Solidarity across borders: B.C. Premier champions workers’ rights 

Premier David Eby of British Columbia used his video address to the USW convention to stress the long U.S.-Canada friendship and urge delegates to work together to build a brighter future for workers in both countries. 

Eby emphasized the importance of solidarity, noting that worker power led to important milestones like the eight-hour workday and continues to empower workers during the most difficult times.  

He stressed that tariffs hurt working families on both sides of the border, telling delegates, “We didn’t ask for this trade war, but Canada must fight back.” 

Even so, he cited the many shared priorities of U.S. and Canadian workers and called the convention an opportunity to “improve the lives of your members.” 

The premier also proudly shared British Columbia’s progress in workers’ rights, including the hike in the minimum wage and increased support for unions.