Miramichi Lumber Strike
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Cx Number:  CX10100

The Miramichi Lumber Strike began 20 August 1937 when 1500 millworkers and longshoremen along the Miramichi River in northern New Brunswick struck 14 lumber firms for increased wages, shorter working hours and union recognition.

Subject Headings

• Events 1900-1949
• Strikes
• Strikes: Canadian
• Workers' History