Bermuda, Canada Leaders Mark Labour Day Highlighting Worker Protections

Labour Day 2025 was marked by messages from leaders in Bermuda, Canada, and British Columbia celebrating the vital contributions of workers and the historic struggles that secured labor rights. In Bermuda, Premier David Burt emphasized the ongoing commitment of the Progressive Labour Party to fairness, including recent wage increases, pension adjustments, tax cuts, and the implementation of the island’s first minimum wage. Opposition Leader in Bermuda also highlighted the importance of unity and respect for the labor movement’s legacy, referencing key historical figures and the theme 'Labour is the Link.' In Canada, federal and provincial leaders underscored recent legislative achievements such as banning replacement workers during strikes, extending protections to gig economy workers, paid sick leave, pay transparency, and minimum wage hikes. These governments emphasized partnership with unions to ensure workplace fairness, safety, and skill development amid economic changes. Across all messages, Labour Day was recognized as a tribute to the resilience and dignity of workers who continue to drive social and economic progress.