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.
The USW Northeastern Ontario Area Council (NEOAC) has received the United Way Centraide Canada National Partnership Builder Award, honouring decades of community leadership, solidarity and support across Northeastern Ontario. The award recognizes organizations that demonstrate outstanding collaboration and commitment to building stronger communities through collective action. The NEOAC was recognized for its long-standing partnership with […]
Entering the halls of federal government power to meet face-to-face with Members of Parliament and Senators was a bit unnerving, Tammy-Lee Hawkins admits. “I arrived feeling nervous and unsure,” says Tammy-Lee, a member of USW Local 2009 in B.C. who came to Ottawa in mid-April to lobby federal politicians, as part of a delegation of […]
TORONTO – United Steelworkers union (USW) National Director Marty Warren issued the following statement in response to the federal government’s announcement of new financing for tariff-impacted businesses: “Today’s announcement is a positive step for companies facing serious pressure from the ongoing U.S. trade war. It matters to workers because these businesses support good jobs across […]
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.