The Native Women’s Association of Canada’s (NWAC) has just released their comprehensive report on the trafficking of Aboriginal women and girls in Canada for sexual exploitation. The report is part of several reports that were funded by the Canadian Women’s Foundation, along with their National Task Force Report. To access all the reports, please go

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Well look at that – Civic Election Day is less that three weeks out across the Province!  Thanks to the dedicated volunteers who are active in the various Mayoralty, Councillor and School Board Trustee campaigns – some exciting possibilities exist for the election of progressive people to these important posts. It’s absolutely key that we

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CLC President Hassan Yussuf has issued an urgent appeal to union members and working people across Canada to support and participate in vigils for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Sisters In Spirit (SIS), scheduled for October 4, 2014: Justice for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women Sisters In Spirit(SIS) Vigils, October 4, 2014 This year marks

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It is with deep regret that we inform you of the passing of long-time labour and political activist Sister Michelle Masserey.  Her loss is felt by many in her union, UFCW Local 832, the Manitoba labour movement and the New Democratic Party.  Sister Masserey was an expert contract negotiator and experienced political organizer.  Please follow this

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CLC President Hassan Yussuf has reiterated his call for a public inquiry into the deisappearance and murder of more than 1200 Aboriginal women and children since 1980.  He’s alo asking us to back his hand by signing a petition.  Here’s his letter and petition link: Greetings,Earlier this week, the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) sent a

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