British Columbia’s Canfisco workers seek Ottawa’s help to save jobs
As B.C.’s commercial fishing season gets under way, the union representing workers at B.C.’s last fish cannery has made a public plea to the federal government to save their jobs. In a seven-minute video released on Wednesday, members of UFAWU-Unifor, which represents workers in fishing, processing and transport in B.C., describe the Prince Rupert plant’s history, its connection to First Nations culture and communities and the ripple effects of growing concentration in the fish-processing business. “Our government has failed us. They have allowed north coast herring to be exported to China for processing,” Video, Read the rest here 08:04
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