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 […]
In a thoughtful and insightful address, NDP Manitoba Premier Wab Kinew spoke to District 3 Conference delegates about his first year in government, relaying some key priorities and successes. Kinew was elected as the first ever Indigenous Premier in Manitoba on Oct. 3, 2023. Kinew is a former CBC broadcaster, a best-selling author and musician. […]
The District 3 Conference kicked off in Winnipeg bringing together 330 delegates from across western provinces and the northern territories, under the banner of Better work for everybody.