As this year draws to a close, I am drawing inspiration from the many members I have spoken to over this past year about their efforts in the union – bargaining committee members working to negotiate top notch agreements and resolve workplace issues, health and safety activists pushing for safer working conditions on the job […]
Statement from Scott Lunny, Western Canada Director, United Steelworkers union (USW), on the passing of former B.C. MLA Dan Coulter: It is with great sadness that the United Steelworkers mourns the death of former Member of the Legislative Assembly, Minister of State for Infrastructure and Transit, and Parliamentary Secretary for Accessibility in British Columbia. Dan […]
We need bold policies to reduce inequality and provide better living and working conditions for all Canadians, including good union jobs.
We have received funding from the Family and Community Education Fund (FCEF) for a high school education project. As part of this, we will be training NextGen members to deliver workshops in schools in their communities on worker rights and the role of unions. We only have funding for the train the trainer portion of […]
Caption: Sam Taranto (left) and Jessica Fabbro (right) from USW Local 2251 attending the WSIB Level 4 training. In the classroom in the downtown Toronto Steelworkers Hall, a vibrant hub of learning, many eager members actively engage in educational classes organized by the Education Department. The USW has a long history of championing solidarity and […]
Pictured above (L-R): Mario Briglio, Joe Pettenuzzo and Bill Slater of USW Local 2724 stand with a Vital Signs Monitor. SAULT STE. MARIE, Ont.—With Giving Tuesday fast approaching on Dec. 3, Local 2724 has pledged its partnership with the Sault Area Hospital Foundation (SAHF) to match every donation up to $50,000. The matching campaign is […]
“There is no question that we must address the holes in our global trading system, but Canada is not the problem.”
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 […]
District 6 is proud to announce that Erick Harrison of USW Local 1005 is the new co-chair and co-ordinator for the NextGen program. Harrison, known for his deep commitment to empowering and inspiring young workers, is excited to build a stronger, more connected future for young Steelworkers in the district. Harrison’s journey with NextGen began […]
Syndicat des Métallos/United Steelworkers union activists from across Quebec gather for 60th annual general assembly SAGUENAY, Que. – More than 500 members of the Syndicat des Métallos/United Steelworkers union from across Quebec are gathered at the Centre des congrès de Saguenay for their 60th annual general assembly, under the theme “Être métallos, ça change le […]
TORONTO – The United Steelworkers union (USW) has partnered with the University of Toronto to launch a new USW/Leo Gerard Chair in Collective Bargaining and Worker Representation at the university’s Centre for Industrial Relations and Human Resources. The USW/Leo Gerard Chair will further the University of Toronto’s leadership in the study and teaching of labour […]
Statement from Scott Lunny, Western Canada Director, United Steelworkers (USW), on the passing today of John Horgan: It is with great sadness that the United Steelworkers mourns the death of former British Columbia Premier John Horgan, a friend to our union and a steadfast advocate for the rights and dignity of all workers. Throughout his […]
TORONTO, Nov. 12, 2024 – The United Steelworkers union (USW) has filed a complaint under the Canada United States Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) on behalf of workers at a Canadian-owned mine in Mexico who have faced assaults and death threats after they joined an independent union. This complaint calls for an independent panel to investigate and […]
In a bustling Starbucks, each drink crafted and every customer served reflects its employees’ dedication and hard work. With a joyous moment growing across Ontario, Starbucks workers are taking steps to ensure their voices are heard and their rights are protected – by joining the United Steelworkers (USW). With the recent successful unionization of the […]
OTTAWA, November 5, 2024 – Canadian labour leaders are calling for immediate action from the Canadian and Mexican governments to protect workers at a Canadian-owned mine in Mexico who have been assaulted and received death threats after they joined an independent union. The Mexican government has formally recognized the independent miners’ union, Los Mineros, as […]
"On behalf of United Steelworkers members, I am pleased to congratulate Premier Eby and the BC NDP on their hard-fought win."
The USW District 3 Conference concluded today with a focus on advancing health and safety in the workplace for everybody. The conference opened with remarks from former USW National Director Ken Neumann, who emphasized the strength of solidarity and support within the union. Neumann, reflecting on his own journey since joining USW at 18, spoke […]
(Photo: Steelworker and former B.C. Labour Minister Harry Bains) For day two of the USW District 3 Conference, politics was at the forefront of discussion, hearing first from NDP Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew. Kinew was elected as the first-ever Indigenous Premier in Manitoba on Oct. 3, 2023. A former CBC broadcaster, a best-selling author and […]