The Canadian federal government has partially met labor groups' demands by extending pandemic income benefits, including the Canada Recovery Benefit (CRB) and the Canada Recovery Caregiving Benefit (CRCB), by 12 weeks. Employment Insurance (EI) benefits weeks have also been increased from 26 to 50 for certain claims. Despite these extensions, labor advocates argue that they are insufficient and call for permanent, structural changes to the social safety net. They criticize the government for not addressing issues such as lowering EI eligibility requirements and extending full benefits to all low-wage and precarious workers. The article highlights the struggles of workers affected by the pandemic and the need for a more universal and accessible benefits system.

The Ontario Federation of Labour (OFL) calls for an immediate ceasefire in the Israel-Palestine conflict, the end of the Gaza blockade, and the restoration of humanitarian aid. The OFL condemns violence from both Hamas and Israel, emphasizing the need for a just and lasting peace. The statement aligns with the International Trade Union Confederation's stance and urges the Canadian Labour Congress and other allies to support these demands. The text also highlights the rising anti-Arab, anti-Palestinian, Islamophobic, and antisemitic sentiments in Canada, condemning these acts and advocating for inclusive spaces within the labour movement.

Pierre Poilievre, leader of the Canadian Conservative Party, has a 20-year record of voting against environmental and climate measures nearly 400 times, according to DeSmog's analysis of House of Commons records. His votes have opposed bills aimed at holding mining companies accountable, achieving climate targets, and aligning with the UN Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples. Poilievre has supported legislation that weakens environmental safeguards and promotes oil and gas expansion. Critics, including the Canadian Labour Congress and Green Party leader Elizabeth May, express concern over his environmental stance, while Poilievre advocates for 'technology, not taxes' in climate policy. Despite occasional votes for environmental protection, his record is largely seen as favoring polluting industries.