Publications

United Way Backpack Packing Party!

The 2025-26 school year is almost upon us, and that means it’s time to fill some backpacks with the United Way! We are looking for 15 volunteers to help us with the NRLC’s day to fill backpacks. It would be great to have a variety of locals come out and support the kids who need our help. 1200 backpacks await…

Your vote plan

In the last Ontario election, 4.7 million people voted–but more than 6 million people sat out and missed a chance to help decide the future of our province. Get your voice heard in the 2025 Ontario election and vote for the Ontario you need. The Ontario Federation of Labour (OFL) has made it simple for you to build a vote…

Labour’s Right Turn? Right-Wing Populism and the Working Class

Right-wing populism is on the rise around the world. In Canada and the U.S., right-wing populist politicians have made direct appeals to workers, including union members and organized labour. This has even yielded some high-profile union endorsements, particularly in the building trades. Donald Trump is the most famous example, but Pierre Poilievre and the Conservative Party have adapted right-wing populism…

Fort Erie Community Food Assistance calendar for July

Hearing Voices: Chatter from the Willow zine

Paid contributor opportunity showcasing Two Spirit, Indigi-queer, and Indigenous LGBTQQIA+ voices! For the 7th volume of our annual Hearing Voices: Chatter from the Willow zine, the team at Willow Arts Community is excited to be partnering with the Niagara Regional Native Centre (NRNC) and will specifically showcasing Two Spirit, Indigi-queer, and Indigenous LGBTQQIA+ contributors! Click here for more information: https://thewillowcommunity.com/whatwedo/hearingvoiceszine/#:~:text=Hearing%20Voices%3A%20Chatter%20from%20the,illness%2Fsubstance%20use%20in%20Niagara. Key Dates July 4 | 2 – 5…

Enough Is Enough: What’s Next?

Last Saturday, June 3, thousands of Ontarians, in every region of the province, mobilized to say: Enough is enough! It was an incredible demonstration of our strength and solidarity. It was also only the beginning. Here’s one easy step you can take to help us build on the June 3 momentum: invite 5 friends to sign the campaign pledge at WeSayEnough.ca. By…

Enough is Enough – June 3rd Rally in Toronto

Period Promise

Help support the Period Promise campaign.”The Period Promise campaign works on eradicating period poverty. Thousands don’t have the financial means for safe period products and have to choose between basic necessities. Inaccessible menstrual products translate to isolation, mental duress, sick days and missed opportunities.”Click here for more information, including a schedule for drop-offs – https://periodpromiseniagara.com/

Strategic Planning Survey

After the May 17th delegates meeting, we will be conducting a strategic planning session to be able to plan for the coming year. To be able to do this, we need your local’s input!  Please fill out the following survey. We are asking that you choose three priorities for the labour council to focus on in the upcoming year. At…

All Out! Join the ONA Rally!

On Thursday, February 23rd, join the rally! From noon to 2 pm at the corner of Fourth Avenue and Martindale in St. Catharines.