Publications

Young Workers’ Survey

The NLFL Young Workers’ Committee is inviting all young workers aged 35 and under to share their experiences and help shape its priorities over the next three years. The survey below is anonymous. Survey – HERE This is an opportunity to highlight the challenges young workers are facing across Newfoundland and Labrador – from the cost of living and job…

2026 Day of Mourning Ceremonies

On the Day of Mourning for Workers Killed or Injured on the Job (April 28), the labour movement remembers the workers we’ve lost and we commit to fight harder than ever for strong and enforceable laws, safe and healthy workplaces and to make sure that employers and law makers are held to account no matter what. Because one workplace death…

NEWS RELEASE: Minimum Wage Increase Falls Short as Living Wage Gap Widens Across Newfoundland and Labrador 

For Immediate Release: Tuesday, March 31, 2026  ST. JOHN’S, NL – Despite a scheduled 35-cent increase to the provincial minimum wage set for tomorrow, workers in Newfoundland and Labrador remain caught in a crisis of affordability, with data revealing that a minimum wage job is not enough to cover basic living expenses. While framed as a predictable approach, tying increases solely to the…

2026 NLFL Provincial Budget Submission

A copy of our Federation’s written provincial budget submission can be found – HERE We were pleased to meet with the Minister of Finance, Hon. Craig Pardy, and senior departmental officials as part of the provincial government’s pre-budget consultation process on February 25, 2026.  During our presentation, we highlighted key issues, including, workers’ rights, occupational health and safety, improving workers’ compensation, addressing the cost-of-living crisis, and the…

NEWS RELEASE: Federation of Labour Outlines Workers’ Priorities for 2025 Provincial Election

For Immediate Release: Tuesday, September 16, 2025  ST. JOHN’S, NL – Now that a provincial election has been called, the labour movement is calling on all political parties to present comprehensive plans that put workers and communities first.  “This election presents a critical opportunity to advance workers’ rights and build a fairer and more just province for all – where no…

2025 Day of Mourning

On the Day of Mourning for Workers Killed or Injured on the Job (April 28), the labour movement remembers the workers we’ve lost and we commit to fight harder than ever for strong and enforceable laws, safe and healthy workplaces and to make sure that employers and law makers are held to account no matter what.  Because one workplace death…

STATEMENT: 30-day Tariff Pause and Next Steps

As you are likely aware, a 30-day pause on the tariffs has been put in place after a call between Prime Minister Trudeau and President Trump.   This is welcome news in terms of the impact this would have on workers and our economy. However, at this stage, this is a pause, and if the past month has taught us anything,…

Job Posting: Executive Director

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

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…

Newfoundland & Labrador Federation of Labour

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