Brantford & District Labour Council

07/06/2026

With the Labour Day Soap Box Derby approaching on Sept 7, 2026, and you're thinking of building a car but don't know where to start, visit https://www.brantforddistrictlabourcouncil.ca/soap-box-derby.html We have posted some simple plans to start you off so you can race in our Derby. Lots of free swag, food, and no entry fees ever!

Official Website of the Brantford Labour Council

07/04/2026

07/01/2026

Come on down to the kids Canada Day area behind the giant Canada flag and check out our Labour Day Soapbox Display. Take a run down our mini ramp and win some free Derby branded swag. We will be at Lions Park in Brantford until 6 pm.

06/29/2026

Our hearts and solidarity are with Carolyn Proulx-Wooton, her family and friends on the loss of her husband , Our deepest condolences from all your Sisters and Brothers, affiliated unions and every member of the BDLC Executive Board. May the memories of Kevin and the love of family surround you and give you strength in the days ahead.

06/24/2026

We take pride in helping to make sure workplaces are safe and welcoming for all!

We encourage all local unions to initiate LGBTQ+ activism within your Civil and Human Rights committees and to utilize the various resources available on our website. Learn more about Steel Pride and get resources here: https://usw.org/get-involved/civil-rights/steel-pride/

06/22/2026

The Brantford & District Labour Council will have our ramp and 2 past competitor cars on display at Lions Park on Canada Day ( July 1). Kids 5-12 drop by, win some prizes, bring a family member if you want to chat about building or entering a car for this year's Brantford Labour Day Soap Box Derby happening Sept 7, 2026, on Elgin Street Hill. This year's race will be run in remembrance of Bob Sardinski, a lifelong Union Activist and our beloved Finish Line Race Steward to thousands of young racers over the years

06/03/2026

Happening today at Brantford & District Labour Council!

06/02/2026

Brantford & District Labour Council is proud to stand with and honour our Indigenous Sisters and Brothers during the month of June