Publications

MEDIA RELEASE: WorkplaceNL’s Injury Fund Hits 139.5% Funded: Federation of Labour Says It’s Time to Raise Benefits for Injured Workers, Not Just Rebates for Employers 

For Immediate Release: Thursday, July 9, 2026  ST. JOHN’S, NL – The Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour (NLFL) is calling on the provincial government to increase the income replacement benefits for injured workers, following the release of WorkplaceNL’s 2025 Annual Report showing the Injury Fund is now funded at 139.5 per cent.  “WorkplaceNL is not just meeting its funding target, it is now well past it,”…

Protections for Workers Must Be Part of Government’s AI Policy Review 

ST. JOHN’S, NL – A string of high-profile stories relating to the governments’ (both current and former) use of artificial intelligence (AI) has sparked a growing conversation about how this rapidly evolving technology is used by our government and across the public service. “We need to ensure that the use of AI by our government is thoroughly reviewed and that…

Federation of Labour Calls for Government Action on the Eve of the National Day of Mourning for Workers Killed or Injured on the Job

For Immediate Release:   Monday, April 27, 2026  ST. JOHN’S, NL – The Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour (NLFL) and workers across the province will gather on April 28th to mark the National Day of Mourning for Workers Killed or Injured on the Job.   “In 2025, according to WorkplaceNL statistics, 17 workers in our province lost their lives due to workplace injuries or illness. In the…

NL Federation of Labour Releases 2025 Election Questionnaire Responses and Analysis 

For immediate release:  Wednesday, October 8, 2025  St. John’s, NL – The Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour (NLFL) today released its analysis of party responses to its 2025 Election Questionnaire, providing workers with a critical tool to inform their vote.  The full questionnaire responses and the NLFL’s analysis are available on the Federation’s Workers Vote election page at https://nlfed.ca/campaigns/workersvote2025/  (Direct…

NEWS RELEASE: Federation of Labour Launches Workplace Heat Stress Campaign   

For Immediate Release: Wednesday, July 9, 2025  ST. JOHN’S, NL – The Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour (NLFL) launched a workplace heat stress campaign today to address the growing issue of excessive heat in workplaces.  “Heat exposure is a life-threatening occupational hazard with serious short- and long-term consequences – and it can escalate dangerously fast,” said NLFL President Jessica McCormick. “As our planet warms,…

Minimum Wage Increase Falls Short for Workers in Newfoundland and Labrador 

NEWS RELEASE   Minimum Wage Increase Falls Short for Workers in Newfoundland and Labrador  For Immediate Release: Friday, February 14, 2025  ST. JOHN’S, NL – Today, the provincial government announced a $0.40 increase to the minimum wage, effective April 1, 2025, tied to the Consumer Price Index. While this adjustment acknowledges the need for change, it fails to adequately address the challenges faced…

U.S. Tariffs: Labour Federation Calls for Bold, United Response to Protect Workers and Economy  

The U.S. administration announced yesterday a 25% tariff on essentially all Canadian exports, with the exception of oil and gas. These tariffs will hurt workers and their families on both sides of the border. The Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour (NLFL) is reiterating our call for a united and strong response, including measures that will protect workers, our communities,…

Comprehensive Strategy Needed to Meet Future Labour Demands in Newfoundland and Labrador

As discussions intensify around the recently announced Churchill Falls Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), the Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour (NLFL) is calling on the provincial government to develop a long-term, comprehensive strategy addressing the workforce requirements for the proposed large-scale projects. “The provincial government projects that the four MOU initiatives will create approximately 5,000 direct jobs and 4,500 indirect…

Removing Sick Note Requirement for Workers a Positive Step

The Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour (NLFL) welcomes the proposed changes to the Labour Standards Act that will remove the requirement for workers to provide a medical note after three consecutive days of sick leave. The policy change still allows employers to implement their own policies regarding sick notes. “This is a good first step by the government on…

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…