Fort McMurray’s labour movement vowed the next 12 months of campaigning and protesting for improved wages, secure jobs and better workplace conditions during their annual Labour Day barbecue at Lion’s Park. Article content

The previous 12 months already featured the largest strike in Fort McMurray’s recent history after more than 1,000 educational support workers spent more than four months striking. Between now and next year’s Labour Day weekend is a potentially new strike involving teachers and continued bargaining talks with major public sector unions. Article content

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