Publications

Federation of Labour Calling for A United Front in Face of Trump’s Tariff Threats

Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour (NLFL) President, Jessica McCormick, is calling on the provincial and federal governments to work together and with all affected parties to confront the threat of massive trade tariffs by the incoming American Administration.  “If enacted, Trump’s proposed 25% tariff would have a devastating impact on workers, jobs, our economy, and our province as a…

Job Posting: Executive Director

The NLFL is hiring an Executive Director! Application deadline: December 6, 2024.

Job Posting: Worker Advisor

Title: Worker AdvisorStatus: Temporary, Full-Time, Unionized (Limited term contract to fill leave of absence)Location: St. John’s, Newfoundland and LabradorImmediate Supervisor: NLFL PresidentRemuneration: Competitive salary, pension and benefits in accordance with Unifor Local 597 Collective AgreementApplication Deadline: November 21, 2024 The Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour (NLFL) is currently seeking a Worker Advisor to join our small but mighty team at our St.…

Government Must Put Workers and Their Families First in Fall Sitting of the House of Assembly

As the House of Assembly returns for the Fall sitting, the Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour (NLFL) is calling on MHAs to put workers and their families at the top of their agenda.  “Workers are the backbone of our province. Workers and their labour drive the economy,  provide vital public services, and move our province forward. Yet, it’s workers…

Federation of Labour Calls for Increase to Income Replacement Rate for Injured Workers

Following the announcement by WorkplaceNL that employers will continue to receive a discount on assessment rates for 2025, the Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour is calling on the provincial government to increase the Income Replacement Rate (IRR) for workers. The average assessment rate paid by employers in Newfoundland and Labrador will remain at $1.73 per $100 of assessment earnings…

NLFL 2024 Midterm Convention

The Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour will be holding its Midterm Convention in St. John’s from Sunday, November 17 to Tuesday, November 19, 2024. This Convention features several incredible keynote speakers and workshops that focus on equipping workers with the skills, knowledge and information you need to take political action to fight for your rights and make a difference…

Minimum Wage Workers in Newfoundland and Labrador Deserve Better

On October 1, 2024, minimum wage increases were announced in Ontario, Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Prince Edward Island. In Newfoundland and Labrador, the minimum wage remains unchanged at $15.60 per hour, nearly $10 less than what the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives recently calculated as a living wage that would cover basic expenses. After years of worker advocacy, minimum wage rates…

Labour Day Message from NLFL President Jessica McCormick

Working people in Newfoundland and Labrador are struggling. It’s time for workers to unite against corporate greed and politicians who fail us. This Labour Day, we’re demanding a fairer system that benefits everyone, not just the wealthiest few at the top. Workers power Newfoundland and Labrador’s economy, yet we face rising costs and stagnant wages. At the grocery store and…

Labour Day 2024 in Newfoundland and Labrador

This Labour Day, Canada’s unions are fighting against an anti-worker agenda. We’re protecting workers’ hard-won gains and building a Canada where everyone can thrive. Join the campaign. Visit workerstogether.ca to find out how. This year, workers, unions and community leaders will gather in the following regions on Monday, September 2 to celebrate Labour Day: St. John’sUnion walk starting at Quidi…

Government Fails to Hold Employers Accountable for Workplace Injuries and Fatalities

The Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour (NLFL) is calling for immediate action from the provincial government to address significant shortfalls in serious incident investigations by the Occupational Health and Safety Division of the Department of Digital Government and Service N.L. A lack of resources and improvements to the system resulted in 1 in 4 serious incident investigations that were…