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REGINA—Unifor members worked for a different election result but the largest union in the private sector is now turning its attention to protecting workers’ rights and defending public services under a re-elected conservative provincial government.
“The Sask Party’s diminished majority is a sign that voters are increasingly unhappy with the direction of the province,” said Unifor National President Lana Payne. “Unifor will not stop mobilizing to ensure public services and Crown corporations receive the public investment they need.”
Saskatchewan’s most vulnerable workers still suffer under the lowest minimum wage in the country, and the province’s poor health care performance was a top-of-mind issue for voters. Investing in strong public services and good jobs must be a priority for the next government, says Unifor.
“You can’t cut your way to better public services, nor can you weaken labour laws to create good jobs,” said Unifor Western Regional Director Gavin McGarrigle. “Our message to the new government is simple: if you come for workers’ rights, expect to meet us on the front lines.”