Ottawa & District Labour Council

The Ottawa & District Labour Council (ODLC) has been the voice of working people in the Ottawa area since 1872. The ODLC currently represents 90 union locals with a combined membership of over 50,000 working men and women and is the largest democratic and popular organization in the Ottawa area.

Statement by the Ottawa and District Labour Council on the passing of Jack Layton

Today is indeed a national day of mourning for workers and Canadians of all stripes from coast to coast to coast. Jack’s commitment to workers and the struggles and issues they face was felt often by many in this city, as Jack on numerous occasions, attended rallies and participated in other events in support.

Our deepest condolences are extended to Olivia, Michael, Sarah, Beatrice and the rest of Jack’s family. Equally, we send the same to those close including his many friends and staff.

We have today lost a friend, a champion and above all we have lost a brother.

Sean McKenny
President
Ottawa and District Labour Council

August 25, 2011 - Injured Workers demand answers from McGuinty.

August 2, 2011 - As many as 1,000 died creating heritage site. http://bit.ly/nRXZqg

June 1, 2011 - Shell Canada finally pays immigrant who worked for free.http://bit.ly/jpOAKI

May 25, 2011 - Labour practices under review at Shell Stations after man denied pay for working two months. http://bit.ly/k2XQn2

May 16, 2011 - ... a landed immigrant knocked on doors for a year, finally lands a job only to be denied a pay checque after working for two months. http://bit.ly/kJuoH4

April 8, 2011 - Thousands to flood Toronto streets for massive community rally to demand respect from Toronto city council. http://tinyurl.com/645g87k

March 31st, 2011 - CEP Local 6004 has seen Bell cut the number of clerical jobs from 1400 to 700 in a matter of months. http://bit.ly/g9ISAs

March 24th, 2011 - Work dispute could threaten care-dependent residents. http://tinyurl.com/4v7xnl6

March 23rd, 2011 - CLC President Ken Georgetti responds to Finance Minister's claim. http://tinyurl.com/48qet29