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Vancouver trade union rally planned for June 23

All trade unionists and supporters invited to turn out on eve of G-20 meetings in Toronto.

Vancouver (14 June 2010) - Trade unionists from all over the world are gathering in Vancouver to attend the congress of the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC).

The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) and the ITUC are inviting all trade unionists and supporters to a rally on World Public Services Day and on the eve of G-20 meetings in Toronto. The theme of the rally will be: Now the people - from the crisis to global justice.

  • Date: Wednesday, 23 June
  • Time: 12:30 p.m.
  • Place: Vancouver Convention Centre, West Building Terrace 1055 Canada Place


Speeches and short solidarity messages from a wide range of participants.

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