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The Nova Scotia Federation of Labour is the central provincial voice for Nova Scotia workers. The Fed represents thousands of union members, lobbying the provincial government for justice and fairness for workers across the province.

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CEOs covered by new labour code make up to 199 times more than their workers

September 29, 2026
OTTAWA — As some of Canada’s biggest employers welcome the government’s new restrictions on the…
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Bill C-39 would give Canadian government broadest strike intervention powers in G7 

September 27, 2026
OTTAWA — If passed, Bill C-39 would give the Canadian government broader unilateral power to…
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Employers cheer Bill C-39 restrictions on the right to strike

September 25, 2026
OTTAWA — Employer groups are welcoming Bill C-39’s new powers to end legal strikes. Canada’s…
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Take a stand and Rise Up! for Gender Justice with Canada’s Unions

September 24, 2026
Statement from Siobhán Vipond, Executive Vice President, to mark Gender Equality Week 2026: Across Canada,…
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Canada’s unions united against new restrictions on the right to strike

September 22, 2026
OTTAWA — Canada’s unions are united in calling on the federal government to remove new…
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Melissa Marsman: Statement on Bill C-39’s Attack on the Right to Strike

September 22, 2026
Yesterday, Mark Carney’s Liberal Government announced sweeping changes to Section 107 of Canada’s Labour Code…
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EI Must Be Fixed Now!

Now is the time for the federal government fix Employment Insurance and invest in public infrastructure and services to make…

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Violence and harassment are not part of the job!

Join us to oppose workplace violence. By taking this pledge, we commit to fostering a culture of safety and respect…

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