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Politics Blog: Federal Budget 2021 is a missed opportunity

Ottawa – April 27, 2021 – After two years without a budget, and with COVID-19 wreaking havoc in many parts of the country, one could have expected a budget that was transformational in addressing the issues laid bare by the pandemic.

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Waste management members at NexCycle Plastics reach new agreement – UFCW 1006A

Brampton, Ont. – April 26, 2021 – UFCW 1006A members at NexCycle Plastics in Brampton, Ontario have voted to ratify a new union contract with important gains after successfully pushing back against harmful concessions proposed by the company.

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Industry Snapshot: Canadian food manufacturers doing well with exports at $15.5 billion

Toronto – April 23, 2021 – As Kevin Grier Analysis and Consulting continues to breakdown 2020 data on consumer-packaged goods (CPG) in the food sector, the numbers indicate that $15.5 billion, or 37 percent, of manufacturer sales were exported.

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Gig and app-based drivers need free short-term parking

Gig and app-based drivers need free short-term parking – UFCW 1518New Westminster, B.C. – April 22, 2021 – UFCW 1518 has called on BC municipalities to grant free short-term parking to app-based delivery drivers while they work. The union’s request is made in partnership with drivers for Uber Eats, DoorDash, and other platforms who make a living bringing food and other supplies to people during COVID-19.

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