UFCW Canada joins thousands in commemorating the life and legacy of Jack Layton

UFCW Canada joined thousands in Toronto's Nathan Phillips Square on August 22 to mark the one-year anniversary of Jack Layton's passing.

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Corporate greed threatens Canada's economy, not 'high' wages

As more information comes to light about Finance Minister Jim Flaherty's meetings with Canada’s corporate elite at his annual summer economic policy 'retreat,' it is becoming increasingly clear that the federal Conservative Government is warming to one of the recommendations that was put forward at last year’s gathering. According to the country's fat cat CEOs and rightwing politicians, corporations can no longer afford to pay for 'overpriced Canadian Workers.'

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Flaherty’s closed door “Retreat” opens the gates to U.S.-style laws, policies and politics

Federal Finance Minister Jim Flaherty will soon be going behind closed doors for his sixth annual policy retreat with business and policy leaders. Using the Access to Information Act, the Globe and Mail revealed what was discussed at last year’s closed door meeting.

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Jack Layton 1950 - 2011

Dear Jack,

Over 250,000 United Food and Commercial Workers thank you for a lifetime of outstanding commitment to social justice and creating a better, fairer Canada. Thank you Jack for making a significant difference in our lives and in the lives of all working families.

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“Take a Ride With Jack” monument

After inspiring the nation and leading the New Democratic Party of Canada to an historic electoral victory as the Official Opposition, beloved NDP Leader Jack Layton succumbed to cancer on August 22, 2011. However, Jack left us with words of hope, love and optimism.

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Taxes benefit us all

The federal Conservative Government's criticisms of taxes are intended to make Canadians believe that taxes are evil and unnecessary and that we as citizens are better off paying lower taxes. However, these criticisms are completely false – taxes benefit all Canadians and are the foundation of a just and caring society.

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