2017
ABI Submits Final and Comprehensive Offer
Union deplores company’s decision to suspend negotiations.
Ken Neumann Statement for International Human Rights Day, December 10, 2017
Each year on December 10, the United Steelworkers observe Human Rights Day. The recognition of human rights is at the core of Steelworkers' values and activism.
Marty Warren Statement for International Human Rights Day, December 10th, 2017
Each year on December 10, the United Steelworkers observe International Human Rights Day. The day commemorates the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) by the United Nations.
Steelworkers To Rally Outside Saskatoon City Hall In Defence of Taxi Jobs
Steelworkers want to see a modernized taxi industry that will be beneficial to both the public and taxi workers.
Ontario Labour Reforms a Start Toward Fairness in a Changing Economy, says USW
Changes to Ontario's labour and employment laws should be seen as the first in a series of necessary steps toward fairer employee rights.
Ken Neumann’s Statement for December 6, the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women
On December 6, let’s recommit ourselves to valuing women’s abilities, potentials, and lives. As individuals or as members of organizations and of society, our actions have an impact and do make a difference.
Marty Warren’s Statement for December 6, the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women
As we solemnly mark December 6, the national day to remember and act on violence against women, I am pleased to say that our district is taking some important steps to acknowledge and address the problem.
Open Letter to Community and Social Services Minister Jaczek
Open letter to partners calls for fairness for staff.
Community Suffers As Counselling Centre Management Hardens Line Against Staff
The Sudbury Counselling Centre is supposed to be there to help, but its clients are suffering as the centre’s management prolongs a strike with staff.
End Pension Theft
Steelworker and NDP MP Scott Duvall is calling on the Liberals to fix bankruptcy laws that put their wealthy insider friends ahead of hardworking Canadians.
New USW Women’s Committees Course Pilot a Huge Success
Six new USW Women’s Committees will be up and running soon, after Women of Steel representing local unions attended the pilot of “USW Women’s Committees—Leading Together” at the District 6 fall school, October 30-November 3.
Be More Than a Bystander - Break the Silence on Violence Against Women
“Be More Than a Bystander” is a groundbreaking initiative between the Ending Violence Association of BC (EVA BC) and the BC Lions aimed at substantially increasing awareness and understanding about the impact of men’s violence against women.
USW Taxi Workers Council Responds to Government's Move to Open Door to Uber, Lyft
The United Steelworkers (USW) Taxi Workers Council is expressing serious concerns regarding the Sask Party Government's move to open the door for Uber, Lyft and other ride-hailing alternatives.
United Steelworkers Endorse Trent Wotherspoon for Saskatchewan NDP Leader
The United Steelworkers, with its 16 local unions and two retiree chapters in Saskatchewan, is proud to announce its endorsement of Trent Wotherspoon for Leader of the Saskatchewan New Democratic Party.
Gélinas Calls for Fairness for Counselling Centre Staff
Nickel Belt MPP France Gélinas will visit the picket line of Local 2020 on Friday to show support for counselling staff and call for fairness.
Brutal Assaults on Saskatoon Taxi Drivers Must Stop
A taxi driver from Comfort Cabs is recovering after a brutal attack by a passenger on Oct. 13. The attack serves as a reminder of the dangers that taxi drivers face every shift.
Regina Cabs Ignoring City Bylaw Change, Taxi Drivers Blocked from Using City-Issued Licenses
Taxi drivers are calling out Regina Cabs management for their refusal to recognize drivers with taxi plates issued through a newly amended city distribution system.
Steelworkers at PTI Manitoba Inc. Ratify New Agreement, Company Must Work to Rebuild Trust After Lockout
Members of United Steelworkers Local 4297, employed by PTI Manitoba Inc., have voted in favour of ratifying a new collective agreement with their employer.
Statement from USW National Director Ken Neumann for October 4, National Day to Commemorate Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women
October 4 is the day Canadians attend vigils and other events honouring missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls. Sadly, included in the missing and murdered are Steelworker sisters and the family members of Steelworkers.
Statement from USW District 6 Director Marty Warren 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. We especially remember the Steelworker sisters who have been taken from us, and we remember the Steelworker families who are grieving.