Steel Car recalling 600 more workers

HAMILTON SPECTATOR, 8 JAN 2010 - National Steel Car will recall a total of 1,100 workers, ending a temporary shutdown that began last summer, union officials say. ... more

Presentation to Ontario Legislature’s Standing Committee on Justice Policy regarding the “Ontario Labour Mobility Act” (Bill 175)

There are very few, if any, remaining barriers to labour mobility and there is no indication of any such barriers causing labour shortages. Yet the proposed Ontario Labour Mobility Act is a sweeping, omnibus piece of legislation that would cover all provincially regulated occupations and apply financial penalties of up to $5 million. Bill 175 is like trying to kill a fly with a sledgehammer.... more

Steelworkers District 6 Injured Workers Assistance Program

As Steelworkers we strongly believe that one accident, one injury or one person struck by industrial disease is one too many. But while we strive to make our workplaces completely safe we know that we need a safety net for those that fall victim to accidents or industrial disease. Our new Steelworkers District 6 Injured Workers Assistance Program provides that much needed safety net.... more

Casino Rama Workers Reach Out to USW for Support

RELEASE, Dec. 2, 2009 - Concerns over staff-reduction efforts and changes to terms and conditions of employment have prompted Casino Rama employees to reach out to the United Steelworkers (USW) for support in advancing their interests. "Casino Rama employees contacted us about a month ago and we have been working with them to organize, to improve ... more