The USW delegation strongly advocated for comprehensive measures and investments from governments to protect the caribou while developing value-added wood processing facilities to support sustainable forestry jobs.
The multiple causes behind the spiralling price of daily staples, especially food, can only be tackled with bold action in favour of social justice. This is why our union and our allies will continue to push tirelessly for decent living and working conditions for everyone.
The USW is joining with unions and social-justice organizations around the world to mark the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence. From Nov. 25 until Dec. 10 – including Dec. 6, the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women – we amplify our demand for an end to the violence.
The recognition of their wrongs and the long-waited apology from the government is justice for workers and their families. The Steelworkers union is committed to continue supporting and advocating for workers exposed to occupational illnesses and diseases.
United Steelworkers union members have voted in a new collective agreement reached with American Airlines, covering nearly 300 members.
The USW is among more than 40 unions, representing 270,000 workers across Ontario, that filed a constitutional challenge to Bill 124 in 2019. The coalition’s argument that Bill 124 violates the collective bargaining rights enshrined in the freedom of association guarantee of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms has been validated by this court ruling.
“At a time when the company is pulling in massive profits, Telus can afford to give their workers more job security and wage increases.”
We need a leader who understands labour issues and the needs of workers – one who is proud to say the words ‘labour’ and ‘unions.’ We need a leader who will bring more working-class voters back to the NDP. I am confident Marit will provide strong leadership to our party during a time when Ontario needs it the most.
From Starbucks coffee shops, to university campuses, to heavy industry, workers in all sectors of the economy are joining the Steelworkers, exemplifying the motto that the USW is indeed Everybody’s Union.
Complaint to Canadian government alleges retailer Mark’s and parent company Canadian Tire have contravened international human rights standards.
In early October, more than 120 Steelworkers, staff and guests met in Sault Ste. Marie, Ont. for the third National Gathering of Indigenous Steelworkers.
The front-line staff at Pinecrest Nursing Home, in Plantagenet, ON have faced unprecedented challenges and stress for the last several years due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
We look forward to working with President, Lula and the Brazilian trade union movement to strengthen worker protections and restore labour rights that were taken away by the outgoing right-wing president, Jair Bolsonaro.
“We expect to meet in coming days with the federal Minister of Transport and we sincerely hope the minister will recognize that urgent action is required.”
"It’s gratifying to see the Liberals finally acknowledging this legislation is needed. Now, let’s get on with making it law.”
Telus technicians and call centre workers across Canada have overwhelmingly voted to give their union a 97% strike mandate, the United Steelworkers union (USW) Local 1944 announced Thursday. “I am proud of our members for rising up to give the union a strong strike mandate,” said Donna Hokiro, USW Local 1944 president. “The bargaining committee […]
The Steelworkers Humanity Fund is contributing to emergency relief including shelter, food, clothing and psychosocial support.
On the morning of October 4, a sacred fire will be lit to honour and remember missing and murdered Indigenous women and girls. This fire will burn in Sault Ste Marie, Ontario during the third USW National Gathering for Indigenous Steelworkers, held October 5-6 in that community. The USW National Aboriginal Committee thanks Firekeeper Mishomis […]