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Sudbury Airport Security Guards Join Steelworkers
Workers form union after being forced to pay for uniforms, health and safety training and licensing costs.
Aramark Employees in Labrador City Join United Steelworkers
Workers join USW after Aramark imposed significant wage cuts and other regressive measures after securing IOC contract.
Steelworkers Humanity Fund Contributes $5,000 to Support Victims of Hurricane Dorian in the Bahamas
The Bahamas suffered greatly because of this catastrophe, and our hope is that our contribution will help with the reconstruction efforts.
Five Fatalities at One Factory is Five Too Many: Steelworkers
This week’s fifth gruesome fatality of a temporary agency worker at Fiera Foods Group’s bakery facility in North York is another tragic reason to better enforce 2004 Criminal Code amendments, known as the Westray Law.
Ken Neumann Statement 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.
Marty Warren Statement for October 4, the National Day to Commemorate Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women
Today, we mourn the loss of Indigenous women and girls, especially members of our Steelworker family and their loved ones.
Steelworkers Support and Applaud Climate Day of Action
“We stand with the youth of the world who are taking to the streets to urge our leaders to commit to fighting climate change.” - Ken Neumann
Locked-Out New Brunswick Workers Build Solidarity in Colombia
Workers from Glencore operations in 12 countries build solidarity for workplace health and safety.
On Eve of International Day of Peace, Canadian Organizations Reiterate Support for Peace in Colombia
Over 40 non-governmental, labour and faith-based groups denounce the escalating human rights crisis in Colombia, and urge the Canadian government to take strong action to support a continuation of the peace process in the South American country.
United Steelworkers Ratify New Contract with Canadian Nuclear Laboratories
Technicians and technologists at CNL, members of USW Local 1568, have ratified a new agreement that includes wage increases, a new salary grid allowing for more progressive career development and improvements in working conditions.
United Steelworkers Responds to B.C. Government Forest Worker Announcement
The USW is calling for the B.C. government to restore the bond between our public forest resources and employment opportunities and benefits for British Columbians.
Trudeau’s Broken Promises to Indigenous Canadians Theme of Steelworkers New Election Ads
Liberal broken promises particularly impactful in Indigenous communities – many Steelworkers are members of these communities and work in these areas.
Another Devastating Sawmill Closure Reinforces Urgent Need for Changes to B.C. Forestry Policy: Steelworkers
The announcement of the closure of Hammond Cedar in Maple Ridge is the latest in a series of devastating sawmill closures in British Columbia that requires immediate and robust changes to forestry policy, says the United Steelworkers (USW) union.
Following Labour Day Protest of Trudeau, Steelworkers Launch Election Ads
This week the USW starts running ads reminding everyday Canadians that the Liberal government has broken its promises and failed to make life affordable.
Labour Day 2019: Stand With Steelworkers!
Labour Day is not only a time to enjoy the last long weekend with family and friends, it’s also an important opportunity to reflect upon the achievements of union members to build a country where our hard work is respected and valued.
Solidarity Works – A Labour Day Message from Marty Warren
Labour Day is a celebration and a renewal of our resolve to fight back against unfairness.
Labour Day Solidarity – Message from USW National Director Ken Neumann
2019 marks the 100th anniversary of the Winnipeg General Strike, a historic moment in our Canadian history when workers and broader society took action for better treatment and workers’ rights.
Steelworkers Enhance Community Fund for Wabush Retirees
“These investments will help to ensure the Community Fund can provide badly needed benefits as well as dignity to retirees.” - Marty Warren
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.