30pm
What: Rally in solidarity with the Bowmore School community.
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Where: TDSB HQ, 5050 Yonge St
When: Tues, Feb 3, 4:30pm
What: Rally in solidarity with the Bowmore School community.
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We remember
January 29, 2026 at 8:20 PM
We remember
You’re Invited: A Celebration of Heritage & Unity
Join us as we come together to honor Black History Month. This is a community gathering dedicated to reflecting on the past, celebrating the present, and building a stronger future together.
Join us as we come together to honor Black History Month. This is a community gathering dedicated to reflecting on the past, celebrating the present, and building a stronger future together.
January 28, 2026 at 9:29 PM
You’re Invited: A Celebration of Heritage & Unity
Join us as we come together to honor Black History Month. This is a community gathering dedicated to reflecting on the past, celebrating the present, and building a stronger future together.
Join us as we come together to honor Black History Month. This is a community gathering dedicated to reflecting on the past, celebrating the present, and building a stronger future together.
This year, the City of Toronto is trying something new: taxing the rich. The City’s new Mansion Tax is already delivering for working people by raising over $150 million dollars to fund city services.
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January 28, 2026 at 9:21 PM
This year, the City of Toronto is trying something new: taxing the rich. The City’s new Mansion Tax is already delivering for working people by raising over $150 million dollars to fund city services.
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York Region Children's Aid OPSEU/SEFPO Local 304 is at a breaking point. They are having a Rally on February 11th.
Come show some solidarity with your friends from OPSEU.
Come show some solidarity with your friends from OPSEU.
January 28, 2026 at 9:13 PM
York Region Children's Aid OPSEU/SEFPO Local 304 is at a breaking point. They are having a Rally on February 11th.
Come show some solidarity with your friends from OPSEU.
Come show some solidarity with your friends from OPSEU.
CUPE Local 4900 York Region went back to the bargaining table this morning. TYRLC was there to show our support for frontline workers in York Region!
January 28, 2026 at 9:10 PM
CUPE Local 4900 York Region went back to the bargaining table this morning. TYRLC was there to show our support for frontline workers in York Region!
CUPE 2316: Workers at CAS Toronto vote to strike
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CUPE 2316: Workers at CAS Toronto vote to strike
CUPE 2316 – representing approximately 500 workers at the Children’s Aid Society of Toronto – has filed a ‘No Board’ report, triggering the countdown to be in a legal strike position as early as Febru...
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January 28, 2026 at 9:02 PM
CUPE 2316: Workers at CAS Toronto vote to strike
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"Rachel Chernos Lin, city councillor for Don Valley West and a former TDSB trustee, says replacing trustees with offices is like replacing councillors with 311, or provincial legislators with ServiceOntario."
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2 Toronto school boards open new virtual offices to help parents navigate concerns | CBC News
Parents who have concerns not resolved by teachers or principals at their local schools can now contact virtual offices opened Monday by two Toronto school boards.
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January 22, 2026 at 5:45 PM
"Rachel Chernos Lin, city councillor for Don Valley West and a former TDSB trustee, says replacing trustees with offices is like replacing councillors with 311, or provincial legislators with ServiceOntario."
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This year, the City of Toronto is trying something new: taxing the rich. The City’s new Mansion Tax is already delivering for working people by raising over $150 million dollars to fund city services.
It also means working families are saving big time...
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It also means working families are saving big time...
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January 21, 2026 at 10:11 PM
This year, the City of Toronto is trying something new: taxing the rich. The City’s new Mansion Tax is already delivering for working people by raising over $150 million dollars to fund city services.
It also means working families are saving big time...
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It also means working families are saving big time...
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Mayor Chow is turning the heat down...expanding the free AC program this year for renters!
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News Release: Mayor Chow’s 2026 budget delivers more affordability for renters
Mayor of Toronto
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January 21, 2026 at 10:09 PM
Mayor Chow is turning the heat down...expanding the free AC program this year for renters!
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Congrats UFCW Locals 175 & 633
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Over 6,000 food retail workers at Metro ratify new agreement – UFCW 175 & 633 | UFCW Canada - Canada’s Private Sector Union
More than 6,000 UFCW 175 members from Metro stores covered by a province-wide agreement have ratified a new precedent-setting collective agreement that includes substantial monetary improvements.
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January 21, 2026 at 10:00 PM
Congrats UFCW Locals 175 & 633
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EI MIGRANT WORKER CLASS ACTION
Jan 20-22
Who: Migrant workers and allies
What: Class action certification hearing to demand an end to Canada’s theft of EI benefits and equal access for all (Palmer v. Attorney General of Canada)
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Jan 20-22
Who: Migrant workers and allies
What: Class action certification hearing to demand an end to Canada’s theft of EI benefits and equal access for all (Palmer v. Attorney General of Canada)
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January 21, 2026 at 9:57 PM
EI MIGRANT WORKER CLASS ACTION
Jan 20-22
Who: Migrant workers and allies
What: Class action certification hearing to demand an end to Canada’s theft of EI benefits and equal access for all (Palmer v. Attorney General of Canada)
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Jan 20-22
Who: Migrant workers and allies
What: Class action certification hearing to demand an end to Canada’s theft of EI benefits and equal access for all (Palmer v. Attorney General of Canada)
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