Steelworkers Vote Ontario 2022 – Apply today

USW District 6 Ontario

It’s election year in Ontario. That means it’s time to get ready for Steelworkers Vote schools.

Steelworkers are involved in politics because laws and policies have a big impact on our union, our workplaces and our communities. These schools are great opportunities to learn about politics, build a network of engaged Steelworkers and volunteer for the NDP.

Apply to attend a Steelworkers Vote school: click here

Choose from one online option or three in-person locations, public health guidelines permitting.

Online:	In-person:
Held over three days, plus volunteer hours expected after class each day. See dates below.*	Held over 5 weekdays plus volunteer hours on the weekend and after class each day. In-person schools will move online if public health restrictions require it. Proof of vaccination is required. See dates below.*

Those accepted to attend must have the support of their local union. Local unions will be reimbursed for participant lost time, per diem and hotel (if applicable) by the USW International Office.

“Being a part of Steelworkers Vote has helped me gain knowledge and experience to be a part of exciting campaigns in future elections. I will carry the information and connections made during the course with me for many years. Thank you, Steelworkers, for putting on such an amazing class.”

Shannon Horner
USW Local 8782, Nanticoke, Ont.

“I am calling on members of our union to get involved in this election. We need to bring workers’ issues and voices to the forefront. Let’s see some USW boots on the ground for the Ontario NDP!”

Myles Sullivan
USW District 6 Director

Steelworkers Vote Course Dates*

Online • Wed-Fri., April 6-8 (3 days)

Weekday in-person schools

(We will volunteer on Sunday evening before class begins. We are volunteering in the evenings after class, Mon.-Fri., and on Sat. am before returning home.)

Toronto • Sunday, May 1 – Saturday, May 7

Sudbury • Monday, May 9 – Saturday, May 14

Cambridge • Wednesday, May 25 – Tuesday, May 31 (includes weekend volunteering, May 28-29)

Click here to apply to attend a Steelworkers Vote school

Questions? Send an email to vote@usw.ca

* Dates subject to change

Do you need help with child care or elder care in order to attend? Learn more about the Family Care Reimbursement Program from the Family and Community Education Fund: usw.ca/fcef-care

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