Mexico state and UFCW Canada sign migrant worker protection pact
MORELIA, MICHOACÁN, MEXICO, February 24, 2009 - Migrant workers from the Mexico state of Michoacán will have enhanced protections when they arrive in Canada this season, thanks to a new historic agreement.
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– a long-time, bilateral agreement between Canada and sending countries such as Mexico. Historically the SAWP agreement has excluded workers’ input regarding pay rates and housing conditions. SAWP also lacks an independent process, free of the threat of employer reprisals, to mediate workplace grievances.
“SAWP will continue to be an important link for labour between Mexico and Canada,” says Hanley.
“We believe the new Michoacán - UFCW Canada proposal can make it even stronger by allowing the workers, the State they come from, and their advocate in Canada to work together to ensure the program is fair, safe and productive for all concerned.”
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Otorgará Michoacán apoyos a migrantes que trabajan en los campos canadiensesLa Jornada Michoacan25Feb09
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