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Liberals Approve Exporting Good Canadian Steel Jobs to China
Trudeau handing China $42 billion of steel and construction jobs in Canada’s largest-ever project.
700 Workers Have Voted to Join the United Steelworkers
The United Steelworkers welcome 700 new members after several successful organizing victories in British Columbia and Saskatchewan.
Residents, Employees Benefit from United Steelworkers Settlement at Maxville Manor
“A decent contract means better employee retention and a generally healthier environment for everyone.” - Marty Warren
Trump's 'Buy America' Rules Are Harmful to Canada, But Could Have Been Avoided
Donald Trump signed the executive order requiring that 75% of the value of components must be sourced in the U.S., an increase from 50%.
Government of Canada turns back on communities harmed by Canadian mining overseas, loses trust of Canadian civil society
Today all fourteen civil society and labour union representatives of the government’s Multi-Stakeholder Advisory Body on Responsible Business Conduct Abroad (Advisory Body) tendered their resignations.
United Steelworkers Welcomes ‘Hot Edict’ of Western Forest Products
All affiliated unions of the BC Federation of Labour will no longer handle any of WFP’s wood products.
Phase Two Unlocked: University Staff Achieve Milestone Towards New Pension Plan
University staff at three Ontario universities have reached another significant milestone towards the creation of a new defined-benefit pension, the University Pension Plan.
ABI Lockout Ends
Workers fought exemplary battle for rights, dignity and solidarity.
Westray Lessons Still Not Learned in Nova Scotia: Steelworkers’ Director Marty Warren
“No one, especially family members, should have to resort to filing a freedom-of-information request to find out the details of a loved one’s death.” - Marty Warren
Steelworkers’ Settlement at Long-Term Care Facility Improves Conditions, Wages and Benefits
“Our members are experiencing more and more stress as they deal with changing workloads, increased patient acuity and government austerity.” - Marty Warren
United Steelworkers Files Complaint with International Labour Organization Against Quebec Government
Premier François Legault’s interference in negotiations at ABI aluminum smelter violates ILO conventions and declarations, USW says.
USW Looks to Consult, Contribute to Solutions
Ken Neumann Statement on the MMIWG National Inquiry Final Report
New Training Brings Awareness on How to Address Mental Health Challenges
Members at Scapa Tapes in Renfrew, Ontario recently participated in a mental health training session offered and negotiated by the union.
Steelworkers Humanity Fund Contributes $58,950 to Support Disaster Recovery Here and Abroad
The Steelworkers Humanity Fund has contributed $58,950 to support victims of natural and human-made disasters that have deeply impacted communities across the globe in 2019.
Ken Neumann’s statement on the occasion of June 21, National Indigenous Day
We’re watching the Senate and the federal government to see if they will pass Bill C-262 into law, so that Canada can adopt and implement the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples.
Community Rally to Support Brunswick Smelter Workers
“This rally sends a message to Glencore that they should return to the bargaining table and negotiate a settlement.”
Steelworkers Welcome New Legislation, Urge Renewed Safeguards
“Canadian workers and producers need an unequivocal commitment from the federal government that it will defend our industry.”
Marty Warren Statement for Pride Month
June is the month to celebrate these milestones and recognize the victories of the past. It is also a month to contemplate the struggles that are still ahead. We need to continue to fight the stigma that often affects members of the LGBTQ2S+ community.
Ken Neumann Statement for Pride Month
In June this year, Steelworkers from all across Canada join with LGBT communities to celebrate Pride Month.
Sudbury Home Care Workers Locked Out by CarePartners
"This company wants to extract more profit from public funds by putting the squeeze on a small group of women who want decent wages and working conditions.”