2020
Steelworkers Humanity Fund Contributes to 46 Food Banks in Western Canada
In an unprecedented COVID year, the Humanity Fund is helping community organizations help those in need in areas where Steelworkers live and work across Western Canada.
Steelworkers: Elimination of 156 Jobs at Vale Is Appalling
“This is absolutely, morally wrong. This is nothing more than a continuation of corporate greed and putting profits over people.”
Saskatoon University Elects Steelworker For NDP
Sister Jennifer Bowes (USW Local 5917) in Saskatoon University has been declared elected in the Saskatchewan general election. We extend our congratulations to Jennifer on her win and look forward to her representation in the Saskatchewan Legislature.
Fast-Track the Time to Care Act: Steelworkers
“Everyone agrees raising the minimum standard of care in Ontario’s long-term care homes is vital and long overdue. What is this government waiting for?”
NDP Set to Form Majority Government in B.C.
Steelworkers couldn't be prouder of Premier John Horgan and the BC NDP team who are set to form a majority government. Voters went to the polls on October 24 and gave Premier Horgan a clear majority mandate.
Vicwest Building Products Employees Join Steelworkers Union
Next steps for the workers will include electing a bargaining committee that will negotiate their first collective agreement.
Steelworkers Union Calls for Resolution to Lobster Fisheries Dispute
The USW calls on the federal government to find a resolution to the Nova Scotia lobster fisheries dispute that respects Indigenous treaty rights and ensures community safety.
Trade Tribunal Decision a Breakthrough for Steelworkers
This CITT decision reinforces our Steelworkers' campaign for full standing in launching trade cases. Our union and its members play an essential role in determining the impact of unfair trade.
United Steelworkers Condemns PPWC Raid of USW Members at Bouygues-GTAP in Surrey
Yesterday, the United Steelworkers (USW) Local 2009 received noticed that the Public and Private Workers of Canada (PPWC) has applied to the Labour Board to raid nearly 70 USW members at Bouygues Building Canada–Green Timbers Accommodation Partners (GTAP)
Treatment of Long-Term Care Workers a Disgrace, Says United Steelworkers
An absence of minimum standards, as well provincial compensation restraints, are resulting in workers quitting and positions going unfilled.
Inaugural Leo Gerard Scholarship Awarded at Laurentian University
The scholarship, established in honour of the legacy of Sudbury native and USW International President Emeritus Leo W. Gerard, is awarded to top students of Laurentian’s Workplace and Labour Studies program.
Timmins Steelworkers Improve Contract in Negotiations with Goldcorp
Wage and pension improvements are among gains made by USW Local 7580 members in three-year deal.
USW Local 9346 Sets Stage for a Fair Deal for Steelworker Families
This week the United Steelworkers (USW) Local 9346 Bargaining Committee met to prepare for negotiations for a new collective agreement for members working at Teck Resources Elkview coal mine.
New, Three-Year Agreements for Steelworkers at Canadian Nuclear Laboratories
CNL workers approve three-year contracts providing annual two-per-cent wage increases retroactive to June 2019.
Employment Insurance Changes Welcome, but Must Be Made Permanent – Steelworkers
“Workers and their communities must not be held hostage to laws that, instead of assisting them in tough times, punish them for doing an honest day’s work.”
Steelworkers Humanity Fund Provides $72,000 to Support Populations Affected by COVID-19
“Everyone does not fare the same through COVID-19. We are supporting initiatives to address longer-term effects on the most marginalized.”
Steelworkers Call for Fair Union Election at Canadian Mine in Mexico
“We expect the Canadian government to act forcefully if any violations of the labour provisions of CUSMA occur.”
USW Wood Council Locals in B.C. Received the "Old Growth Strategic Review" Report But Caution BC Jobs Must Not Only Be Protected, They Need to Be Grown
The USW Wood Council of B.C. received the Old Growth Strategic Review. It’s concerning that the old growth report is largely silent on the issues raised by workers, industry and communities and completely silent on possible socio-economic impacts.
Hawkesbury Steelworkers Make Big Gains at Montebello Packaging
New contract reverses two-tier wage system and calls for pay increases for many employees ranging from $3 to $7 per hour.
Steelworkers Union Urges Federal Strategy for Stronger, Greener Canadian Aluminum Sector
“Investing in the future will protect jobs today and for decades to come and will strengthen the Canadian economy.”