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Raising the bar on women’s health and safety

Most workplaces and safety equipment have been designed to suit male workers. When we take women into account, we make workplaces safer. Steelworkers pride ourselves on being the health and safety union. Women of Steel are pointing to hazards and health issues they face as women workers. Let’s make women’s health and safety issues a priority for action!

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Premier Wab Kinew

Manitoba’s NDP government continues to demonstrate strong leadership in Throne Speech

November 25, 2024 | Media Releases

Premier Wab Kinew and the Manitoba NDP are proving they are on the right track following their comprehensive and forward-looking priorities laid out in Kinew’s second throne speech, according to the United Steelworkers union (USW). Focused on health care, affordability, reconciliation and economic resilience, the government has reaffirmed its commitment to building a stronger Manitoba […]

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Minority or majority government – there’s plenty of common ground to move forward in the resources sector

October 28, 2024 | Media Releases

As the elected Director for the United Steelworkers union (USW) in Western Canada, I was truly hoping for an NDP majority government. The BC NDP was our choice, as the party’s positions better reflect issues important to working families: strong worker rights – including the right to freely join a union; safe and healthy workplaces; […]

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The United Steelworkers union welcomes new tariffs that will protect jobs in Canada’s steel and aluminum sectors

October 22, 2024 | Media Releases

TORONTO – The United Steelworkers union (USW) applauds today’s implementation of tariffs on Chinese steel and aluminum products, following the Government of Canada’s decision to address unfair trade practices. This move is a crucial step in safeguarding domestic industries and preserving union jobs across the country. “Today’s entry into force of this new border measures […]

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USW submission to Global Affairs Canada (GAC) for the consultation on potential new measures to advance and defend Canada’s economic security interests

Submissions
September 25, 2024
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USW Guide to Benefits During COVID-19

Booklets & Manuals • Reports • Research & Publications
June 30, 2022
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Health and Safety During COVID-19

Reports • Research & Publications
June 29, 2022
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Workplace Issues During COVID-19

Booklets & Manuals • Reports • Research & Publications
June 29, 2022
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Procedure for a Work Refusal

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June 29, 2022
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The Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS) info

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June 29, 2022
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Federal Work Refusal Process

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June 29, 2022
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COVID-19 and Recent Legislation on Leaves of Absence

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June 29, 2022
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