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In this conversation, Alex Tyrrell and Maxim Baru discuss the current state of labor organizing in Montreal, emphasizing the importance of unionization for workers across various sectors. They explore the unique cultural and legal advantages of unionizing in Quebec, the challenges faced by new unions, and the role of grassroots initiatives like the General Union Project. The discussion also touches on the environmental implications of unionization, the decline of private sector unions, and the urgent need for stronger worker protections in the face of rising living costs. Ultimately, they highlight the growing momentum for labor organizing and the potential for transformative social change.
LINKS:
To follow Maxim Baru:
https://twitter.com/maxbaru?lang=en
To inquire about unionizing you work place with The General Union
https://www.syndicatgeneral.com/
https://springmag.ca/experiences-organizing-for-the-general-union-in-montreal
Takeaways
"It's about harnessing the power of the people."
"Unions are not just about getting higher wages."
"The culture of solidarity is strong in Quebec."
https://youtu.be/m0loXEg1KTM
⬆️ Laissez vos commentaires et suggestions sur la version vidéo de cet épisode!
www.youtube.com/@LaMentaliteVerte
www.instagram.com/lamentaliteverte
linktr.ee/lamentaliteverte
By Alex TyrrellIn this conversation, Alex Tyrrell and Maxim Baru discuss the current state of labor organizing in Montreal, emphasizing the importance of unionization for workers across various sectors. They explore the unique cultural and legal advantages of unionizing in Quebec, the challenges faced by new unions, and the role of grassroots initiatives like the General Union Project. The discussion also touches on the environmental implications of unionization, the decline of private sector unions, and the urgent need for stronger worker protections in the face of rising living costs. Ultimately, they highlight the growing momentum for labor organizing and the potential for transformative social change.
LINKS:
To follow Maxim Baru:
https://twitter.com/maxbaru?lang=en
To inquire about unionizing you work place with The General Union
https://www.syndicatgeneral.com/
https://springmag.ca/experiences-organizing-for-the-general-union-in-montreal
Takeaways
"It's about harnessing the power of the people."
"Unions are not just about getting higher wages."
"The culture of solidarity is strong in Quebec."
https://youtu.be/m0loXEg1KTM
⬆️ Laissez vos commentaires et suggestions sur la version vidéo de cet épisode!
www.youtube.com/@LaMentaliteVerte
www.instagram.com/lamentaliteverte
linktr.ee/lamentaliteverte