Daniel Smith
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"The best way to scare a Tory is to read and get rich" -Idles
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"Let’s not call the looming #CanadaPost strike a ‘labour dispute’," writes Rhea Rollmann.
"Let’s call it what it is: a brazen attempt by rich corporate directors to privatize, precaritize and ruin one of our country’s core public services..." #cdnpoli #canlab
theindependent.ca/commentary/t...
"Let’s call it what it is: a brazen attempt by rich corporate directors to privatize, precaritize and ruin one of our country’s core public services..." #cdnpoli #canlab
theindependent.ca/commentary/t...
Why the Canada Post strike is not just a ‘labour dispute’ – The Independent
Some thoughts on the language of truth and balance
theindependent.ca
May 23, 2025 at 12:39 PM
"Let’s not call the looming #CanadaPost strike a ‘labour dispute’," writes Rhea Rollmann.
"Let’s call it what it is: a brazen attempt by rich corporate directors to privatize, precaritize and ruin one of our country’s core public services..." #cdnpoli #canlab
theindependent.ca/commentary/t...
"Let’s call it what it is: a brazen attempt by rich corporate directors to privatize, precaritize and ruin one of our country’s core public services..." #cdnpoli #canlab
theindependent.ca/commentary/t...
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The Centre for Future Work has dropped a new 3-min video in our 'Debunkers Academy' series: this one showing that Canada's economy can survive Trump's attacks, and is less dependent on exports than commonly assumed. Check out 'Not So Global': youtube.com/watch?v=aoSa... #canlab /2
Not So Global After All
YouTube video by Centre For Future Work
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April 10, 2025 at 3:31 PM
The Centre for Future Work has dropped a new 3-min video in our 'Debunkers Academy' series: this one showing that Canada's economy can survive Trump's attacks, and is less dependent on exports than commonly assumed. Check out 'Not So Global': youtube.com/watch?v=aoSa... #canlab /2
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We have a Minister of Canadian Identity but no Minister of Labour? They better head to the polls fast because this isn't inspiring much confidence.
March 14, 2025 at 7:42 PM
We have a Minister of Canadian Identity but no Minister of Labour? They better head to the polls fast because this isn't inspiring much confidence.
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I'm sure folks in Labrador will be watching this one with interest.
Class-action lawsuit alleges northern grocer pocketed ‘millions’ from subsidy intended to lower food prices
The company with a grocery monopoly in many northern communities is being accused of profiting from millions of dollars in federal food subsidies intended to lower food prices for remote residents. In...
www.winnipegfreepress.com
February 20, 2025 at 6:04 PM
I'm sure folks in Labrador will be watching this one with interest.
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This is the latest email update from the Centre for Future Work in Canada, this one focusing on resources we have produced for the campaign to stop Trump's trade war: mailchi.mp/78b8010a404c.... You can subscribe for future issues via that link, or at centreforfuturework.ca/contact/. #canlab
Resources for a Trade War; Amazon Shutdowns; Alberta’s Lost Advantage… and more from the Centre for Future Work
mailchi.mp
February 9, 2025 at 1:11 AM
This is the latest email update from the Centre for Future Work in Canada, this one focusing on resources we have produced for the campaign to stop Trump's trade war: mailchi.mp/78b8010a404c.... You can subscribe for future issues via that link, or at centreforfuturework.ca/contact/. #canlab
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“Workers need – and deserve – a wage that reflects the true cost of living and allows them to thrive, not just try to survive.”
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Minimum Wage Increase Falls Short for Workers in Newfoundland and Labrador – Newfoundland & Labrador Federation of Labour
NEWS RELEASE Minimum Wage Increase Falls Short for Workers in Newfoundland and Labrador For Immediate Release: Friday, February 14, 2025 ST. JOHN’S, NL – Today, the provincial government announced...
nlfl.nf.ca
February 14, 2025 at 5:44 PM
“Workers need – and deserve – a wage that reflects the true cost of living and allows them to thrive, not just try to survive.”
nlfl.nf.ca/minimum-wage...
nlfl.nf.ca/minimum-wage...
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I got death threats for writing about heavy metal bands that happened to have women in them. These wealthy politicians need to grow up
Gillibrand on WNYC today said one reason they're all falling in line is that they get death threats.
cassidy changing his tune after what he said on the senate floor is what has upgraded my position from "they are being bribed" or "they are worried about primary challenges" to "they are worried about being murdered"
February 9, 2025 at 7:14 PM
I got death threats for writing about heavy metal bands that happened to have women in them. These wealthy politicians need to grow up
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Today I joined labour, business & policy leaders at the Canada-U.S. Economic Summit to talk about building a strong economy that protects Canadian jobs & industries.
I was proud to represent N.L. workers & share our vision for a resilient economy that puts workers first.
I was proud to represent N.L. workers & share our vision for a resilient economy that puts workers first.
February 7, 2025 at 11:08 PM
Today I joined labour, business & policy leaders at the Canada-U.S. Economic Summit to talk about building a strong economy that protects Canadian jobs & industries.
I was proud to represent N.L. workers & share our vision for a resilient economy that puts workers first.
I was proud to represent N.L. workers & share our vision for a resilient economy that puts workers first.
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And tomorrow it could be something different. The sands will always be shifting - the chaos is the point. We must stay united, prepare, and act accordingly when the US makes a move. #CanLab
Trump team threatens two phases of tariffs on Canada. Possibility of emergency tariffs over border for now, then wider-ranging tariffs in spring www.cbc.ca/news/world/t...
Find out more at nationalnewswatch.com
Find out more at nationalnewswatch.com
Trump team threatens two phases of tariffs on Canada | CBC News
The U.S. is threatening a two-stage tariff plan in which Canada and Mexico could get hit with initial trade penalties within days then face broader penalties this spring.
www.cbc.ca
January 29, 2025 at 9:30 PM
And tomorrow it could be something different. The sands will always be shifting - the chaos is the point. We must stay united, prepare, and act accordingly when the US makes a move. #CanLab
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Took part in the Premier’s Roundtable on Trade today along with a diverse range of stakeholders labour, industry, and community organizations.
All agree that a strong, united, and strategic approach that protects workers and our province is required - no matter what happens.
All agree that a strong, united, and strategic approach that protects workers and our province is required - no matter what happens.
January 30, 2025 at 8:17 PM
Took part in the Premier’s Roundtable on Trade today along with a diverse range of stakeholders labour, industry, and community organizations.
All agree that a strong, united, and strategic approach that protects workers and our province is required - no matter what happens.
All agree that a strong, united, and strategic approach that protects workers and our province is required - no matter what happens.
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What’s a tariff, anyway? A primer on what they are and how looming American tariffs can impact our province.
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What’s a tariff, anyway? The CBC’s Darrell Roberts explores what a Trump tax might mean for N.L.
A business professor at Memorial University says the last time an American president imposed global tariffs, it led to the Great Depression.
www.cbc.ca
January 28, 2025 at 10:31 PM
What’s a tariff, anyway? A primer on what they are and how looming American tariffs can impact our province.
www.cbc.ca/player/play/...
www.cbc.ca/player/play/...