How should the Left respond to Trump’s threats against Canada?
by David Camfield
Tempest member David Camfield lays out the proper Left response to Trump’s bullying.
Being on strike when your employer is a union
An interview with York University faculty union workers
by Chris Little and Jeffery R. WebberStaff at the York University Faculty Association have been on strike since October 27, 2025. Chris Little and Jeffery R. Webber sat down with CUPE 1281 members, Nicole Leach and Manuel Marqués, to discuss the reasons behind the strike and the development of the dispute to date.
More pay, but less union democracy
A complicated strike victory at Air Canada
by David CamfieldStriking flight attendants at Air Canada have won real gains in pay, but union officials bargained away the workers’ right to reject the deal and fight for more. As the ratification vote goes on, David Camfield explains.
Lessons from the Quebec Amazon union campaign
Organizing inside and outside the union
by Mostafa HenawayAmazon’s shutdown of its entire operation in Montreal is a historic moment for capital’s assault on workers and their ability to organize for dignity. The shocking and abrupt move needs to be seen within a broader context, writes Mostafa Henaway.
Québec public sector workers mobilized for better wages and working conditions
by Benoit Renaud
Union activist Benoit Renaud reports and reflects on the recent victory of Québec public workers.
Public sector strike on the horizon in Québec
by Benoit Renaud
Benoit Renaud looks at some of the dynamics and challenges surrounding a likely public sector strike in Québec.
Meet the new boss—same as the old boss
Assessing Canada’s election
by Tara Olivetree EhrckeTara Olivetree Ehrcke analyzes Canada’s recent snap election and why so little was on offer for the Left and social movements.