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2021 Winners of USW Scholarships
2021 recipients of various USW scholarships.
Conference Postponed: A Fair and Equitable Recovery
The online conference scheduled for September 15 has been postponed.
This Labour Day, let’s take on the mental health pandemic
In a Labour Day column in the Toronto Star, USW National Director Ken Neumann calls for meaningful action on a critical challenge facing unions and employers: addressing the worsening mental health crisis.
Steelworkers’ Generosity Earns National Recognition
USW members recognized by United Way Canada for their generosity and community spirit.
Results for Workers – Federal Election Letter to Steelworkers from Ken Neumann
While we may not want this election, we still need to participate. It’s a chance for Steelworkers to have our say. Elections matter and your vote matters, too!
This Labour Day, let’s stand up to protect Canadian jobs
Every Labour Day we come together with our union family to recognize our labour history, our struggles and the victories we have achieved. As we move out of the pandemic, workers need to be at the forefront of rebuilding our economy.
Renewed Solidarity Amid Historic Upheaval
Labour Day Message by District 6 Director Marty Warren
Taking Care of Each Other is What We Do
Labour Day Message from Ken Neumann, National Director
Barrie Steelworkers Make Good Neighbours
USW members help raise $5,000 for relief efforts for victims of a devastating tornado in Barrie, Ont.
Federal Election Telephone Town Halls for Steelworkers
Join Steelworkers in these telephone town halls to talk about union issues as well as hear about how our union is engaged in the 2021 federal election.
Join the USW District 6 NextGen Committee’s Movember Campaign!
The District 6 NextGen Committee is supporting the 2021 Movember campaign by raising funds through the sale of unique, long-sleeve T-shirts.
David Ellis Scholarships Awarded to Four District 3 Recipients
Four David Ellis scholarships from District 3 of $500 each were awarded to help selected high school students continue their education at university, college or another educational institution.
It’s easy to partner on events funded by the Family & Community Education Fund (FCEF)!
Connect with service agencies and labour organizations in your neighbourhood whose work inspires you. Ask them to plan and host community engagement events with your local!
SURVEY: What's important to Steelworkers in this upcoming federal election?
A federal election has been called for September 20 and we want to know what issues are most important to Steelworkers!
Trading One Risk for Another
Inspired by the horrendous experiences of her late father and thousands of other miners, Steelworker Janice Martell is exposing a dark era in Canada’s mining industry and seeking justice for survivors.
August 24 – Steelworkers Talk Politics – Focus on Long-term Care
Register to join the online discussion on Long-term Care for the next Steelworkers Talk Politics event on Tuesday, August 24.
News@6 – Summer 2021
In this issue: • Health Care Workers Launch New Campaign for LTC • Staying Strong in Times of Struggle • Steelworkers' Groundbreaking Activism • NDP's Jagmeet Singh Sits Down with News@6 • Bargaining and Organizing Successes • More
This summer, the Family & Community Education Fund is accepting large-scale project submissions on a rolling basis!
Send us your large project submissions any time over the summer! As always, there are no deadlines to submit to the FCEF for projects under $5,000.
Liberals failed to protect steelworkers caught in green shift
The Liberals failed to engage Algoma workers, and their union, in developing a clear transition plan that includes a long-term commitment to keep jobs in the community.
Union Wins Fair Agreement in Struggle Against Pandemic Profiteer
Through solidarity and determination, USW Local 8300 members won a fair agreement and a retroactive wage increase in their struggle against pandemic profiteer, Rexplas.