poverty reduction

Speaking out for decent work conditions and fair wages

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CUSJ, represented by past-president Frances Deverell, along with current president Margaret Rao, has signed onto the Faith Leaders Statement calling for a number of improvements to the Ontario government’s Employment Standards Act and Labour Relations Act.  The statement is part of the Fight for $15 and Fairness movement calling for decent work and stronger laws to better protect workers … Read more

The Little Engine that Could: New Climate Pricing System

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New climate pricing system could reduce greenhouse gas emissions…and poverty By: Andy Blair Member, Citizens’ Climate Lobby; CUSJ; and UUCH Climate Action Team By now, everyone knows it: we need to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions drastically if we are to avoid the worst impacts of climate change on our environment, our health, and our economy. But … Read more