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Why Hundreds Were Infected at the Cargill Meat Plant
The Cargill meat plant in High River Alberta has been the Canadian workplace with the highest incident of COVID-19 infection. A worker has died and the RCMP has opened an investigation into his death.
Launch of District 3 Women of Steel Network
We are excited to announce the launch of the District 3 Women of Steel Network! The Network is an opportunity for all sisters who want to connect with other sisters across Western Canada. This is not a committee and is open to all sisters to join.
Donna is Raising the Bar on Women’s Health and Safety
Late last year, the USW launched an important new campaign: Raising the Bar on Women’s Health and Safety. Local union leaders and activists are off to a running start in 2021.
December 2020 SHF Update
In November 2020, after eight years of struggle, SITRATERNIUM (Ternium International Guatemala Workers’ Union) finally got its first collective agreement
Machinerie Laurin’s Laval Unionized Workers Choose United Steelworkers
The forty or so workers employed by Machinerie Laurin in Laval have opted to join the United Steelworkers (USW). These workers manufacture industrial metal containers for waste materials.
Editorial: Self-sufficiency a worthy aim
A union official this week called for all levels of government to embrace “Buy Canadian” policies in order to protect Canadian jobs.
FCEF Application Deadline Fast Approaching
The Family and Community Education Fund (FCEF) wants to fund your next membership engagement event. January 22, 2021, is our next project deadline for initiatives costing more than $5,000!
USW Mourns the Passing of Former District 6 Director Harry Hynd
It brings our union great sadness to advise that former District 6 Director Harry Hynd passed away on December 29 in Hamilton, with his beloved wife Margaret at his side. Harry was 87 and had been struggling with his health for many years.
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.
Amidst Historic Upheaval, Steelworkers' Solidarity Endures
A message from the National Director, Ken Neumann.
Ken Neumann Statement for International Human Rights Day
Each year on December 10, the United Steelworkers observe Human Rights Day. The day commemorates the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) by the United Nations.
USW District 6 Statement for December 6
Remembering and creating advocacy for December 6, the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women
USW NextGen Panel Tomorrow - and we've added an exciting new speaker!
If you haven’t already, please register for our next event in the USW NextGen Committee web series happening tomorrow, when we welcome our panelists: Hamnah Shahid, Jared Ong, Nathan Allen and Maddi Genn.
Ken Neumann’s Statement for December 6, the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women
Federal government must create a national action plan on violence against women, implement national inquiry report
News@6 – Winter 2020
In this issue: • Long-term Fixes for Long-term Care Workers • Unions Challenge Racism • Forestry Campaign Making Progress on Softwood Lumber Dispute, EI Reforms • Seeking Justice for Occupational Disease Victims • Bargaining Successes • More
USW NextGen invites you to join our new web series – starting with a Virtual Movie Night tomorrow!
The USW NextGen Committee is hosting three consecutive Tuesday events (starting tomorrow) to give a space for the incredible young members of our union to connect, share their experiences and have some fun!
Child and Youth Education Content Creator – Due January 31, 2021
The USW, through its Family & Community Education Fund (FCEF), is seeking proposals from qualified applicants to develop age-appropriate educational activities for children up to 17 years old.
New FCEF Family Care Reimbursement Program
The USW’s Family & Community Education Fund (FCEF) has launched an important new family care reimbursement program.