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Right to Strike

A bill to stop the government from blocking strikes. The NDP accused the Liberals of repeatedly misusing their power to shut down strikes and undermine workers fighting for fair wages.

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Leah Gazan

NDP
“I'm upset that my political opponents aren't passing my party's bill to repeal a law that limits strikes. This law was used to shut down a strike at Air Canada, and I think it's wrong and discourages fair bargaining. I want my bill to pass so all workers can strike freely without government interference.”
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