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NEW: Special report – 40 years of solidarity

July 4, 2026 | Publications

For 40 years, the Steelworkers Humanity Fund (SHF) has transformed the solidarity of USW members into lasting action for workers and communities in Canada and around the world. Since its creation in 1985, the SHF has responded to humanitarian crises, supported trade unions, advanced women’s rights, invested in long-term development, and strengthened vulnerable communities. This […]

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Steelworkers support new Canadian Mining and Minerals Workforce Alliance

July 2, 2026 | News Articles

The United Steelworkers union is taking a key role in supporting a Canadian government initiative aimed at addressing a skilled labour shortage in the country’s mining industry. The new Mining and Minerals Workforce Alliance was launched by the federal government in June to develop strategies and solutions to tackle labour shortages and other key issues […]

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Steelworkers Humanity Fund contributes $20,000 to support Venezuelan earthquake survivors

July 2, 2026 | Media Releases

TORONTO – In response to the recent catastrophic earthquakes in Venezuela, the Steelworkers Humanity Fund (SHF) is donating $20,000 to the Canadian Red Cross to get help to those affected as quickly as possible. Last week, two of the biggest earthquakes in Latin America’s modern history hit Venezuela, about 160 kilometres west of the capital […]

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.

Human Rights & Equity

Health & Safety

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

Health & Safety

Environment

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

Environment

Political action

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

Political action

Young Workers

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

Young Workers

Women of Steel

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

Women of Steel

USW Cares

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

USW Cares

SOAR

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

SOAR

Veterans

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

Veterans

Global Solidarity

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

Global Solidarity

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