2021

Pride, hope and optimism this holiday season

"As I reflect on my pending retirement as USW National Director, I am more proud than ever of our collective efforts to advance workers’ rights and build a better society." – Ken Neumann

Steelworkers union joins drive for labour rights accountability at world’s largest money manager

Unions are holding pension fund and money managers accountable. Workers’ capital must not undermine workers’ rights around the globe.

Hawkesbury Volunteer Firefighters solidify gains in new contract

Hawkesbury Volunteer Firefighters in Eastern Ontario have ratified a new collective agreement that provides across-the-board 2% wage increases.

News@6 – December 2021

In this issue: Director Warren signs off with gratitude • Workers in the Legislature • Bargaining successes • Barrie Steelworkers make great neighbours • Sault Ste. Marie Steelworkers mark first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation • more

Ken Neumann statement for International Human Rights Day

Each year on December 10th, the United Steelworkers observe Human Rights Day. The recognition of human rights is at the core of Steelworker values and activism.

Ken Neumann’s statement for December 6, the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women

Union education and political action are two ways to help end the violence.

2021 USW Cares District 6 Jefferson Award winner, Local Union 9329

USW Local Union 9329 represents the service workers and registered nurses of a long-term care home in a rural area of Ontario.

Breastfeeding and mining belong together

At the Highland Valley Copper mine in B.C., parents returning to work from maternity and parental leave get safe places provided by the employer where they can express and store breast milk, an initiative of the local's Women's Committee.

2021 USW Cares, District 5 Jefferson Award winner, Denis Grenier

Denis Grenier of Local 9996 has been selected as District 5’s 2021 USW Cares Jefferson Award recipient for founding the non-profit Cancer Fermont.

Steelworkers negotiate across-the-board improvements at bearings manufacturer

Members of USW Local 9042-23 have ratified a new five-year collective agreement that brings across-the board improvements for 114 workers at NTN Bearing in Mississauga, Ont.

Every Child Matters – Chaque enfant compte

Quebec Steelworkers are honouring and recognizing Sept. 30 – the first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

A Fair Deal for Valley Manor Employees

Facing Fossil Fuels’ Future: Challenges and Opportunities for Workers in Canada’s Energy and Labour Transitions

University ‘Dons’ Achieve Historic First Contract

Collective agreement brings fairness, equity and a real voice in the workplace that were long overdue for a unique group of workers.

Indigenous Women Take Action Against Violence

Ken Neumann’s statement for October 4, National Day to Commemorate Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women

Oct. 26 – Steelworkers Talk Politics – Engaging Hearts and Minds: Voter Engagement and our Union

All Steelworkers are invited to join our next Steelworkers Talk Politics online event, where we have a chance to informally exchange ideas and opinions about political issues of the day.

Solidarity for the National Day of Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls

A Statement from USW District 6 Director Marty Warren.