USW Canada | Unity and Strength for Workers

The United Steelworkers union (USW) is the largest private-sector union in North America, with more than 225,000 members in Canada, and 850,000 members in North America in nearly every economic sector.

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Stop the Killing campaign

Stop the Killing is a campaign to hold people criminally accountable for the health and safety of workers.

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USW District 3 Conference wraps up prioritizing health and safety for everybody

October 31, 2024 | News Articles

The USW District 3 Conference concluded today with a focus on advancing health and safety in the workplace for everybody. The conference opened with remarks from former USW National Director Ken Neumann, who emphasized the strength of solidarity and support within the union. Neumann, reflecting on his own journey since joining USW at 18, spoke […]

United Steelworkers congratulates B.C. Premier David Eby on re-election

November 1, 2024 | Media Releases

"On behalf of United Steelworkers members, I am pleased to congratulate Premier Eby and the BC NDP on their hard-fought win."

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Steelworkers Humanity Fund Annual Report 2023

October 10, 2024 | Publications

In 2023, the Steelworkers Humanity Fund (SHF) strengthened its global and local solidarity efforts. The 2023 report highlights key initiatives made possible by USW member contributions, including support for partner organizations in Colombia, Brazil, and beyond, with a focus on women workers and worker-to-worker solidarity. Domestically, SHF continued its contributions to food security and social […]

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Justice 2024 takes on inequality

October 8, 2024 | News Articles

The last day of Justice 2024 conference delegates took in presentations and panel discussions on a variety of issues, including the intersections of health and safety, the environment, workplace justice and equity. In the morning, conference participants heard from District 3 Indigenous Coordinator Julia McKay leading a panel on the National Day of Action on […]

Pay Equity

Pay equity is a fundamental human right. Pay equity is the term for the employer’s legal obligation to ensure workers’ pay is based on “equal pay for work of equal value.”

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Steelworkers change the world

November 20, 2024 | Media Releases

Syndicat des Métallos/United Steelworkers union activists from across Quebec gather for 60th annual general assembly SAGUENAY, Que. – More than 500 members of the Syndicat des Métallos/United Steelworkers union from across Quebec are gathered at the Centre des congrès de Saguenay for their 60th annual general assembly, under the theme “Être métallos, ça change le […]

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United Steelworkers union and University of Toronto launch new research chair honouring Leo Gerard

November 15, 2024 | Media Releases

TORONTO – The United Steelworkers union (USW) has partnered with the University of Toronto to launch a new USW/Leo Gerard Chair in Collective Bargaining and Worker Representation at the university’s Centre for Industrial Relations and Human Resources. The USW/Leo Gerard Chair will further the University of Toronto’s leadership in the study and teaching of labour […]

United Steelworkers union mourns John Horgan

November 12, 2024 | Statements

Statement from Scott Lunny, Western Canada Director, United Steelworkers (USW), on the passing today of John Horgan: It is with great sadness that the United Steelworkers mourns the death of former British Columbia Premier John Horgan, a friend to our union and a steadfast advocate for the rights and dignity of all workers. Throughout his […]

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What we’re fighting for

The United Steelworkers union is committed to advancing workers’ rights and well-being at the bargaining table, on the job and in the legislative arena. Here are some of the issues we care about. Explore how you can get more involved in your union.

Human Rights & Equity

Besides making sure workplaces are free from discrimination, our union promotes more justice for workers who are Indigenous, racialized, women, 2SLGBTQIA+ and/or living with a disability.

Health & Safety

Defending members, negotiating safer and healthier working conditions and lobbying for better regulations and standards.

Environment

Protecting the environment and promoting innovation to drive the creation of good union jobs and a sustainable economy.

Political action

Fighting for protections, fair wages and pensions, healthy workplaces, job creation, better trade, social programs and more.

Young Workers

Inspiring and educating young workers through mentoring, leadership development, and union and community activism.

Women of Steel

Demanding equality, we fight for pay equity, combat harassment, and offer training and development to women.

USW Cares

Supporting workers, their families and neighbours through community activism—across Canada and around the world.

SOAR

The Steelworkers Organization of Active Retirees (SOAR) is a voice for USW retirees and their families.

Veterans

Resources, camaraderie, and support for United Steelworkers who served or are currently serving.

Global Solidarity

The Steelworker Humanity Fund supports international development projects related to human and workers’ rights and provides emergency humanitarian aid for disasters.

Events

2024 BC Federation of Labour Convention

November 25, 2024 at 12:00 AM -
November 29, 2024 at 12:00 AM 1055 Canada Pl, Vancouver BC

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