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Demand #3 Safety over Profits
There are many truths that have been laid bare through the COVID-19 crisis. We have learned that many people can do their work from home. We have learned that jobs, which countless people have belittled and dismissed in the past are, in fact, essential to the functioning of our lives. Perhaps most significant, we have
Read MoreCOVID-19 Cannot be Fought Without Paid Leave
On May 26th, the Prime Minister voiced his support for 10 days of paid sick leave for all workers. While this is clearly a step in the right direction, at the moment it is nothing more than lip service, as no details were given and the announcement was overshadowed by political parties vying for credit.
Read MoreSupplemental Wage Program: A Government admission they would pay us all less if it wasn’t for this darned pandemic?
The Government of Saskatchewan, in partnership with the Government of Canada, introduced a temporary wage supplement of $400 for each four-week period, up to 16 weeks, for the period from March 15, 2020 to July 4, 2020. To be eligible, a worker must earn a wage less than $24.00 per hour at an eligible essential
Read MoreValue Of The Risk Taken By Frontline Workers
In this global pandemic it is now apparent that society functions on the backs of essential workers that have held the frontline while we fight COVID-19. Giving these essential workers a livable wage is not only the right thing to do economically but also the moral thing. The Fight for 15 campaign is built upon
Read MoreMedia Release: Workers in Regina and Saskatoon demand a $15 minimum wage
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 1, 2019 Workers in Regina and Saskatoon are holding a street party and protest to demand a $15 minimum wage. On Monday, April 1, the Fight for $15 Saskatchewan is holding “DEAD LAST,” a street party/protest to ‘celebrate’ the fact that Saskatchewan has the worst minimum wage in the country and call
Read MoreDead Last: Street Party and Petition Blitz for a $15 Minimum Wage
On April 1, Saskatchewan will become the province with the lowest minimum wage in the country, at just $11.06 an hour. That’s devastatingly, embarrassingly low – you need to earn at least $16/hour to afford the basics and stay out of poverty in Saskatchewan. So we’re hosting a couple events that ‘celebrate’ the dubious honour.
Read MoreSupport Tim Hortons Workers & the Fight for 15! Canada-wide Day of Action
In support of the Canada-wide Day of Action to Stand With Tim Hortons Workers and the Fight for 15, join Saskatchewan Fight for 15 for petition blitzes in Regina and Saskatoon! Saskatoon: Click here for the Facebook event. WHEN: Friday, January 19 from 8:30am-10:00am WHERE: Midtown Plaza – 201 1 Ave S, Saskatoon (outside front
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Celebrate “The 12 days of Fight for 15!”
There was a choice to make. Stimulate the economy during tough times or austerity. The Sask Party chose austerity. The people of Saskatchewan have done a tremendous job standing up against these cuts and tax hikes, but we need an alternative that not only lifts people out of poverty, but helps boost our local communities.
Read MoreBoth Sask NDP leadership candidates on board for $15 minimum wage!
On October 28, at the Sask NDP convention, Trent Wotherspoon committed to legislating a $15 minimum wage if elected premier during the leadership debate. We now have both NDP leadership candidates committed to a $15 wage in Saskatchewan! We must keep the pressure up, and push them to commit to do so within a timeline
Read MoreOne Leadership Hopeful Promises $15 Minimum Wage
With both the Saskatchewan Party and NDP electing new leaders early next year (January 27 and March 3, respectfully), so far, one candidate, Ryan Meili, has promised a $15 minimum wage. Let’s pressure the other candidates to do the same! Contact our potential next premiers today and ask them to commit to a $15 minimum wage. If they don’t, ask
Read MoreMaterials: Petitions, Volunteer Forms, and Pamphlets!
Click on the links below for useful materials: Fight for 15 Saskatchewan Petition Fight for 15 Saskatchewan Volunteer Form Fight for 15 Saskatchewan Pamphlet
Read MoreFacts about Saskatchewan Inequality
Principles for a decent minimum wage: No worker should live on poverty wages. Minimum wage earners should earn wages that are at least 10% above the poverty line The minimum wage should increase each year to keep pace with rising prices. All workers need a $15 minimum wage now! Poverty in Saskatchewan One in ten
Read MoreWelcome to the Fight for 15 Saskatchewan Website!
This website is all about engaging and connecting with people who want to Fight for a $15 minimum wage in Saskatchewan. You can sign the petition, receive email updates, check out events, find out your rights, see what’s in the news, get your facts, and so much more! Explore away!
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