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At our 2016 USW National Policy Conference, #USW members passed a resolution supporting the Calls to Action of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, and living up to #UNDRIP is fundamental to the commission’s vision of reconciliation. NDP MP Romeo Sa
“The adoption of Bill C-262 will be a powerful affirmation of Canada’s collective desire to do better and engage in genuine reconciliation with First Peoples.” - Ken Neumann
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Last year, we asked Mark’s Work Warehouse, FGL Sports and Canadian Tire if factories in Bangladesh have been made safe, and if worker rights are respected. They didn’t respond. Not to any one of us. This year, on the 5th anniversary of the Rana Plaza bui
The United Steelworkers (USW) – Syndicat des Métallos – is the largest private-sector union in both Canada and North America, with more than 225,000 members in Canada.
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"Be More Than A Bystander” Training Already Making An Impression
It seems that every time you open a newspaper or turn on the six o’clock news these days, you’re surrounded by bad news.
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Introducing Atkinson Foundation Podcast: Just Work It
'Just Work It,' is the Atkinson Foundation’s brand new platform for podcasts and events on decent work for and by those of us who are called “millennials.”
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Workers Were Sold a Lie
NAFTA must defend good jobs, improve living standards and reverse growing inequality.
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Stronger Together
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"Be More Than A Bystander” Training Already Making An Impression
It seems that every time you open a newspaper or turn on the six o’clock news these days, you’re surrounded by bad news.
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Introducing Atkinson Foundation Podcast: Just Work It
'Just Work It,' is the Atkinson Foundation’s brand new platform for podcasts and events on decent work for and by those of us who are called “millennials.”
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Workers Were Sold a Lie
NAFTA must defend good jobs, improve living standards and reverse growing inequality.
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Stepping Up to Stop Harassment
Let’s take this #MeToo #TimesUp moment as an opportunity to revisit and expand our anti-harassment policies.
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Canadian Health Care Workers Find Common Ground
Health care workers in western Canada are all members of amalgamated locals, which brings a unique set of challenges.
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Young Workers Building Solidarity Across Borders and Seas
Workers Uniting – the global union of the United Steelworkers, Unite the Union in the U.K. and Ireland, and Mineros in Mexico – and the Central de Trabajadores Cubanos (CTC, Workers Central Union of Cuba) participated in the third exchange in February.
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Steelworkers Hoping New Owner Comes Forward for Hamilton Specialty Bar
“We know there are parties that still have interest in the mill and that this plant can be successful, if given the chance.” - Mickey Mercanti
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Canada’s Exclusion from U.S. Aluminum, Steel Tariffs Clearly Warranted
“The evidence is clear that Canadian steel and aluminum imports are not part of the problem that the U.S. administration is trying to address." – USW National Director Ken Neumann
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Join the USW in saying NO to violence, harassment against women
Violence seriously impacts women workers' lives around the globe, with sexual harassment its most reported form. It is a violation of women’s human rights and an obstacle to gender equality.
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Liberal Budget Fails to Really “Put People First”
“The budget has no comprehensive, meaningful plan to protect workers and create good jobs with higher wages.” - Ken Neumann
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KL Gold’s Delay Tactics Unnecessary, Undemocratic, Steelworkers Say
USW denounces Kirkland Lake Gold’s attempts to prolong the process to determine if employees will join the union.
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Locked-Out ABI Steelworkers Confront Alcoa CEO in Florida
Locked-out ABI employees from Bécancour, Que., are demonstrating today outside the BMO Global Metals and Mining Conference, where Harvey is addressing investors.
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Stronger Together (French Subtitles)
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Gagner sa vie
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Stronger Together
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Earning A Living (English)
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Children Playing (English)
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Solidarity in Action
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WORST CALL CENTRE STORIES EVER #HANGUPONABUSE
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2016 International Mines Rescue Competition
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Growing The Union
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Responding to Economic Inequality
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Growing The Union
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Stop the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP)
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At our 2016 USW National Policy Conference, #USW members passed a resolution supporting the Calls to Action of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission, and living up to #UNDRIP is fundamental to the commission’s vision of reconciliation. NDP MP Romeo Sa
“The adoption of Bill C-262 will be a powerful affirmation of Canada’s collective desire to do better and engage in genuine reconciliation with First Peoples.” - Ken Neumann
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Last year, we asked Mark’s Work Warehouse, FGL Sports and Canadian Tire if factories in Bangladesh have been made safe, and if worker rights are respected. They didn’t respond. Not to any one of us. This year, on the 5th anniversary of the Rana Plaza bui
The United Steelworkers (USW) – Syndicat des Métallos – is the largest private-sector union in both Canada and North America, with more than 225,000 members in Canada.
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USW District 3's "Be More Than a Bystander" campaign is already making a positive impression in communities. Read about USW Local 5890's Rob Desnomie and Winnipeg Blue Bombers' Matthias Goosen on a recent training they delivered together: usw.to/2m6 #ca
It seems that every time you open a newspaper or turn on the six o’clock news these days, you’re surrounded by bad news.
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"All I want is to go home safely at the end of shift. I want to see my family, when I'm done my shift." Taxi workers in Regina call for greater protections for drivers, which include safety shields in cabs, a violence prevention plan and coverage under t
With a Regina man in critical condition after a stabbing earlier this month, others are speaking up about fears for their safety at a forum for taxi drivers in the city.
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Did you know that we have several scholarships available for children and grandchildren of Steelworkers? This year's scholarship applications are now open. Check out usw.ca/scholarships to find out about the various scholarships available. #USWWorks #ca
The United Steelworkers (USW) – Syndicat des Métallos – is the largest private-sector union in both Canada and North America, with more than 225,000 members in Canada.
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Just how much is Alcoa willing to lose before getting back to the bargaining table? ABI locked out 1,030 members of USW Local 9700 in January and first quarter results recently released shows that the company has lost $150 million to date. Clement Masse,
“Just how much is Alcoa willing to lose before getting back to the bargaining table?” - Local 9700 President Clément Masse
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Our brother, Muhammad Umar, a Taxi Driver in Regina was violently attacked on April 13th. We believe that no worker should go to work to provide for their family only to pay with their health and safety or, tragically, their life. We are inviting all ta
A taxi driver from Regina Cabs is recovering from multiple stab wounds to the throat, chest and stomach after a violent attack on Friday morning, April 13. The driver remains in critical condition
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This year's Steelworker Summer Program is still applications from children and grandchildren of Steelworkers. Interested? Check out usw.ca/steelworkersummer for more info and to apply. The last day to submit applications is May 31st. #USWWorks #canlab..
PAID Internships are open to young adults, 17-25 years of age, who are children or grandchildren of members or retired members of the United Steelworkers and actively enrolled in school.
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Save the date! The 2018 USW District 3 Conference will take place October 29 to November 1 in Kamloops, BC. The conference will include workshops, speakers and lots of discussion on the issues important to Steelworkers across Western Canada. Visit usw.ca/
The 2018 District 3 Conference will take place October 29 to November 1 in Kamloops, British-Columbia
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D6 Steelworkers in Ontario - get involved with our union during the upcoming provincial election. The Steelworkers Vote schools are being held in Toronto, London, Sudbury and Hamilton. For more info and to get the application, go to: usw.ca/swv-schools
Want to get involved in the Ontario election with Steelworkers Vote? Applications for the #USW Ontario Election Schools are now open. Participants will experience a hands-on, week-long Ontario election school in Sudbury, Hamilton, London or Toronto. Learn about provincial election issues
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'Just Work It,' is the Atkinson Foundation's brand new platform for podcasts and events on decent work for and by those of us who are called “millennials.” While the #NextGen have the edge over our parents and grandparents when it comes to communications,
'Just Work It,' is the Atkinson Foundation’s brand new platform for podcasts and events on decent work for and by those of us who are called “millennials.”
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Applications are open again for the 2018 Steelworker Summer Program! This great program of learning and activism is open to the children and grand-children of Steelworkers. Programs take place in USW District 3 and out of the Canadian National Office in c
PAID Internships are open to young adults, 17-25 years of age, who are children or grandchildren of members or retired members of the United Steelworkers and actively enrolled in school.
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Five years ago, the Rana Plaza building collapse killed over 1,100 Bangladesh garment workers. Much has changed sin… https://t.co/tFjwWmajRY
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RT @UFCW: It's not enough: Progress has been made but fire safety initiatives are soon to end, unions are being stifled and wages are still…
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More on what this bill means for thousands of Steelworkers: https://t.co/yRMhDYV8XP #USWWorks #canlab #cdnpoli /3
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.@NDP MP @RomeoSaganash's Bill C-262 will provide a rights-based path "which Canada must follow to ensure that reco… https://t.co/iLymz0JG5O
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At our 2016 USW National Policy Conference, #USW members passed a resolution supporting the Calls to Action of the… https://t.co/LvPHUOtrbT
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Last year, we asked @MarksCanada, FGL Sports & @CanadianTire if factories in Bangladesh have been made safe & if wo… https://t.co/3941kS7Yen
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"All I want is to go home safely at the end of shift. I want to see my family, when I'm done my shift." Taxi worke… https://t.co/ElsCKIC80Y
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RT @Mcbreadner: Steve Hunt @USW_District_3 talking with CBC @CBCNews - it’s time to stand up and fight back taxi workers are workers and th…
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RT @alexfelsky: Proud to be invited to speak with USW Local 1-500 delegates. Steelworkers are vigorous defenders of workers and are fight…
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REMINDER: @USW_District_3 will be hosting a public meeting with taxi drivers & members of the public on taxi worker… https://t.co/mZIrEwf7A1
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RT @uswlunny: Min of Labour @HarryBainsSN speaking to his home local, #USW 1-1937 @USW_District_3 https://t.co/qNDPXBjXZ2
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On the morning of April 13, Steelworker Muhammad Umar, who is a cab driver, was violently attacked while working. H… https://t.co/toxqNjTMoU
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