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Steelworkers, Laurentian University Honour Leo Gerard’s Legacy
The Leo Gerard Legacy Fund will support student scholarships and a lecture series at Laurentian University.
Steelworkers Humanity Fund Contributes $7,000 to Support Communities Affected by Volcano in the Philippines
Members from USW Local 8327 at Park Place Retirement Home in Ottawa approached the Humanity Fund to support victims, many of the local union members being of Filipino heritage.
Justice Denied in Olivier Bruneau’s Death
USW joins deceased worker's family in condemning decision to end police investigation and rule out criminal charges.
Workers Demand Severance, Benefits in Bankruptcy of Canadian Icon Barrymore
“Once again, working people are victims of a rigged system that disregards their interests while giving priority to wealthy investors.”
Ken Neumann Statement on Black History Month 2020
In our union’s proud history of promoting and supporting equality, Steelworkers celebrate Black History Month each February.
Marty Warren's Statement for Black History Month 2020
Every February, District 6 celebrates Black History Month and acknowledges the substantial contributions made to shape our communities and the labour movement.
Criminal Charges Against Brazilian Multinational Should Send a Message to Canadian Government – Steelworkers
“Our federal government should ensure that multinational companies operating in Canada have records that do not include putting profit over safety and human life anywhere in the world.” - Ken Neumann
Brockville Women’s Shelter Employees Join Steelworkers Union
New USW members seeking fair compensation, good working standards, respect and a voice on the job.
500 Employees at KIK Toronto Operations Join Steelworkers
Workers at five KIK facilities in Etobicoke vote to join USW, which also represents employees at a KIK plant in Vaughan, Ont.
Steelworkers Sign Good Deal with TMS International
USW members at TMS International Canada negotiate improvements in wages, benefits and pensions.
Steelworkers Union Hails Victory in Aluminum Dumping Case
“This is a welcome victory for all Canadian aluminum workers. We need to continue to push for further protections for both the steel and aluminum sectors.” - Ken Neumann
New Agreements Benefit Steelworkers, Ivaco Rolling Mills
“A spirit of collaboration and respect achieved a good deal for workers and the employer, which also will benefit the community for years to come.” - Marty Warren
Leo Gerard Awarded 2019 Ellen Meiksins Wood Prize by Broadbent Institute
USW International President Emeritus recognized for “outstanding contributions to social and economic justice, and decades of service to the progressive movement.”
January 7 Is Corporate Income Tax Freedom Day
Canadians are paying a hefty price from deep corporate tax cuts. It's time for governments to make corporations pay their fair share.
Coalition of Ontario Unions to Launch Charter Challenge, Vowing to Defend the Rights of All Ontarians
"Middle-class families are the backbone of our province and country, and it is fundamentally wrong to strip them of their collective bargaining rights." – Marty Warren, District 6 Director
Steelworkers Recognize NAFTA Improvements, Cite Aluminum/Steel Concerns
New deal does not include stronger North American automotive rules of origin requirements related to steel and aluminum.
Third Death of a Traffic Control Worker in Two Months
How long before workplace safety prevention is taken seriously in Quebec, Steelworkers ask.
Marty Warren's Statement for December 6, the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women
Each year, we mark the anniversary of December 6 to remember the women murdered at Montreal’s École Polytechnique and all women lost to violence.
Ken Neumann’s Statement for December 6, the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women
On December 6, we remember the women murdered at Montreal’s École Polytechnique, and all women lost to gender-based violence.
Steelworkers Urge Government To Implement Recommendations From Sawmill Explosions Review
Nearly eight years after two sawmill explosions in northern British Columbia claimed the lives of four people and injured dozens more, the (USW) is responding to the release of a review of actions by WorkSafeBC and government in relation to worker safety.