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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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USW Stands in Solidarity with Farmers in India
The USW in District 3 stands in solidarity with farmers and their families in India who are protesting new laws that open the door for large retailers to take over small farms, harming the lives of millions of farmers.
Canadian Labour Movement Condemns State Force Violence Against Colombian Trade Union Leaders
"We unequivocally condemn the violence being perpetrated by state forces against trade union leaders, human rights defenders and oppressed communities."
Steelworkers National Aboriginal Committee Online Connecting Circles for 2021
The USW National Aboriginal Committee is hosting a series on online Connecting Circles in 2021. These events allow us to stay in touch and assure all Steelworkers that our union is committed to advancing Indigenous rights, in workplace and in society.
National Survey on Workplace Violence and Harassment
Harassment and violence are a serious health and safety issue that have no place in the workplace. We need to do something about it. If you work, take part in this new national survey.