Department of Labour

Happy Father's Day to the heroes among us. Today we celebrate the fathers and father figures whose love, sacrifice, and guidance help build stronger families, workplaces, and communities. Thank you for all you do.

Labour Day Celebrations 2026 – Day 6 – May 1 – Ecumenical Church Service
Labour Day 2026 concluded with an Ecumenical Service at the Bethel Tabernacle, bringing together workers, government officials, employers, union representatives, and members of the public in a spirit of reflection, gratitude, and unity.
The service offered an opportunity to give thanks for the contributions of workers across Saint Lucia and to seek continued guidance and blessings for the nation's workforce.
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Labour Day Celebrations 2026 – Day 5 – April 30 – Panel Discussion | The Future of Work

Day 5 brought youth voices to the forefront with an engaging panel discussion on "The Future of Work" at the Financial Administrative Centre.
Moderated by Tracey George, the event brought together secondary school students, young professionals, and industry leaders to explore the evolving world of work, emerging opportunities, and the skills needed for success.
Panelists included Terry Elliot of Converge Solutions, Yvonne Edwin, Goretti Paul, and Nikolai Lansiquot
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Labour Day Celebrations 2026 – Day 4 – April 29 – Ratification and Signing of ILO Convention C144
A significant milestone for social dialogue and labour relations was marked on Day 4 of Labour Day Celebrations with the ratification and signing of ILO Convention C144 at the Financial Administrative Centre.
The ceremony featured remarks from Dr. Joni Musabayana and brought together Prime Minister Philip J. Pierre, Labour Minister Emma Hippolyte, Permanent Secretary Shelia Imbert, and members of Saint Lucia’s National Tripartite Advisory Committee, among others.

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Labour Day Celebrations 2026 – Day 3 – April 28 – Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Seminar - Part 3

Day 3 of Labour Day Celebrations focused on workplace health and safety, with an Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Seminar held at Secrets St. Lucia Resort & Spa.
The seminar explored the effects of poor indoor air quality and mold on occupational health, bringing together approximately 60 participants from across various sectors. The event was also livestreamed, allowing the wider public to engage in this important conversation on creating safer and healthier workplaces.

Labour Day Celebrations 2026 – Day 3 – April 28 – Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Seminar -Part 2

Day 3 of Labour Day Celebrations focused on workplace health and safety, with an Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Seminar held at Secrets St. Lucia Resort & Spa.
The seminar explored the effects of poor indoor air quality and mold on occupational health, bringing together approximately 60 participants from across various sectors. The event was also livestreamed, allowing the wider public to engage in this important conversation on creating safer and healthier workplaces.

Labour Day Celebrations 2026 – Day 3 – April 28 – Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Seminar -Part 1

Day 3 of Labour Day Celebrations focused on workplace health and safety, with an Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) Seminar held at Secrets St. Lucia Resort & Spa.
The seminar explored the effects of poor indoor air quality and mold on occupational health, bringing together approximately 60 participants from across various sectors. The event was also livestreamed, allowing the wider public to engage in this important conversation on creating safer and healthier workplaces.

Labour Day Celebrations 2026 – Day 2 – April 27 – Decent Work Meeting

Day 2 of Labour Day Celebrations focused on advancing the conversation around decent work in Saint Lucia. The meeting brought together key labour stakeholders, including Dr. Joni Musabayana, Director of the ILO Decent Work Team and Office for the Caribbean, Permanent Secretary Shelia Imbert, Julian Monrose, Janey Joseph, Nikolai Lansiquot, Goretti Paul and others.
The discussions highlighted the importance of workers' rights, social dialogue, and creating opportunities for decent work for all.

Labour Day Celebrations 2026 – Day 1 – Labour Day Lime – April 26th. 2026

The celebration continued with the Labour Day Lime, a lively gathering dedicated to honouring and celebrating Saint Lucia’s workers. Following the formal programme, attendees enjoyed an afternoon of music, entertainment, and camaraderie featuring performances by Herb Black, Robbie, De Ashanti, Dezral, Nerdy.
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