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USW Directors Statement for December 6, the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women

December 6, 2023 | Media Releases

No way! Violence isn’t “just part of the job” On December 6, 1989, 14 women were murdered at Montreal’s École Polytechnique because they wanted to work in an occupation historically dominated by men. Today, that kind of prejudice may seem very old-fashioned and out of date. But in 2023, workers who identify as female still […]

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Ryan McKenzie: From Marine Corps Service to Union Leadership

December 4, 2023 | News Articles

In a remarkable testament to the transition from military service to civilian life, Marine Corps Corporal Ryan McKenzie has embarked on an extraordinary journey with the military and the United Steelworkers. Ryan’s story not only highlights his dedication and personal growth but also underscores the USW’s Veterans of Steel program, which aims to support veterans […]

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Telus payroll system is an incomprehensible failure

November 29, 2023 | Media Releases

The United Steelworkers union (USW) Local 1944 is expressing concern over the ongoing payroll debacle at Telus, reflecting collective distress and frustration over the company’s recent implementation of a new payroll system. USW Local 1944 asserts that Telus has betrayed its workforce by subjecting them to eight weeks of widespread pay chaos, reminiscent of the […]

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Rogers Lockout Solidarity

Metro Vancouver Rogers workers vote to ratify contract ending lockout

November 21, 2023 | Media Releases

Nearly 300 locked-out Rogers Communications workers, members of the United Steelworkers union (USW) Local 1944, Unit 60, will be heading back to work on Wednesday after voting to ratify their new collective agreement. A tentative agreement was reached on Friday and voted on last night with 96% in favour of ratification. On Nov 6, the […]

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Pay equity backgrounder

Misc. Resources
December 6, 2023
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Raising the bar on women’s health and safety – Merchandise order form

Forms
November 29, 2023
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Steelworkers humanity fund update – September 2023

Research & Publications
October 20, 2023
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Feeling the heat of global warming: responding to a growing emergency

Steelworkers Humanity Fund Update – July 2023

September 25, 2023
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