Vintage Canadian Labour Union Protest Pinback Collection

A Powerful Snapshot of Canadian Labour History

This vintage Canadian labour union pinback collection captures the spirit of protest, solidarity, and collective action from a defining era in labour history. Featuring bold typography, striking colours, and unmistakable union messaging, each pin reflects the urgency and determination of workers standing up for their rights. Crafted as authentic protest ephemera, these pinbacks were meant to be worn, seen, and remembered. They remain meaningful artifacts of social movements that shaped workplace protections and public policy. Each piece tells its own story while contributing to a larger historical narrative.

Why You’ll Love This Vintage Labour Union Pinback?

• Authentic Protest Design – Original slogans and graphics tied to real labour movements and campaigns.

• Historical Significance – Connected to Canadian union actions and solidarity movements, including the 1983 BC Solidarity era.

• Collectible Appeal – Sought-after items for labour history collectors, activists, and vintage ephemera enthusiasts.

• Versatile Display – Ideal for jackets, bags, pin boards, shadow boxes, or framed collections.

• Meaningful Gift – A thoughtful and powerful gift for union members, historians, or social justice advocates.

Dimensions

• Size: Approx. standard pinback size (varies slightly by design)

Weight

Lightweight metal construction

These pins originate from Canadian labour and protest movements, including messages such as “Operation Solidarity.