News & Updates - Asian Canadian Labour Alliance

Jasbir Sandhu introduces motion, launches national petition campaign

New Democrat MP Jasbir Sandhu (Surrey North) put forward a motion demanding that Prime Minister Stephen Harper officially apologize in the House of Commons to the South Asian community for the 1914 Komagata Maru incident, in which passengers were prevented from landing in Canada. He is also launching a nation-wide petition campaign to collect signatures from Canadians supporting the apology.

“The tragedy of the Komagata Maru marks a dark chapter in Canadian history,” said Sandhu. “The Conservatives must provide closure on the trauma this has caused in the South Asian community.

The 2012 Bromley Armstrong Award for Human Rights receipient – Congratulations to Brother Jojo Geronimo

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For over 30 years, Brother Jojo has been a committed community and labour activist across North America and the Philippines champion numerous causes from anti-imperialism struggles to fighting against racism, an important ally to the immigrant and migrant workers struggles and countless other struggles. Within this City Jojo has a long history of activism and … Read more

April 21, 2012 – Ontario Day of Action Against Cuts

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On Saturday, April 21, members and friends of 12 Unions and 86 Community Organizations gathered on the lawn in front of the Queen’s Park Ontario Provinical Legislature Building to protest the Austerity Cuts proposed by the Ontario goverment. According to OFL figures 15,000 attended the Day of Action. The speeches were followed by a march … Read more

The Caregivers’ Action Centre gathering

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Where: 720 Spadina Avenue, Suite 223, Toronto (Spadina & Bloor) When: December 10, 10:00 A.M. – 3:00 P.M. The Caregivers’ Action Centre is happy to invite you all to join us and celebrate with us. We have entertainers that will put smiles on our faces. For those who have love for music… we do … Read more

Government ends Ming Pao strike, orders arbitration

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December 2, 2011, TORONTO – The Ontario Labour Relations Board has ordered an end to the 11-week strike at the Chinese Canadian newspaper Ming Pao Daily. The union contract will be decided within weeks by an arbitrator. The Labour Board issued a scorching 14-page decision, placing the blame for the impasse at the feet of … Read more

People’s Court Finds Harper Guilty!

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Oct 20th – ACLA, CBTU and LATUC held a popular trial to charge Stephen Harper and his corporate and political partners for crimes against the people. Special witnesses came forward to provide testimonies and evidence towards the charges. The people watched as one witness after the other talked about the systematic violation of our economic, … Read more

ACLA participates in Dragon Boat race and raises $1700 for United Way

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On August 20th, ACLA members, friends and supporters gathered together to participate in the United Way York Region Dragon Boat Race. Team ACLA, comprised of 20 paddlers, were eager to show their spirits and commitment to change on the water. Although the races were tough, the presence of Team ACLA supporters cheering from the sidelines … Read more

Commemorating Chinese Railroad Workers: Linking the Past to the Present

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As we commemorate the Chinese railroad workers, what have we learnt from the past? The images of Chinese workers toiling under deplorable working conditions are a stark reminder of Canada’s hidden and racist past. Over 17,000 workers came to toil on Canada’s Railway. Approximately 4,000 of these men did not return home. Chinese … Read more

Rally for Everyone April 9, 2011

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The 10,000 person rally on April 9th showed that the people of Toronto are calling on City Hall and Mayor Rob Ford to show respect for all – not just a select few.

The next event to watch for is on Thursday, April 26th, when the City’s Public Works and Infrastructure Committee will decide on the Mayor’s proposal to privatize all recycling and garbage collection west of Yonge Street. The majority of the committee are expected to go along with his plan, even though the numbers don’t make sense. The cost of collection in Toronto averages $79 per ton, lower than the Ontario average of $103 and far less than private collection in other GTA municipalities.

Myth of the Ethnic Vote

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Does the ‘ethnic vote’ exist? If it does, will it have any political clout in the 2 March elections? Nick Economou examines the complexities of the ethnic lobby and its potential. Read the article http://www.multiculturalaustralia.edu.au/doc/economou_1.pdf