We are a part of a growing movement of Starbucks workers across Canada who are organizing with the United Steelworkers union (USW) to create fairer, safer, and more equitable workplaces.
Proud to support 2SLGBTQIA+, Steelworkers are actively working for equality in the workplace, at the bargaining table and in our communities. Steelworkers are helping to raise understanding and respect for the diversity and differences that make us strong, proud and, indeed, Everybody’s Union.
Dear Locals, The Alberta Federation of Labour (AFL) has announced a Province-Wide Day of Protest on May 29, calling on workers and community members to stand up against Premier Danielle Smith’s government and its focus on separatism and constitutional battles while Albertans struggle with affordability, health care and education concerns. USW believes Alberta workers need […]
TROIS-RIVIÈRES, Que., May 13, 2026 – After locking out 105 workers at its facility in Trois-Rivières on April 15, Siemens Energy is adding insult to injury by illegally using replacement workers, or “scabs” in common language, to do their jobs. The company’s use of replacement workers has been revealed in a report by investigators from […]
Dear local unions leaders and members: Our union has always been strongest when it reflects the full diversity, strength and spirit of workers across Western Canada. That commitment to equality, justice, dignity and respect is not just something we believe in. It’s something we build together. But there’s more to do. Across our workplaces and […]
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.
