Blog
Public sector austerity: Why is Canada leading the way?
Andrew Jackson | The major economic problem faced by Canadians is a very slow recovery and weak job market, not government deficits or rising debt. But public spending cuts will make the real problem even worse.
Podcast
A Strong Public Service for Tough Economic Times: Jack Layton at the CUPE National Convention
CUPE | In his speech on October 9th, the NDP Leader praised the work of public sector employees and stressed the importance of public services to our economic security.
Columnists
Rich cause the crisis, workers get the blame
Linda McQuaig | As the Wall Street-generated economic storm has squeezed public finances, Toronto's striking city workers find themselves in the crosshairs.
News
Sick leave and city workers: Public sector unions under attack
Murray Dobbin | The city workers on strike in Toronto are taking a beating in the mainstream media over the sick leave provisions in their contract.
Columnists
Swallow self-respect? Er, no thanks
Rick Salutin | There's an excuse-me quality to the Toronto civic employees' strike. Union leader Ann Dembinski didn't request support, just "for the public to be understanding."