Publications

Period Promise Launches This March

This March, the Kingston District Labour Council is proud to support Period Promise, a national initiative addressing period poverty and advancing menstrual equity in our communities. The labour movement’s work in this area began in 2009 with “Tampon Tuesday,” launched by union activist Mandi Fields after she discovered empty shelves in a local food bank’s hygiene cupboard. With support from…

National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women

Honouring the Victims of December 6, 1989 December 6 marks the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women in Canada — a solemn day that traces its origins to the tragic events at Montréal’s École Polytechnique in 1989. On that day, 14 women were murdered in an act of gender-based violence that shocked the country and exposed…

KDLC Statement on International Day of Persons with Disabilities

December 3rd marks the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, a United Nations observance since 1992. This day is dedicated to promoting understanding of disability issues and raising awareness of the importance of fully including persons with disabilities in every aspect of our communities. Here in Kingston and the surrounding region, we recognize the ongoing work of local unions, community…