Early July, Bombardier announced they would be cutting their 1,100-member Thunder Bay workforce by nearly 50%. This is beyond partisan politics; the federal and provincial politicians MUST commit in policy and action to putting Canadian local content first for ALL taxpayer funded projects and hold Bombardier accountable to keeping jobs in Canada. This is the time for decisive action – of courage to put Canadian jobs first, our families and communities first over profit. Click to read full statement.

The provincial government of Ontario has commenced the most aggressive and radical health care restructuring that Ontario has ever experienced. This restructuring will result in the number of Public Health Units being decreased from thirty-five (35) to ten (10). The Ford government has proposed a 27% or $200 million per year reduction of provincial funding for public health. This reduction in the number of public health units puts the health of Ontarians at risk. There has been no public consultation on this major change to public health. Click to read complete COPE Ontario September Statement.

The Bargaining Committee at the Steelworkers Nonprofit Dental - COPE Local 343 celebrate a successful ratification of their newest deal for their members!

The Bargaining Committee at the Auto Workers Community Credit Union (COPE Local 343) in Oshawa and Bowmanville celebrate a successful ratification of their first 3year deal for all their members!