International Workers’ Day began with workers demanding fair hours, safer workplaces, and dignity. Those efforts led to real change. Many of the standards people rely on today exist because workers organized and pushed for them.

That progress matters. But it is not permanent.

Work continues to evolve, and so do the challenges that come with it. For some, understanding their rights or knowing where to turn is not always clear. Often, situations begin with uncertainty.

This is where the labour movement continues its work.

Today, it is not only about addressing issues, but also about preventing them. It is about helping workers understand their rights early, improving access to information, and supporting fair and respectful workplaces.

In the Yukon, this focus on prevention is essential. When workers have clear information and guidance, they are better prepared, and workplaces are stronger as a result.

May Day reminds us of what has been achieved, and of the responsibility to continue that work.

The work continues.

In Solidarity

Ever Ledoux

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Ledoux’s vision for the Federation is rooted in fairness, equality, democracy, and respect for every worker. His platform emphasized stronger employment standards, reforms to the Yukon Public Service Act, improved protections under the Workers’ Compensation Act, and greater support for immigrant and ethnically diverse workers.

“The Yukon runs on workers. Our Federation must reflect that strength by building a fairer, more united movement. I am honoured to serve as President and to continue the fight for transparency, accountability, and respect for every worker in this territory,” said Ledoux.

Newly Elected Board Members and Trustees

Alongside President Ledoux, the Yukon Federation of Labour is pleased to announce the elected officers and Trustees who will guide the Federation in the coming term:

• 1^st Vice President: Winnie Hoe, member of Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC)
• 2^nd Vice President: Mac Clohan, member of Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW)
• Treasurer: Daniel Bader, member of Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC)
• Trustees: Sherry Masters, Erik Miller, Beverly Gunn (members of PSAC and USW)
• Youth Representative on Council: Tiara Topps, member of PSAC

This leadership team reflects the diversity and strength of Yukon’s labour movement, committed to advancing protections, amplifying worker voices, and ensuring democratic participation across the territory.  The position of Secretary is still vacant and open for nominations from affiliate locals.  

About the Yukon Federation of Labour

The Yukon Federation of Labour represents thousands of workers across the territory, advocating for fairness, equality, and safe workplaces. As the voice of Yukon’s labour movement, the Federation works to strengthen democratic participation, protect worker rights, and build solidarity across communities.

For more information, please contact:

Everett Ledoux

President, Yukon Federation of Labour

yfl@yukonfed.com

867-456-8250

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Roast Marshmallow over an open fire! Make Smores for you and someone you love! Bring Your Letter for Santa! All letters get a candy cane from the generous elves who deliver the letters to the big guy. Everyone is welcome to show your support and encourage the Postal Workers at the end of the 3rd week on Strike.

There will be a Rally at 4:30 pm, with speeches from allies, supporters, and CUPW workers. The media is invited to this event. Park at Takhini Arena and use the crosswalk to join the postal workers. 

Friday, December 6th, marks the start of week 4 for these workers on strike.  “It’s important to remember that instead of bargaining fairly, Canada Post Corporation forced postal workers off the job and into a strike when Canada Post Corporation announced that as of 8:00 am on Friday, November 15, Canada Post will not be following the existing collective agreement.” Says Teresa Acheson, President of the Yukon Federation of Labour. 

Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) Local 852 President Mac Clohan says, “Imagine if you were told that full-time stable employment was being replaced with fluctuating shifts doing as little as 8 hours a week with no benefits.  We are fighting for good, stable jobs that will allow workers to live good middle-class lives, serve our community and retire with dignity.  Changes at Canada Post must not come at the expense of workers, nor the communities we serve.”

Picket lines represent more than a workplace dispute—they are a stand against injustice that benefits all workers. Many of the rights enjoyed today, such as fair wages and safe workplaces, were won through past struggles where solidarity on picket lines was crucial. By honouring picket lines and work stoppages, we prevent employers from bypassing the strike’s impact, increasing pressure to negotiate fairly and strengthening the strike’s effectiveness.

Supporting picket lines and rejecting struck work protect both the immediate interests of striking workers and the broader rights of all workers. These actions ensure that sacrifices made during a strike lead to meaningful change, reinforcing the collective power and shared values of the labour movement.

The labour movement has long fought for anti-scab legislation, recognizing its crucial role in protecting workers and their right to strike. The passing of Bill C-58 earlier this year is not just a legislative win but a monumental victory for workers across the country.

Starting June 20, 2025, federally regulated employers, including Canada Post, will be restricted from using replacement workers during strikes or lock-outs. 

Those who violate the new law will face fines of up to $100,000 a day.

When you honour a picket line, you are taking a stand for the collective good, to not allow an employer or corporation to take advantage of their many workers – in this case 55,000 Postal workers across Canada fighting for a contract. 

We encourage the public to TAKE ACTION:

1. Join CUPW postal workers in Whitehorse on Friday, Dec 6, 4-6 pm for a Solidarity Picket, marshmallow roast, smores, and walk the picket line to show support. 
2. Tell Canada Post CEO Doug Ettinger that you support CUPW.  Go to CUPW.ca and sign the petition to let Canada Post know any changes at Canada Post must not come at the expense of workers, nor the communities which it serves.
3. Show your support by printing or posting your favourite image or poster – Support Postal Workers!  Support CUPW.  Love Posties.  And other messages.
4. Learn about their Delivering Community Power campaign.  Postal workers have a plan to deliver vital services to every corner of the country. Elder check-ins, low-fee postal banking, high-speed internet, and EV Charging stations.  Sign a petition to strengthen the call for any of these services you want for your neighbourhood.

In a country that spans a continent, the one thing every community deserves wherever you go is a Canada Post office and postal services that serve all of us, no matter where we live.

So now is the time to pull out all the stops to tell Canada Post to MAKE A DEAL.  Postal Workers deserve a contract. The public can help pressure the employer so postal workers can get back to doing what they love most, delivering your mail and parcels.

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Under the Canada Summer Student Job Grants, the Yukon Federation of Labour has an administrative position for a student this summer for 16 weeks between May – September. Details can be found in the Job Description with application details below.

To be eligible, youth must:

• be between 15 and 30 years of age at the beginning of the employment period,
• be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment, and 
• have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada under relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations,
• not be an immediate family member of the employer, officer or director of the Yukon Federation of Labour,
• be employed in only one CSJ-funded job per project. 

Apply by email to yfl@yukonfed.com with a Resume and Cover letter.

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Under the Canada Summer Student Job Grants, the Yukon Federation of Labour has an administrative position for a student this summer for 12 weeks between June – September. Details can be found in the Government Student Job Bank with application details below.

To be eligible, youth must:

• be between 15 and 30 years of age at the beginning of the employment period,
• be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment, and 
• have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations,
• not be an immediate family member of the employer, officer or director of the Yukon Federation of Labour,
• be employed in only one CSJ-funded job per project. 

Apply be email to yfl@yukonfed.com with Resume and Cover letter.

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