Newfoundland and Labrador Federation of Labour (NLFL)

07/30/2025

We’re down at the Regatta today at the Registered Nurses' Union Newfoundland & Labrador Seniors Rest Stop talking to people about heat stress. And it’s a hot one!

Learn more and fill out our survey here - https://nlfl.nf.ca/campaigns/heat-stress/

Good luck to all the Rowers!

07/28/2025

We extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and coworkers of the worker who tragically lost their life as a result of a workplace accident.

Today (and every day) we reaffirm our commitment to fighting for strong, enforceable safety laws, healthy workplaces, and accountability for employers and governments—because even one workplace death is one too many.

07/28/2025

It is long past time for the government of Newfoundland and Labrador to sign a Pharmacare deal. Tens of millions of dollars in funding sit on the table while far too many struggle to afford the medications they need.

The Council of Canadians

Full story at CBCNL.

07/25/2025

Great news for the people of Musgrave Harbour.

A big thank you to all the workers on the ground and in the air that worked tirelessly to fight the fire, protect homes, keep people safe and to provide care.

We are stronger when we work together!

The Provincial Government is advising residents of the Town of Musgrave Harbour that the evacuation issued on Sunday, July 20, 2025, has been lifted effective immediately. All residents are permitted to return to their properties. Residents are advised that this... Read More about Public Advisory: E...

07/25/2025

Memorial University plays an integral role in the social and economic prosperity of our province. It has a special obligation to the people of our province. The cuts announced yesterday will negatively impact students, workers, and the institution as a whole.

Over the past decade, funding for our public university has declined drastically. These ongoing cuts have weakened Memorial University, leading to the latest reductions.

Our governments must invest in MUN - they must invest in the future of our province.

We stand with the faculty, students, and staff in this difficult time and fully support and echo their calls for increased funding.

https://gazette.mun.ca/campus-and-community/message-from-the-president-10/

MUN Faculty Association
NAPE Newfoundland and Labrador Association of Public and Private Employees
CUPE NL
Canadian Federation of Students - NL
MUN Students' Union - MUNSU
TAUMUN-Teaching Assistants' Union Of Memorial University of Newfoundland
LUMUN
GSU MUN
Grenfell Campus Student Union

As you know, the Memorial University Board of Regents approved a $468.6 million operating budget for 2025-2026 (excluding the Faculty of Medicine) that includes $13.68 million in investments and a base expenditure reduction of $20.85 million. Achieving this significant and necessary reduction in exp...

07/24/2025

This recent analysis by the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives shows the devastating impact that cuts would have on federal public services and the people who deliver them.

The report shows that full time equivalent job losses could ramp up to a cumulative total of over 57,000 between 2024 and 2028!

We need strong public services to support people and communities, break down barriers, and drive our economy - especially in the face of trade tariffs.

No to austerity!

Learn more at the link below:

The newly elected federal government has promised major military spending increases and tax cuts. To pay for it, the government is seeking 15 per cent in cuts across all federal departments except the Department of Defence, the RCMP, Canada Border Services Agency, the Supreme Court and the Parliamen...

07/23/2025

Today at the Council of the Federation meetings in Ontario, NLFL President Jessica McCormick and NAPE Secretary Treasurer and NLFL Executive Member Trevor King met with Premier Hogan to discuss issues important to workers.

The conversation covered a lot of ground, including health & safety protections for workers, privatization, the importance of strong public services, internal trade, and the response to tariffs.

Keeping these lines of communication open ensures our government hears the voices of workers loud and clear.

07/22/2025

Proud to stand with labour and community activists at today’s Ontario/Canadian Health Coalition Rally for Healthcare at the Council of the Federation meetings in Ontario.

We’re calling on the federal government and premiers to work together to protect and improve universal, high-quality public healthcare and to stop the push toward privatization.

Healthcare is a right!

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Canadian Health Coalition

07/21/2025

NLFL President Jessica McCormick joined Federation of Labour Presidents from across Canada today in advance of Council of the Federation meetings and events in Ontario.

Labour is bringing a strong and united message to the Premiers this week - it’s time to put workers and their families first.

07/21/2025

Save the Date.

Our Triennial Constitutional Convention is taking place from November 16 - 19 at the Delta Hotel in St. John's.

A Conventional Call with more details will be sent out post-Labour Day.

It's shaping up to be a great convention filled with powerful keynote speakers, engaging workshops, informative panels, lots of discussion, and, of course, solidarity!

07/17/2025

💊 Four out of five Canadians don't have access to the new federal pharmacare program yet—and provinces (including Newfoundland and Labrador) are dragging their feet in negotiations for agreements.

07/17/2025

🥵 Heat Warnings Issued

Environment Canada has issued Heat Warnings for a large portion of the province (St. John's and Avalon to Gander and on to Deer Lake).

Learn more about the signs of heat stress, what your rights are, and more at our Heat Stress website - https://nlfl.nf.ca/campaigns/heat-stress/

Please stay safe and cool.