Making a difference through our activism

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.

Defending members, negotiating safer and healthier working conditions and lobbying for better regulations and standards.

Protecting the environment and promoting innovation to drive the creation of good union jobs and a sustainable economy.

Fighting for protections, fair wages and pensions, healthy workplaces, job creation, better trade, social programs and more.

Inspiring and educating young workers through mentoring, leadership development, and union and community activism.

Demanding equality, we fight for pay equity, combat harassment, and offer training and development to women.

Supporting workers, their families and neighbours through community activism—across Canada and around the world.

The Steelworkers Organization of Active Retirees (SOAR) is a voice for USW retirees and their families.

Resources, camaraderie, and support for United Steelworkers who served or are currently serving.

The Steelworker Humanity Fund supports international development projects related to human and workers’ rights and provides emergency humanitarian aid for disasters.