Unceded Anishinaabe Algonquin Territories [OTTAWA], June 20, 2024:
Earlier this week, Bill C-50, the Canadian Sustainable Jobs Act, passed through the Senate, marking a pivotal moment for Canadian workers and communities from coast to coast. Today, Bill C-50 received Royal Assent, officially setting the Canadian Sustainable Jobs Act into law.
Statement from Caroline Brouillette, Executive Director of Climate Action Network Canada, on this historic milestone:
“With the adoption of the Sustainable Jobs Act, Canada is making meaningful progress in preparing for the global economic transformation already underway. This legislation will ensure proactive planning for what is to come and that Canadian workers and communities have a seat at the decision-making table as our economy grows and diversifies.
Today’s announcement must be followed up with swift and effective implementation – but for now let us celebrate this hard-fought win for labour unions, environmental groups and youth!”
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Canada’s farthest-reaching network of organizations working on climate and energy issues, Climate Action Network – Réseau action climat (CAN-Rac) Canada is a coalition of 150 organizations operating from coast to coast to coast. Our membership brings environmental groups together with trade unions, First Nations, social justice, development, health and youth organizations, faith groups and local, grassroots initiatives.
For more information or to arrange an interview, contact:
Caroline Brouillette, Executive Director
carolinebrouillette@climateactionnetwork.ca