MEDIA ADVISORY: Unifor Labour Day Media Availability

What

Unifor national president Lana Payne and Unifor Ontario regional director Naureen Rizvi will provide comment on Labour Day and the role of unions in the economy and society.

When

Monday, September 4 at 10:30 a.m. ET.

Where

Unifor head office, 100 Lesmill Road, Toronto, ON.

Details

* Photos and video footage will be available. * Speakers will answer pre-submitted questions from media. * Proof of COVID-19 vaccination or negative test required.

Background

This year's Labour Day comes at a time when working people are facing multiple challenges, including rising inflation, precarious work and the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Unions continue to play a vital role in advocating for workers' rights and improving their lives.

Quotes

"Labour Day is a time to celebrate the contributions of working people and the labour movement to our country and our economy," said Payne. "This year, we are also reflecting on the challenges that workers are facing and the need for unions to continue to fight for their rights." "Unions are essential to ensuring that working people have a voice and that their rights are respected," said Rizvi. "On Labour Day, we recommit to building a more just and equitable society for all."

Media Contacts

Sarah McCue, Unifor National Communications Representative 416-458-3307 (cell) sarah.mccue@unifor.org Livia Belcea, Unifor Ontario Communications Representative 437-956-5882 (cell) livia.belcea@unifor.org