Meeting #1

Notes for meeting: February 6, 2014

Point # 1: Is it worth fighting with government on this issue?

• Many workers are serious about wanting to stay legally
• Many employers and unions are serious about getting out of the illegal worker tradition

Point # 2: Chances of success

Although there are never guarantees of success, the following is clear:

• The cost of doing nothing is very high
• Straight forward political action usually produces some positive results 
• We are not alone. We are blessed with a good team.

Point #3: Who can pressure?

• Media support
• Community organization support
• Business and union support
• Individual Canadian family support

Point #4: Going Forward: What can be done by employers?

• Support worker and community meetings (invite politicians)
• Ask media , unions  and local community organizations for support
• Ask workers and families to email politicians
• Telephone and meet politicians
• Continue to file LMO applications... government cannot think that it can crush the employers despite the advertising rules.