2018
"Be More Than A Bystander” Training Already Making An Impression
It seems that every time you open a newspaper or turn on the six o’clock news these days, you’re surrounded by bad news.
Introducing Atkinson Foundation Podcast: Just Work It
'Just Work It,' is the Atkinson Foundation’s brand new platform for podcasts and events on decent work for and by those of us who are called “millennials.”
Workers Were Sold a Lie
NAFTA must defend good jobs, improve living standards and reverse growing inequality.
Stepping Up to Stop Harassment
Let’s take this #MeToo #TimesUp moment as an opportunity to revisit and expand our anti-harassment policies.
Canadian Health Care Workers Find Common Ground
Health care workers in western Canada are all members of amalgamated locals, which brings a unique set of challenges.
Young Workers Building Solidarity Across Borders and Seas
Workers Uniting – the global union of the United Steelworkers, Unite the Union in the U.K. and Ireland, and Mineros in Mexico – and the Central de Trabajadores Cubanos (CTC, Workers Central Union of Cuba) participated in the third exchange in February.
Steelworkers Hoping New Owner Comes Forward for Hamilton Specialty Bar
“We know there are parties that still have interest in the mill and that this plant can be successful, if given the chance.” - Mickey Mercanti
Canada’s Exclusion from U.S. Aluminum, Steel Tariffs Clearly Warranted
“The evidence is clear that Canadian steel and aluminum imports are not part of the problem that the U.S. administration is trying to address." – USW National Director Ken Neumann
Join the USW in saying NO to violence, harassment against women
Violence seriously impacts women workers' lives around the globe, with sexual harassment its most reported form. It is a violation of women’s human rights and an obstacle to gender equality.
Liberal Budget Fails to Really “Put People First”
“The budget has no comprehensive, meaningful plan to protect workers and create good jobs with higher wages.” - Ken Neumann
KL Gold’s Delay Tactics Unnecessary, Undemocratic, Steelworkers Say
USW denounces Kirkland Lake Gold’s attempts to prolong the process to determine if employees will join the union.
Locked-Out ABI Steelworkers Confront Alcoa CEO in Florida
Locked-out ABI employees from Bécancour, Que., are demonstrating today outside the BMO Global Metals and Mining Conference, where Harvey is addressing investors.
Canadian Aluminum, Steel Must Be Excluded from U.S. Tariffs and Quotas: Steelworkers
“There is no justification to include Canada with countries that systematically violate trade laws.” - Ken Neumann
Introducing CLC Podcast: Smoke & Mirrors
This Black History Month, the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) features the podcast SMOKE & MIRRORS: Uncovering Truths about Human Rights in Canada.
Goderich Security Workers Win First Contract
“These workers stood together for many months to defend their right to collective bargaining and to have union representation.” - Marty Warren
Union, Government Await ABI’s Return to Bargaining Table
“We’re hoping that Alcoa and Rio Tinto will accept the call to get back to the table to reach an agreement.” - Alain Croteau
Quebec Government Calls for Negotiated Settlement to ABI Smelter Lockout
Unanimous, all-party vote follows sharp criticism that ABI has ‘broken the social contract’ in Quebec.
Canadian Embassy's Role Questioned in Mexican Delegation's Complaint to Integrity Commissioner
Complaint formally requests an investigation into the Canadian embassy's acts and omissions.
District’s Incident Reporting System Tackles Chronic Problems
Like too many health care workers in Canada and the United States, health care members in District 6 struggle with short staffing, a problem that can quickly escalate into higher rates of workplace violence and patient injuries.
Union Raiding Is a Blow to Solidarity Among Workers
Unifor's latest raiding campaign is a cynical attempt at empire building, when the labour movement can least afford it.