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Steelworkers welcome Sault Ste. Marie steel investment as a win for workers and the community

May 22, 2026 | Media Releases

SAULT STE. MARIE, Ont. – The United Steelworkers union (USW) welcomes today’s announcement of new federal and provincial government support to assist Tenaris’ investment to modernize and expand its production capacity at its steel rolling facilities in Sault Ste. Marie. “The announcement is an important win for workers, domestic production, Canada’s industrial future and the […]

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‘We need real change in the province’s most-dangerous industry’

May 22, 2026 | News Articles

With a rapid expansion of mining operations projected for Ontario in coming years, United Steelworkers Local 6500 – the province’s largest mining union – is sounding the alarm on the critical need for greater worker protections against deadly occupational diseases. Ontario lags significantly behind most other provinces – and behind even the Trump administration in […]

D3 School 2026

2026 District 3 School – Registration OPEN 

May 21, 2026 | District 3 memo

Please be advised that the District School has been scheduled this year for SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 – FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18, 2026 at St. Eugene Resort in Cranbrook, BC. St. Eugene is proudly reclaimed and owned by the Ktunaxa Nation. The following courses will be offered this year: The cost for each delegate this year is […]

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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