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Scholars Warn Govt-Employer Pact, Quebec Law 14 Threatens Unions

7/13/2026

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Seventy Canadian labour scholars claim governments and employers are coordinating a campaign to weaken unions.
They warned in an open letter that Canada Labour Code reforms aim to restrict union rights.
Quebec’s Law 14 expands authority to suspend strikes deemed to affect public well-being, prompting legal challenges.
Researchers argue that strong unions raise wages, improve safety and reduce inequality, so the legislative push threatens democratic participation.

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Seventy Canadian labour scholars claim governments and employers are coordinating a campaign to weaken unions.
They warned in an open letter that Canada Labour Code reforms aim to restrict union rights.
Quebec’s Law 14 expands authority to suspend strikes deemed to affect public well-being, prompting legal challenges.
Researchers argue that strong unions raise wages, improve safety and reduce inequality, so the legislative push threatens democratic participation.