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Justice for global garment workers

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‘Enough Is Enough,’ Steelworkers Say as Federal Government Betrays Another 1,700 Pensioners

December 17, 2015 | Media Releases

WABUSH, NL – More than 1,700 Cliffs Natural Resources pensioners learned today they will suffer a substantial loss of income because federal laws continue to protect corporations over workers and retirees, says the United Steelworkers (USW). “Today another 1,700 families in Labrador and Quebec have been victimized by federal laws that allow corporations to break […]

“A conference to get ideas to benefit everyone”

July 23, 2015 | News Articles

Aboriginal Steelworkers from coast to coast came together for the first-ever National Consultation Workshop to build a stronger union movement by sharing ideas, needs and experiences.Held in Winnipeg on July 20 and 21, the conference brought together over 60 participants. Here’s a sneak peek of how the workshop went, in the words of the participants: […]

Image: The United Steelworkers union shines a light in downtown Toronto to tell Telus to end offshoring of jobs.

Unionized Telus workers take action across Canada for a fair contract

November 25, 2022 | Media Releases

“At a time when the company is pulling in massive profits, Telus can afford to give their workers more job security and wage increases.”

Marty Warren, USW National Director for Canada, and USW staff join Kalpona Akter, Executive Director, Bangladesh Center for Workers Solidarity at a press conference on Parliament Hill

Canadian Tire accused of failing to protect human rights

November 22, 2022 | Media Releases

Complaint to Canadian government alleges retailer Mark’s and parent company Canadian Tire have contravened international human rights standards.

Image: A group of people standing outside. Everyone is surround a traditional teepee.

Indigenous Steelworkers advance their rights at third national gathering

November 9, 2022 | News Articles

In early October, more than 120 Steelworkers, staff and guests met in Sault Ste. Marie, Ont. for the third National Gathering of Indigenous Steelworkers.

Labour strife at airports across eastern Canada demands federal intervention, Steelworkers union says

October 26, 2022 | Media Releases

“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.”

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Events

Second meeting of the USW Network for Women in Industry

November 16, 2022 at 8:30 PM - 10:00 PM Virtual event

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Photo of a woman in industrial work gear and yellow hard hat with their arms crossed.

First meeting of the USW Network for Women in Industry

June 1, 2022

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Welcome to District 5

Justice for global garment workers

Essential Everyday

‘Enough Is Enough,’ Steelworkers Say as Federal Government Betrays Another 1,700 Pensioners

“A conference to get ideas to benefit everyone”

News

Unionized Telus workers take action across Canada for a fair contract

Canadian Tire accused of failing to protect human rights

Indigenous Steelworkers advance their rights at third national gathering

Labour strife at airports across eastern Canada demands federal intervention, Steelworkers union says

Events

Second meeting of the USW Network for Women in Industry

First meeting of the USW Network for Women in Industry

Resources

2021 Survey Results Regarding the Impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic on Steelworkers

Quebec’s Bill 59 Is UNACCEPTABLE!

United Steelworkers Guide to Preventing and Dealing with Harassment Within our Union

Amidst Historic Upheaval, Steelworkers’ Solidarity Endures

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