The Manitoba Federation of Labour is speaking out on the issues that matter to our affiliate unions, and the members and families that belong to those unions.
With your help and input, we are talking formally and informally to key decision-makers across our province. We invite you to download and read the reports and briefs we have published and presented.
Tuesday, October 8, 2013
The 2013 version of the MFL's annual Workplace Safety and Health Report Card focuses on workers compensation in Manitoba.
Tuesday, October 8, 2013
The 2013 version of the MFL's annual Workplace Safety and Health Report Card focuses on workers compensation in Manitoba.
Thursday, September 5, 2013
The MFL presents its position on proposed improvements to the Workplace Safety and Health Act.
Tuesday, September 3, 2013
The MFL presents its position on proposed anti-bullying legislation for Manitoba schools.
Tuesday, January 29, 2013
On January 29, 2013, MFL President Kevin Rebeck made a presentation to Winnipeg City Council about the City's proposed 2013 Operating Budget.
Tuesday, January 22, 2013
The submission makes recommendations to address the problem of WCB claims suppression and overly aggressive return to work practices.
Friday, October 12, 2012
This Manitoba Federation of Labour submission makes 15 recommendations to strengthen the Workplace Safety and Health Act.
Wednesday, October 3, 2012
This submission makes 12 recommendations to improve workplace illness/injury prevention programming in Manitoba.
Friday, July 13, 2012
In the spring/summer of 2012, the Workers Compensation Board of Manitoba undertook a stakeholder consultation regarding Manitoba's Workplace Injury and Illness Prevention infrastructure.
Monday, June 11, 2012
On June 11, 2012, the Manitoba Legislature's Standing Committee on Human Resources received presentations from the public on Bill 34, an act to require accountability and transparency in public-private partnership projects. Dave Sauer made a presentation on behalf of the MFL and Winnipeg Labour Council.
Wednesday, May 30, 2012
The Working Families Manitoba campaign's 2012 report card on workplace health and safety in Manitoba focuses on the provincial government's role in enforcing the rules that keep us safe at work.
Sunday, April 1, 2012
In April 2012, the Province of Manitoba announced its intention to relax restrictions on Sunday shopping. The MFL provided this submission to explain its opposition to expanded Sunday shopping. It focused on the impact of such an expansion on work/life balance for retail workers and their families.
Friday, September 9, 2011
This report from the Working Families Manitoba Campaign examined the issues facing health care in Manitoba and identified priorities for voters heading into the 2011 Manitoba election. It looked at where Manitoba’s health care system had been in recent decades, identified challenges for the future and presented policy priorities that support front-line health care.
Wednesday, June 15, 2011
This 2011 report from the Working Families Manitoba Campaign explains how labour laws and other government policies help families achieve a better work/life balance. It shows how the Employment Standards Code, the Labour Relations Act, the minimum wage, child care, supports for family caregivers, home care and community recreation opportunities all contribute to work/life balance.
Monday, June 13, 2011
MFL President Kevin Rebeck presented a brief to the Manitoba Legislature in support of The Save Lake Winnipeg Act, saying that many members of affiliated unions have principal or vacation residences on or near the lake, work on the lake or enjoy its many recreational opportunities.