Networking reception gave activists from across the country the opportunity to network on important equality and human rights issues

Hosted by TV and film star Mary Walsh, Poor No More offers an engaging look at Canadians stuck in low paying jobs with no security and no future.

The 340,000-member National Union of Public and General Employees is one of Canada's largest unions.

'People across the country and around the globe are looking to trade unions and other civil society groups to promote an alternative economic program.' - James Clancy.

'The motive behind this  attack is an attempt by the Harper government to impose a social-conservative agenda on public policy priorities without any public discussion or accountability.'

Delegates at national union convention say no government fiscal decisions should widen income inequality or diminish access to public services.

'A key goal of our union in the coming years will be to reach out and engage our members in this campaign.' - James Clancy.

Legislation will remove a longstanding RCMP Act prohibition against unionization after being declared unconstitutional in a 2009 court ruling.

Political and business leaders gathering in Toronto must hear a loud and clear message from the streets, 'Put people First.' - Warren (Smokey) Thomas.

Negotiations affect 17,000 professionals working in B.C. hospitals and communities.

'We value the partnerships we have formed over the years with Aboriginal workers and Aboriginal communities. - James Clancy, NUPGE president.

'Without an effective civil administration, democracy and prosperity are virtually unattainable.' - Guido Bertucci.

Change in occupational health and safety regulations takes effect on July 1.

'There are serious gaps in the screening of adults who care for at risk children.' - Darryl Walker.

NSGEU bargaining committee member Mike Thompson says he is positive but wary, about the development. - Updated