How did the Depression era of the 1930s affect unions in Canada?

During times of depression, there is often high unemployment. This leads to lower rates of union membership. This was the situation in Canada in the 1930s Depression.

In a few areas, events led to union membership and protest. In Quebec, the Roman Catholic union movement became very active as more secular leaders became involved. The Communist Party formed the Workers Unity League, which was particularly active in the West and Northern Ontario amongst miners. The League was eventually disbanded by the Communist party in 1935.

For the most part, most Canadians were just trying to survive in a very difficult time with little or no social help.

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