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Statement by the Minister of Labour

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Thursday, May 20, 2021

b'GATINEAU, QC, May 20, 2021 /CNW/ - The Minister of Labour, Filomena Tassi, issued the following statement regarding the allegations of vote tampering at a General Motors facility in Guanajuato, Mexico:\n"Every worker deserves a safe and healthy work environment where their rights are respected.

Key Points: 
  • b'GATINEAU, QC, May 20, 2021 /CNW/ - The Minister of Labour, Filomena Tassi, issued the following statement regarding the allegations of vote tampering at a General Motors facility in Guanajuato, Mexico:\n"Every worker deserves a safe and healthy work environment where their rights are respected.
  • The United States has requested that Mexico review the allegations and determine whether a denial of rights exists.
  • That is why the Government of Canada has committed $27.5 million over the next four years to support Mexico\'s implementation of significant labour reforms.
  • This funding will be used to help Mexico remove barriers and practices that have prevented workers from exercising their rights to associate freely and bargain collectively in an effective manner.\n'

Statement for the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination 2021

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Sunday, March 21, 2021

GATINEAU, QC, March 21, 2021 /CNW/ - The Minister of Labour, Filomena Tassi, issued the following statement for the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination:

Key Points: 
  • GATINEAU, QC, March 21, 2021 /CNW/ - The Minister of Labour, Filomena Tassi, issued the following statement for the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination:
    "Racial discrimination is never acceptable.
  • The International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination reminds us that we all benefit when people who are working hard to realize their dreams are included and have a fair chance to succeed.
  • All Canadians must have a real and fair chance to succeed.
  • That is why the government has taken important steps to advance equity and diversity in our country.

International Women's Day Statement 2021

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Monday, March 8, 2021

GATINEAU, QC, March 8, 2021 /CNW/ - The Minister of Labour, Filomena Tassi, issued the following statement for International Women's Day:

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  • GATINEAU, QC, March 8, 2021 /CNW/ - The Minister of Labour, Filomena Tassi, issued the following statement for International Women's Day:
    "On March 8, International Women's Day, we celebrate the achievements of women and girls everywhere and we reaffirm the Government of Canada's commitment to advancing gender equality in the workplace.
  • To mark International Women's Day,the Government of Canada is hosting a two-day summit, " Canada's Feminist Response and Recovery ", on March 8 and 9, 2021.
  • Over the past year, we have all faced challenges as a result of the pandemic, however, women in particular have experienced significant impacts.
  • On January 1st, 2021, new pay transparency measures came into force.

Minister of Labour meets with stakeholders to discuss workplace harassment and violence prevention project supported by the Government of Canada

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Monday, February 8, 2021

Today, Minister of Labour Filomena Tassi attended a roundtable meeting with representatives from the Canadian Women's Foundation,AFTERMETOO and the Aboriginal Peoples Television Networkto discuss their joint project, "Roadmap to Future Workplaces.

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  • Today, Minister of Labour Filomena Tassi attended a roundtable meeting with representatives from the Canadian Women's Foundation,AFTERMETOO and the Aboriginal Peoples Television Networkto discuss their joint project, "Roadmap to Future Workplaces.
  • When we introduced Bill C-65, we knew that legislation would be one part of the approach needed to address workplace harassment and violence.
  • That's why we made significant investments in projects that will help drive culture change in Canadian workplaces and protect workers from harassment and violence.
  • Of this funding, $3.5 million annually is dedicated to grants and contributions through the Workplace Harassment and Violence Prevention Fund.

Government of Canada moves forward on pay equity to help address wage gaps in federally regulated workplaces

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Friday, November 13, 2020

Today, the Minister of Labour, Filomena Tassi, announced that the Government of Canada has reached an important milestone: the proposed Pay Equity Regulations are now available in the Canada Gazette, Part I.

Key Points: 
  • Today, the Minister of Labour, Filomena Tassi, announced that the Government of Canada has reached an important milestone: the proposed Pay Equity Regulations are now available in the Canada Gazette, Part I.
  • The Pay Equity Regulations will support the implementation of the Pay Equity Act, which will help ensure that, on average, women and men in federally regulated public and private sector workplaces receive equal pay for work of equal value.
  • Together, these efforts will help create federally regulated workplaces where workers feel safe, valued, included and secure.
  • In April 2017, roundtable discussions were held with employer, employee and advocacy stakeholders on designing a proactive pay equity system in federally regulated workplaces.

Government of Canada marks the first International Equal Pay Day and reappoints Canada's Pay Equity Commissioner

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Friday, September 18, 2020

Canada is proud to be an active member of the Equal Pay International Coalition (EPIC) and to have supported the adoption of the resolution proclaiming September 18th as International Equal Pay Day.

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  • Canada is proud to be an active member of the Equal Pay International Coalition (EPIC) and to have supported the adoption of the resolution proclaiming September 18th as International Equal Pay Day.
  • To mark this day, the Minister of Labour Filomena Tassi, announced the reappointment of Karen Jensen as Canada's federal Pay Equity Commissioner.
  • With her reappointment, Ms. Jensen will continue the important preparatory work for the coming into force of the Pay Equity Act.
  • Once the Pay Equity Act is in force, Ms. Jensen will hold a subsequent appointment as Pay Equity Commissioner for a period of three years from that date.

Statement by the Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister of Labour

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Monday, August 17, 2020

GATINEAU, QC, Aug. 17, 2020 /CNW/ - Today, the Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister of Labour, issued the following statement regarding the collective bargaining negotiations between the Syndicat des dbardeurs, Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 375 and the Maritime Employers Association.

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  • GATINEAU, QC, Aug. 17, 2020 /CNW/ - Today, the Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister of Labour, issued the following statement regarding the collective bargaining negotiations between the Syndicat des dbardeurs, Canadian Union of Public Employees, Local 375 and the Maritime Employers Association.
  • My colleague, the Honourable Marc Garneau, Minister of Transport, and I reached out to the parties and continue to emphasize the urgent need for both parties to quickly reach an agreement.
  • The Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service (FMCS) is constantly engaged with both parties towards this end.
  • Now is the time to build on this momentum and take all appropriate steps to collaborate and reach an agreement.

The Government of Canada publishes final regulations on changes to federal labour standards for work-integrated learning

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Wednesday, July 8, 2020

That is why the Government of Canada continues to move forward with changes, including those put forward in the Budget Implementation Act, 2017, No.

Key Points: 
  • That is why the Government of Canada continues to move forward with changes, including those put forward in the Budget Implementation Act, 2017, No.
  • 1, to strengthen pay protections and regulations for work-integrated learning in federally regulated workplaces.
  • Today, the Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister of Labour, announced that the Standards for Work-Integrated Learning Activities Regulations are now published in Part II of the Canada Gazette.
  • The legislative changes and the Regulations are scheduled to come into force on September 1, 2020.

Statement by the Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister of Labour

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Friday, June 12, 2020

GATINEAU, QC, June 12, 2020 /CNW/ - Today, the Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister of Labour issued the following statement regarding the collective bargaining negotiations between the Canada Post Corporationand the Canadian Union of Postal Workers:

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  • GATINEAU, QC, June 12, 2020 /CNW/ - Today, the Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister of Labour issued the following statement regarding the collective bargaining negotiations between the Canada Post Corporationand the Canadian Union of Postal Workers:
    This closes this round of collective bargaining for rural and suburban mail carriers as well as urban operations employees.
  • We hope the new agreements provide the basis for the development of a collaborative working relationship between the parties as they move forward.
  • Ms. MacPherson was appointed in December 2018 to assist the parties in reaching new collective agreements.
  • I would like to thank Ms. MacPherson and the federal mediators for their important work."

Joint Statement by the Honourable Filomena Tassi, Minister of Labour, and leaders from labour and industry regarding support for workers and employers during the coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis

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Wednesday, April 15, 2020

GATINEAU, QC, April 15, 2020 /CNW/ - The Minister of Labour, the Honourable Filomena Tassi, and leaders from labour and industry issued the following joint statement today after a teleconference with stakeholderson challenges workers and employers in federally regulated industries are facing during the coronavirus(COVID-19) pandemic.

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  • GATINEAU, QC, April 15, 2020 /CNW/ - The Minister of Labour, the Honourable Filomena Tassi, and leaders from labour and industry issued the following joint statement today after a teleconference with stakeholderson challenges workers and employers in federally regulated industries are facing during the coronavirus(COVID-19) pandemic.
  • The world of work is experiencing rapid and significant disruptions that are affecting everyoneemployers, workers, their families and surrounding communities.
  • The weeks and months ahead will not be easy, but we are going to get through this together.
  • A number of extraordinary but necessary steps have been taken to protect and support Canadian workers and businesses during this crisis.