The Vassy Kapelos Show Union groups want Labour Code amended following Air Canada strike
Aug 20, 2025
01:18:10
After CUPE defied a back-to-work order under Section 107 of the Canada Labour Code, organized labour groups are calling for that section to be scrapped entirely. Vassy Kapelos speaks with Bea Bruske, the President of the Canada Labour Congress.
On today's show:
- Air Canada has resumed flying! But how long until they return to full strength? We gather the latest developments from CTV's Scott Hurst.
- CUPW chief negotiator Jim Gallant drops by with an update on Canada Post workers, as they return to the bargaining table with the postal service.
- Why are the Toronto Blue Jays so good these days? We tackle that in today's Explainer segment with TSN contributor Domenic Padula.
- The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Sharan Kaur, Jeff Rutledge, and Abigail Bimman.
- Retired General Tom Lawson, who once served as the Canadian Armed Forces' Chief of Defense Staff, examines Canada's role in security guarantees for Ukraine.