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.
Toronto – Workers at Habitat Services in Toronto have joined the United Steelworkers union (USW), building collective power on the job and strengthening workers’ voices in the non-profit social services sector. The newly organized union includes approximately 30 workers who provide housing and support services to individuals living with mental health and addiction challenges across […]
USW Local 9344, representing mining and transportation workers at Rio Tinto’s Iron Ore Company (IOC) operations in Quebec’s North Shore region, recently won key legal challenges of company policies on medical leave and workplace favouritism. One of the Local 9344 victories appears to have set legal precedent, with a recent decision by the Superior Court […]
More than 850 activists from across Canada and the United States gathered in Toronto for the United Steelworkers National and International Women of Steel Conference – a space defined by learning, solidarity and a renewed commitment to building power across the labour movement. From the moment delegates arrived, the energy was clear: this was more […]
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.
