Michael LaxerFeb 152 minOntario unions launch legal challenges to Ford government and Uber attacksUnions in Ontario are fighting back against attacks on two fronts this week with legal challenges against the Ford government and the rid...
Michael LaxerJan 154 minDemands for paid sick days in Ontario growAs the pandemic surges in the province the desperate need for paid sick days in Ontario is increasingly obvious. The Ford government con...
Michael LaxerJan 134 minThe Ontario lockdown was a tragedy, the stay-at-home order is a farceWith many loopholes, big box stores still fully operating, few new workplace closures and no paid sick leave, the "stay-at-home" order se...
Michael LaxerDec 1, 20202 minWho will pay for Ontario's food delivery app fee cap?CUPW says that while the Supporting Local Restaurants Act "may help small businesses, it provides little protection to couriers making th...
Michael LaxerNov 21, 20203 minCall what the Ford government did whatever you want, but it is not a lockdownThe Ford government is closing down the retail outlets and workplaces that are the least responsible for the second wave. It is a big bus...
Michael LaxerNov 19, 20205 minClass and the pandemic in OntarioThe government and bosses are trying to shift the blame for the devastating pandemic surge in the province from factors like overcrowded ...
Michael LaxerNov 11, 20205 minPandemic approach in Ontario prioritizes business over peopleHeadlines like "Ford eases COVID-19 restrictions as Ontario case count hits new high" reflect the dangerous priorities and bizarre air of...