Canada's central labour union says workers will not handle military cargo going to Israel
Canada's central labour union says workers will not handle military cargo going to Israel Submitted by MEE staff on Fri, 10/30/2026 - 19:17 The Canadian Labour Congress says it voted for 'solidarity with Palestinian workers and their families' Shipping containers are seen in the Port of Montreal in Montreal, Quebec, on 23 August 2026 (Andrej Ivanov/AFP) Off After a landmark vote on Thursday,…
Canada's central labour union has voted to refuse handling any military cargo destined for Israel. The decision, made by the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC), reflects solidarity with Palestinian workers and their families, and aligns with the broader goal of ending all support for Israel's actions in Gaza and the occupied West Bank.
The union's stance is rooted in a firm belief that Canada must uphold international law, protect civilian lives, and support a just and lasting peace for both Palestinians and Israelis. The CLC cites over 390 shipments from 21 Canadian manufacturers, containing weapons, ammunition, and dual-use items, as evidence of Canada's complicity in Israel's military activities.
The union's decision comes after a landmark vote on Thursday, with Labour for Palestine, an advocacy group, hailing the move as a crucial step towards preventing Canadian weapons from contributing to genocide.
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