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National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two Spirit/LGBTQ+ People
USW helped in the call for a National inquiry, because an injury to one is an injury to all, and because Steelworkers and our family members are among the missing and murdered.
USW Bargaining Guide for Advancing Indigenous Rights
This guide contains examples of contract language from USW and other collective agreements which aim to advance the rights of Indigenous workers and their communities.
The Blanket Exercise: Our Shared History as Indigenous and Non-Indigenous Peoples in Canada
The Blanket Exercise builds awareness and understanding of our shared history as Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples in Canada.
USW and the Truth & Reconciliation Commission
The United Steelworkers supports and endorses the report and recommendations of Canada’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission.
Calendar of Religious and Special Days
Use this calendar to recognize special holidays of many faiths and plan local union meetings and events so that all members may attend.
United Steelworkers Statement of Principles on Aboriginal Issues
USW is expanding outreach to members who are First Nations, Inuit and Métis and expanding action on issues of importance to Aboriginal peoples in Canada. Delegates at the 2016 USW NPC adopted this Statement of Principles to guide our union’s work.
Anti-Harassment Policy of the United Steelworkers (The Yellow Sheet)
Steelworkers will not tolerate nor condone behaviour that is likely to undermine the dignity or self-esteem of an individual, or which creates an intimidating, hostile or offensive environment.
Draft Letter for Accommodation
Draft Language for Letter of Understanding re: Accommodation Policy and Procedure (based on OHRC, but can be changed for other jurisdictions)
Steelworkers Guide to Preventing and Dealing with Harassment
We can’t make people like each other. But in the workplace, we can make sure no one is treated differently because of their racial or ethnic origin, or because of gender, ability or sexual orientation.
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New Report Links Canadian Retailers to Never-Ending Hardships of Bangladeshi Garment Workers
Steelworkers Humanity Fund report establishes clear connection between Canadian retailers and Bangladeshi garment factories that trap workers – primarily women – in poverty and struggle.
Steelworkers Host Online Commemoration for International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
Bring your own snack to the online March 21 commemoration event with the Hamilton Steelworkers Area Council and join on Facebook or YouTube to mark the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination.
Steelworkers Humanity Fund Setting Up New Partnerships to Support Women’s Rights in the Workplace in Bolivia and Peru
The Steelworkers Humanity Fund is establishing partnerships with organizations in Bolivia and Peru to amplify women workers’ voices and rights in the mining, municipal and retail sectors, and to raise awareness on gender-based violence issues.
United Steelworkers Local 1-1937 and Huu-ay-aht First Nations Commit to Advancing Reconciliation and Job Creation on TFL 44
The United Steelworkers union Local 1-1937 (USW) and the Huu-ay-aht First Nations (Huu-ay-aht) announced today the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to establish a process for the parties to work together.
USW Demands Justice for Victims of Grupo Mexico
On 15th anniversary of deadly Pasta de Conchos mine disaster, Steelworkers and Los Mineros renew demand for justice and accountability.
District 6 Virtual Black History Month Celebration
Join us for an exciting Black History Month virtual celebration on February 25 at 7 p.m. ET, hosted by the District 6 Human Rights Committee.
Marty Warren Statement for Black History Month
USW District 6 is pleased to continue its annual tradition of celebrating Black History month this February, virtually.
Ken Neumann Statement for Black History Month
In our union’s proud history of promoting and supporting equality, Steelworkers celebrate Black History Month each February.