This summer, United Steelworkers Local 8327 made a lasting impact at Camp Smitty, an overnight camp operated by the Boys and Girls Club of Ottawa, which provides a safe and supportive space for children from low-income families. Instead of funding a single camper’s tuition, Local 8327 decided to do something that would touch every child […]
The summer Pride season is a necessary time to make community connections, build the union and support two-spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer, intersex and asexual (2SLGBTQIA+) members and their families. Here are three ways Steelworker members and local unions can get involved as allies or Steel Pride members. If you are a 2SLBTQIA+ Steelworker […]
The United Steelworkers and the Steelworkers Humanity Fund hosted the third International Miners Network meeting from June 10 to 13, 2025, in British Columbia. The gathering brought together international union leaders to strengthen solidarity and co-ordinate efforts in advancing workers’ rights at Newmont Corporation operations. Formed in 2023, the network includes unions representing Newmont workers […]
The South Central Ontario Area Council (SCOAC) proudly hosted its first Operation Backpack event at the USW Cambridge office, where 300 backpacks filled with school supplies were packed to help students in need start the school year with confidence. The initiative was inspired by the Hamilton Area Council’s successful program, which in turn inspired SCOAC […]
The bright sunshine was matched only by the spirit of generosity at the Crimson Ridge golf course in Sault Ste. Marie on Aug. 10, as golfers, volunteers and local businesses came together for the 6th annual Steelworkers Charity Golf Tournament. The event welcomed players of all levels in a four-person scramble, with friendly competitions such […]
Early this year, following a determined organizing campaign, some 280 workers at mining giant Vale’s metal processing facilities in Long Harbour, N.L., officially joined the United Steelworkers. These new USW members work at the Vale Long Harbour Processing Plant, which refines nickel, cobalt and copper. The workers have joined USW Local 9508, which also represents […]
Mark MorganWarehouse Inventory Control Co-ordinator, Simplot CanadaLocal 9074, District 3Portage la Prairie, Man. With 22 years under his belt, Mark has more seniority than the USW does at Simplot Canada. The potato company supplies McDonald’s, Burger King, Sysco and others with hash browns, fries, tater tots and other potato products. “Two million pounds a day […]
Local 1976 • A twist of freight: railway workers’ engine-uity delivers contracting-out breakthrough Resolving a longstanding concern over contracting out is a major achievement in a new contract reached by USW Local 1976 members working at Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) railway operations across the country. The agreement calls for outsourced jobs at CPKC intermodal […]
2025 federal election Since 2023, the Canadian federal election was a foregone conclusion – Pierre Poilievre and the Conservative Party of Canada were so far ahead of the unpopular Liberals that they would not only win the election – it looked like they would form a majority. However, politics and public opinion can change quickly, […]
USW Local 1944 joined a Steelworkers Humanity Fund delegation to Izmir, Turkey, in August, to meet Telus workers there.
Much to the disdain of Ontarians, the Ontario election was called a year-and-a-half early this year, with voters casting their ballots up to and on Feb. 27 under the auspices of the government needing a renewed mandate to fight U.S. tariffs. While Progressive Conservative Premier Doug Ford failed to make a strong case for an […]
Since Feb. 1, 2025, Canada has been plunged into a major trade war, triggered by U.S. President Donald Trump, who at the time imposed a 25% tariff on all Canadian exports and a 10% tariff on energy products, critical minerals and aluminum. After a 30-day reprieve, these tariffs came into effect on March 4, then […]
At USW Local 2918, one small conversation turned into real change – and it all started with the Women of Steel (WOS). After hearing concerns about the lack of access to feminine hygiene products at IMT Precision, newly elected WOS Chair Samantha Campbell took action to address these underlying issues in the workplace. She spoke […]
At the USW International Convention held in Las Vegas in April, delegates showed that solidarity remains the union’s greatest strength. With the theme “All In,” Canadian members joined thousands of Steelworkers from the U.S. and international allies to recommit to the values that built the union: unity, strength and workers. International President David McCall opened […]
For us Steelworkers, international solidarity runs deep in our veins. It is the lifeblood of our union and where we turn to on the darkest of days. Currently, we are facing tremendous challenges on both sides of the border. Here in Canada, our jobs are facing a great deal of uncertainty and the cost of […]
It’s fitting that Lawrence McKay was inducted into the New Brunswick Federation of Labour (NBFL) Honour Roll at the very hotel where he once stood shoulder-to-shoulder with workers during a hard-fought strike. The Delta Brunswick in Saint John is more than a venue – it’s a symbol of the battles Lawrence helped win, and the […]
Each year, the Steelworkers Humanity Fund (SHF) provides emergency relief for natural and human-made disasters. Over the years, the SHF has supported communities in crisis with food, shelter, and medical supplies in Canada and worldwide. In 2024, SHF responded to the following emergencies, nearly 70% of them climate-related: In 2024, the SHF contributed to 129 […]
A journey through Peru and Bolivia illustrates the work the SHF champions to strengthen women-led labour education initiatives and support for Indigenous women engaged in the mining sector. This past year, a delegation of Steelworker women visited South America to witness firsthand the outcomes of a labour education program that has equipped workers and unions […]