Jobs and the Economy

ST. JOHN'S – Workers on the Terra Nova offshore oil platform are in contract talks as Suncor announced October 4, 2026 it will sell its interest in the project to UK-based Ithaca Energy.

MONTREAL— In the wake of the elections in Quebec, Unifor Quebec is urging the incoming government to engage in a genuine dialogue with workers. In response to the serious challenges currently facing both the manufacturing and forestry sectors, the union expects to see concrete measures aimed at safeguarding jobs as well as a clear commitment to respecting union rights.

VICTORIA – Unifor Local 333-BC wants a fair deal at BC Transit by October 5 and is calling on government to properly fund public transit, with the union’s overtime ban set to resume and affect bus service if no agreement is reached.

“Transit workers in Victoria want a deal and they have shown real patience to get one,” said Unifor National President Lana Payne. “BC Transit asked for more time and it has it. But a fair agreement and reliable service both depend on public investment, and governments have to step up with the funding transit needs.”

Unifor representatives, alongside labour leaders from across the federally regulated private and public sectors, met with the Federal Pay Equity Commissioner Lori Straznicky on Sept. 24, 2026, at the Canadian Labour Congress’s offices in Ottawa. 

The meeting gave workers’ representatives a chance to connect and share feedback on the implementation of the federal Pay Equity Act.

NACKAWIC, N.B. — Unifor condemns the closure of the AV Nackawic mill, a subsidiary of the India-based Aditya Birla Group. The devastating decision will put 228 active Unifor members out of work and deliver a serious blow to the community of Nackawic and the broader New Brunswick economy. The mill has long been a cornerstone of the local economy, supporting not only its direct workforce but also forestry workers, contractors, suppliers, businesses and families throughout the region. 

TORONTO—Unifor pledges to vigorously oppose infringements on the right to strike that are contained in Bill C-39 and calls on MPs from all parties to stand with workers. 

THUNDER BAY, ON—Enbridge Gas’ decision to close service centres in Thunder Bay and Waterloo is unnecessary and does a disservice to northern communities, says Unifor.

"Enbridge is clearly more concerned about padding shareholders’ pockets than serving customers,” said Unifor National President Lana Payne. “Good customer service is responsive and local, and soon Enbridge customers will have a little less of it to count on.”