Hot Cargo and Israel ... Therefore be it resolved that the Canadian Labour Congress declare trade, services and relationships with Israel to be “hot cargo” and to cut ties with the Histadrut; Therefore be it further resolved that the CLC endorse the Arms Embargo Now campaign and work with relevant unions to declare arms shipments to Israel to be “hot cargo,” not to be touched by workers of conscience.
Victoria Labour Council
2750 Quadra Street, Victoria, BC V8T 4E8, Victoria
Organization
Labour & Unions
Website: victorialabour.ca
Also known as: Victoria Labour Council (CLC), VLC
Public statement
In February 2026 the Victoria Labour Council published a resolution it submitted to the Canadian Labour Congress convention, resolving that the CLC "declare trade, services and relationships with Israel to be “hot cargo” and to cut ties with the Histadrut".
Last reviewed October 10, 2026
