Human Rights & Equity News
Memo Sent to Ontario School Boards Urges Five-Day 'Face-to-Face' Learning Come Fall
Director Warren: Take Action on the Racist Attack in East Toronto
Ontario Director Marty Warren has written to Mayor John Tory, Ward 19 City Councillor Brad Bradford and the Toronto Police Services Board in response to a racist attack that happened to USW Local 1998 member Mark Austin and his partner Candace Zinkweg.
Community to Protest Racist Violence in Toronto’s East End
Two Toronto residents, including a USW member, were victims of a brutal racist assault as they walked their dog in the city’s east end. Police have not laid charges.
We Must Keep Indigenous Issues on Political Agenda: Ken Neumann’s Statement for June 21, National Indigenous Peoples Day
Let’s mark June 21, National Indigenous People’s Day, by committing to keep issues of key concern to Indigenous peoples at the top of Canada’s political agenda during and after the pandemic.
USW Condemns Anti-Black Racism and Racist Violence
The United Steelworkers union in Canada condemns anti-Black racism in all its forms and the racist violence that has occurred on both sides of the border. Our union stands in solidarity with Black communities around the globe.
Anti-Black Racism and Anti-Racism Resources
The United Steelworkers union in Canada and the United States unequivocally condemns the racism and racist violence that has occurred in the last number of weeks on both sides of the border.
Steelworkers Humanity Fund Provides $37,690 to Support Workers Affected by COVID-19
Donations from United Steelworkers members will help overcome some of the most-pressing challenges of the pandemic, especially for informal workers, in several countries.
COVID-19 Won’t Stop Steel Pride: Marty Warren’s Statement for Pride Month
June is Pride month: a time to celebrate with our LGBTQ2SIA+ community.
New Website Tracks Anti-Asian Racism
A new website – Fight COVID Racism – is a way for individuals to share their experiences of racism.
Federal Government Delays Release of National Action Plan on Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women
The Trudeau government is postponing the release of the action plan promised for June, one year after the release of the national inquiry’s final report.
USW Encourages Solidarity, Virtual Pride Celebrations During the Pandemic: Ken Neumann Statement for Pride Month 2020
In June, Steelworkers join with LGBTQ2SIA+ communities across the world to celebrate Pride Month.
New Canada-U.S.-Mexico Trade Deal is Flawed – Ken Neumann on RadioLabour
RadioLabour’s Marc Belanger talks to USW National Director Ken Neumann about the new trade deal.
May is a Key Anniversary for Women’s Reproductive Rights
Fifty years ago this month, Canadian women converged on Ottawa for Mothers’ Day to demand something we now take for granted: each woman’s right to decide if and when they become mothers.
Ken Neumann's Statement for Asian Heritage Month 2020
Each year, Steelworkers celebrate May as Asian Heritage Month. We recognize the incredible contributions Asian Canadians have made to this country, and to our union.
Ken Neumann Statement on Black History Month 2020
In our union’s proud history of promoting and supporting equality, Steelworkers celebrate Black History Month each February.
Marty Warren's Statement for Black History Month 2020
Every February, District 6 celebrates Black History Month and acknowledges the substantial contributions made to shape our communities and the labour movement.
Marty Warren's Statement for Transgender Day of Remembrance
International Transgender Day of Remembrance has been observed annually on November 20 as a day to memorialize those who have been murdered as a result of transphobia.
Ken Neumann Statement for October 4, National Day to Commemorate Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women
On October 4 we remember the many hundreds of missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls across this country.
Marty Warren Statement for October 4, the National Day to Commemorate Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women
Today, we mourn the loss of Indigenous women and girls, especially members of our Steelworker family and their loved ones.
Steelworkers Support and Applaud Climate Day of Action
“We stand with the youth of the world who are taking to the streets to urge our leaders to commit to fighting climate change.” - Ken Neumann
On Eve of International Day of Peace, Canadian Organizations Reiterate Support for Peace in Colombia
Over 40 non-governmental, labour and faith-based groups denounce the escalating human rights crisis in Colombia, and urge the Canadian government to take strong action to support a continuation of the peace process in the South American country.
Government of Canada Turns Back on Communities Harmed by Canadian Mining Overseas, Loses Trust of Canadian Civil Society
Today all fourteen civil society and labour union representatives of the government’s Multi-Stakeholder Advisory Body on Responsible Business Conduct Abroad (Advisory Body) tendered their resignations.
USW Looks to Consult, Contribute to Solutions
Ken Neumann Statement on the MMIWG National Inquiry Final Report
Steelworkers Humanity Fund Contributes $58,950 to Support Disaster Recovery Here and Abroad
The Steelworkers Humanity Fund has contributed $58,950 to support victims of natural and human-made disasters that have deeply impacted communities across the globe in 2019.
Ken Neumann’s Statement on the Occasion of June 21, National Indigenous Day
We’re watching the Senate and the federal government to see if they will pass Bill C-262 into law, so that Canada can adopt and implement the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.
Marty Warren Statement for Pride Month
June is the month to celebrate these milestones and recognize the victories of the past. It is also a month to contemplate the struggles that are still ahead. We need to continue to fight the stigma that often affects members of the LGBTQ2S+ community.
Ken Neumann Statement for Pride Month
In June this year, Steelworkers from all across Canada join with LGBT communities to celebrate Pride Month.
The Struggle for an Ombudsperson “With Teeth” Continues in Streets of Toronto
Along with other prominent Canadian human rights organizations, the United Steelworkers union calls on the federal government to appoint an ombudsperson with real power to investigate corporate abuses abroad.
Ken Neumann Statement on Asian Heritage Month 2019
May is Asian Heritage Month. It is a month to celebrate the contributions Asian Canadians have made to our union, our communities and our country. It is also a month to consider the struggle of Asian Canadians to achieve equality in this country.
Marty Warren Statement on Asian Heritage Month 2019
In May 2002, the Government of Canada signed an official declaration to designate May as Asian Heritage Month. Along with Districts 3 and 5, District 6 celebrates Asian History Month with all Steelworkers
The United Steelworkers Dismisses Government Announcement and Renews Calls for Independent Ombudsperson
USW reacts angrily to appointment of a special advisor, without the powers of an effective ombudsperson, to address long-standing human rights concerns related to Canadian corporate behaviour overseas.
Report Explores Anti-Muslim Attitudes in Canada
There has been a steady rise of hate crimes targeting Muslim communities in Canada and in other countries. This report highlights the important role trade unions must play in championing fairness, equity, and social justice for Muslims in Canada.
ADVISORY: Steelworkers Host Community Celebration of Hamilton’s Diversity
The Hamilton Steelworkers Area Council invites all residents to a celebration of our city’s diversity on Sunday, March 17, in commemoration of the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination.
Ken Neumann Statement on Black History Month
In our union’s proud history of promoting and supporting equality, Steelworkers celebrate Black History Month each February.
Marty Warren Statement on Black History Month
As District 6 represents one of the most diverse Districts in Canada, it is important that we celebrate Black History Month each February.