News Articles
Health Care Workers Council talks organizing, technology at annual meeting
The union’s Health Care Workers Council strategized for the future of the union and the evolving industry in Pittsburgh last December, leaving the city with several action plans moving forward.
Wishing you a happy end of 2019 and thank you
Steelworkers, thank you for your efforts in building our union this year.
USW Cares: 2019 Jefferson Award Winners Announced
Since 2015, the USW has partnered with the Jefferson Awards Foundation, recently renamed Multiplying Good, to celebrate Steelworkers who do amazing works of community service, and to show the world that Steelworkers have big hearts.
USW District 6 is Seeking Applications for Casual Organizers
If you are interested in helping other workers exercise their collective rights and grow our union, this may be an opportunity for you.
Winnipeg General Strike Musical Heads to Major Theatres
Stand! a musical about the Winnipeg General Strike premiered during the Toronto International Film Festival this past fall, and has now returned for a wider release starting November 29 in select Canadian cities.
Releases / Advisories
Steelworkers Union Hails Victory in Aluminum Dumping Case
“This is a welcome victory for all Canadian aluminum workers. We need to continue to push for further protections for both the steel and aluminum sectors.” - Ken Neumann
New Agreements Benefit Steelworkers, Ivaco Rolling Mills
“A spirit of collaboration and respect achieved a good deal for workers and the employer, which also will benefit the community for years to come.” - Marty Warren
Leo Gerard Awarded 2019 Ellen Meiksins Wood Prize by Broadbent Institute
USW International President Emeritus recognized for “outstanding contributions to social and economic justice, and decades of service to the progressive movement.”
Publications
USW@Work – October 2019
Special election issue including election report card, leader profiles, candidate profiles, activists and a voting guide. More articles include: New USW International President • Our Heroes Leo & Carol • ABI Workers Ratify • Hot Edict, more
SOAR in Action - Summer 2019
In this issue: Historic changes in leadership; District 2 SOAR Volunteer for community emergency food assistance program; changes to the SOAR Executive Board; the latest news from the US and Canada; and more.
USW Submission on Implementing the USMCA
USW Submission to the House of Commons Standing Committee on International Trade Regarding the Bill C-100, An Act to Implement the Agreement Between Canada, the United States of America and the United Mexican States.
USW Presentation to the Standing Committee on Finance about Steel Safeguards
USW’s presentation to the House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance Re: Bill C-101, An Act to Amend the Customs Tariff and the Canadian International Trade Tribunal Act
USW@Work – June 2019
This issue features articles on steel and aluminum tariffs, lobbying for "workers and retirees first," the ABI lockout, bringing jobs back to Quebec and Labrador, Be More Than a Bystander and stories from USW's National Policy Conference.
SOAR in Action - Spring 2019
In this issue: Highlights from the 2019 SOAR Canada National Conference; messages from the President and Director; an intro to District 13's new SOAR board Member; and much more.
SOAR in Action - Winter 2019
In this issue: The latest news from Canada; how election results can have an impact on retiree issues; an update on the multi-employer pension fight; and much more.
National Director's Update - February 2019
In this Issue: Steelworkers Solidarity Will Make a Difference in 2019 • Trade Sell-Out: Trudeau Government has Failed Canadians • ABI Lockout Passes One-Year Mark • 2019 Campaigns: Elections Matter • Our Unity, Our Strength: District 3 Conference 2018