Labour Day 2024

Photo Review

Labour Day, September 2 was celebrated across the country with parades, picnics and other events, except in Quebec where workers only celebrate May Day. Every year, it is an occasion for workers to express their pride in being the heart and soul of the socialized economy, and to defend the dignity of labour. Workers who are waging specific struggles take the opportunity to stand together and to have their struggles known so as to break the silence surrounding their working conditions and conditions of life.

This year in many cities workers took the occasion to stand with Palestine and demand the Canadian government stop arming and supporting Israel's genocide. In Sudbury activists with Palestine Solidarity Sudbury were warmly received at the Labour Day festivities where they distributed leaflets promoting the No Nickel For Genocide petition campaign. In Toronto and Ottawa large Palestine solidarity contingents participated in the parades.

Labour Movement -- Past, Present, Future -- Fighting for the Rights of All, was the compelling theme of the 2024 Labour Day March and Celebration held in Prince George. The day began with a march through downtown with marchers chanting Fight for the Rights of All; Workers Unite: Keep up the Fight; We Stand with the Railway Workers; Public Services Yes, Privatization No; Manufacturing Yes, Mill Closures No; Workers and Community: Solidarity Forever; Who decides, We Decide. This was followed by an afternoon of discussion, cultural performances, food and fun.