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Liberals introduce bill to amend Canada Labour Code
- On Monday, The Liberals introduced The Building Canada Strong Act, legislation that amends the Canada Labour Code to streamline project approvals and reduce labour disruptions in the economy.
- The government says the changes to the federal labour framework will keep pace with a rapidly changing economy while protecting workers' rights to strike.
- To boost inspection capacity, The Liberals plan to hire 100 new health and safety officers, with 26 additional workers joining the Canada Industrial Relations Board to clear complaints backlog.
- While The Liberals claim these changes will promote labour stability, union leaders are wary that the new legislation could impede workers' rights.
- Minister of Jobs and Families Patty Hajdu spoke with reporters on Parliament Hill in Ottawa on Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026, before attending caucus to discuss the legislation.
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