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Spring Economic Update takes steps forward, but more needed to protect jobs and industries

April 29, 2026 | Media Releases

TORONTO – The United Steelworkers union (USW) says the Spring Economic Update includes useful steps on Buy Canadian, skilled trades, defence procurement and the Canada Strong Fund, but more action and clarity are needed to support workers and protect Canada’s industrial base as the trade war with the U.S. continues to threaten jobs, production and […]

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Opportunity: Short-term Co-ordinator District 3 Steelworker Summer

April 29, 2026 | District 3 memo

The United Steelworker District 3 is seeking a short-term position to coordinate our Steelworker Summer program. Our Steelworker Summer program brings in children of steelworkers for a paid internship to learn about the labour movement and about the united steelworkers Date of term: June/July 2026 Duties will include: Applicants should have: This is a short-term […]

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Canadian Steelworkers play key role in crackdown on unfair trade practices

April 29, 2026 | Media Releases

TORONTO – Critical testimony from Canadian Steelworkers has played a crucial role in a major decision by the Canadian International Trade Tribunal (CITT) to crack down on foreign dumping of unfairly traded steel into Canada. Members of the United Steelworkers union (USW) were key witnesses in a CITT investigation that has resulted in the tribunal […]

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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