Canada Strikes

Paramedics across Québec, represented by CSN-affiliated unions, the Fédération du préhospitalier du Québec (FPHQ), and CUPE 7300 (FTQ), remain on strike while maintaining essential emergency services. Actions began in 2025 and continue into mid‑February 2026 amid stalled bargaining over wages, pensions and working conditions; unions held fresh mobilizations in early February.

Thirty‑two administrative agents at Montréal Gateway Terminals (Cast and Racine) represented by CUPE 4317 remain on an indefinite strike that began in September 2025 over subcontracting and wages. Port advisories note most operations continue with mitigation measures.

Faculty, librarians, and counsellors represented by the Laurentian University Faculty Association (LUFA) have been on strike since January 19, 2026. As of February 9, 2026, the work stoppage is ongoing pending a member vote on a proposed deal; classes and academic activities remain suspended.

Faculty, librarians, and counsellors at Laurentian University, represented by the Laurentian University Faculty Association (LUFA), remain on strike with classes suspended. After two days of mediation, members are set to vote on a proposed agreement this weekend; picketing continues until ratification.

SCFP 301 (Montreal blue‑collar workers) filed a notice for a 24‑hour strike from Feb 4 at 06:00 to Feb 5 at 05:59 to protest the city’s financial framework they say erodes purchasing power.

Faculty, academic librarians, and counsellors represented by the Laurentian University Faculty Association (LUFA) began a strike at 12:01 a.m. on January 19, 2026, after mediated talks reached an impasse. Laurentian University has suspended classes and academic activities led by faculty; as of February 5, the work stoppage continues with picket lines on campus.

Faculty, academic librarians, and counsellors represented by the Laurentian University Faculty Association (LUFA) have been on strike since January 19, 2026. The university says classes and other instructor‑led activities are suspended during the work stoppage, which remains in effect into early February with no settlement announced.

Faculty, academic librarians, and counsellors at Laurentian University (LUFA) have been on strike since January 19, 2026; the work stoppage remains in effect as of February 2, suspending classes and academic activities.

Community organizations in the defence of collective rights network will strike on February 2 in the Québec City/Chaudière‑Appalaches and Bas‑Saint‑Laurent regions, launching a rotating strike week (February 2–6) demanding increased funding.

Faculty, academic librarians, and counsellors represented by the Laurentian University Faculty Association (LUFA) began a strike on January 19, 2026; classes were suspended and the work stoppage remained in effect through late January with no settlement announced.

Faculty, librarians and counsellors (LUFA) began an indefinite strike on 2026-01-19, suspending classes at Laurentian University; talks had reached impasse.

About 150 workers at Kruger’s LaSalle (Montréal) packaging plant launched an indefinite strike on 2026-01-12 over wages; prior short stoppages occurred in Nov–Dec 2025.

Around 300 CSN‑affiliated workers at Le Massif de Charlevoix have been on an unlimited strike since 2026-01-02. After a brief partial reopening Jan. 6–19, the resort announced on 2026-01-19 it is ending the ski season.

Staff of the York University Faculty Association, represented by CUPE 1281, have been on strike since 2025-10-27; as of mid‑January 2026 the strike remains active with mediation efforts ongoing.

The Canadian Airline Dispatchers Association says 100% of Porter flight dispatchers voted to strike; after conciliation and a cooling-off period, they will be in a legal strike position starting 2026-01-20 at 00:01 ET if no tentative deal is reached.

After a no-board report in late December, the Laurentian University Faculty Association has notified the university that members will begin a strike on 2026-01-19 if no agreement is reached; key issues include pensions.

Roughly 300 resort employees at Le Massif de Charlevoix commenced an unlimited general strike following a 95% strike vote; operations were suspended starting Jan 2, 2026 and remain impacted.

Approximately 60 support staff employed by the Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario began a legal strike on Jan 12, 2026 over wages and paid leave; picketing at 136 Isabella St. in Toronto.

About 60 SEIU Local 2 support staff at the Elementary Teachers’ Federation of Ontario’s provincial office began a legal strike on 2026-01-12 over wages and paid leave; ETFO says it is working to minimize disruptions while bargaining continues.

Roughly 300 CSN-represented employees at Le Massif de Charlevoix launched an unlimited general strike starting 2026-01-02. The resort announced a partial, restricted reopening from 2026-01-06 with limited terrain and access for specific guests only.