International Labour Organization

• Flexible work schedules ‘win win’ for employees and businesses: UN report

  The report by the International Labour Organization says giving workers flexibility in terms of where and when they work can be win-win for both employees and businesses.

  Economy

  Jan 6
  
• Global employment growth to ‘deteriorate significantly’ this quarter: Labour group

  ILO Director-General Gilbert Houngbo called for a series of policies aimed at supporting the most vulnerable people and businesses.

  World

  Oct 31, 2022
  
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• Global unemployment stabilizes after 9-year decline, UN labour agency says

  The report noted the difficulties faced by young people in getting jobs, with 22 per cent of those aged 15-24 not in employment, education or training.

  Economy

  Jan 20, 2020
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• ILO report shows increasing income inequality — Where does Canada stand?

  According to the report, the lowest 20 per cent of income earners receive less than one per cent of the total worldwide income — a statistic that has not moved in the last 13 years.

  World

  Jul 4, 2019
• Canada signs international treaty aimed at reducing child labour

  Canada has added its signature to an international treaty that aims to reduce child labour around the world.

  Canada

  Jun 8, 2016
• Canada moves to ratify international agreement on combating child labour

  The federal government is set to ratify an international agreement on combating child labour, but internal documents suggest Canada has little ability or experience enforcing similar provisions in trade agreements.

  Canada

  Jun 2, 2016
• Canadians unaware how many products made using child labour: World Vision

  From grape tomatoes at the grocery store to the running shoes on your feet, most Canadians don't realize how many of the products they buy involve child labour, says a new report from World Vision.

  Lifestyle

  Mar 16, 2015
• How dangerous is Turkey’s mining industry?

  The mining disaster that killed at least 274 workers in Turkey has underscored the health and safety problems in the country's mining sector. Here's a Q&A that explains some of the biggest problems with mining in Turkey.

  World

  May 14, 2014