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… International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination Statement 2025 March 13, 2025 Share … workers, address racial discrimination, and promote equity. Unifor education programs —Providing training and …

… Emancipation Day a reminder that racial justice is a continuing fight July 25, 2024 Share … in Canada. Acknowledging Emancipation Day does not mean equity and equality have been achieved. Rather, it is the recognition of African Canadian history as an important part of Canada’s story, serving as a …

… Unifor continues to promote equity with federal Anti-Racism … positive impact on the lives of Black, Indigenous and racialized people across the country,” said Jerry Dias, …

… Halifax Discovery Centre workers ratify collective agreement November 28, 2023 Share … secure a standing labour-management meeting agenda item on equity that uses language from the union’s Racial Justice Advocate and Women’s Advocate programs .  …

… Aboriginal and Workers of Colour Conference inspires activism … movement is to fight racism and fight for economic justice, equity and inclusion for all, and AWOC is leading the way, … in our communities, the continual anti-black racism, racial profiling of youth by police and a rise of groups …

… New equity positions big wins in Masco Canada contract March 8, 2024 Share Main Image Image Unifor Local 27 members have ratified a new three-year agreement … and newly created positions for  Women’s Advocate ,  Racial Justice Advocate , and 2SLGBTQ+ Advocate.  The 398 …

… In light of the recent rise in hate-based violence, Unifor is proud to host a round-table discussion to address … and organizations, and take effective action against racial and religious intolerance. “We are hoping that … “The round-table bears testimony to Unifor’s commitment to equity, social justice, diversity and inclusion.” The …

… Unifor hosts powerful webinar to mark Asian Heritage Month May … he said. “Traditional institutions often fail low-wage, racialized workers. That’s why we organize from the ground … for the Q&A portion of the webinar, Unifor Director of Equity and Racial Justice Tricia Wilson reflected on how to …

… women and women’s achievements and to continue the push for gender justice.  It was started by working women to call … to action and persistence towards full equality for all equity-seeking groups. When we work collectively, across our … committees and local executives. We continue to fight for racial justice advocates , paid sick days ,  fair pay , …

… Unifor celebrates black excellence at second annual national … empowered, and deeply connected to the ongoing fight for racial justice and equity in our workplaces and communities. “Black history is …

… Abolition Act took effect laying a pathway to freedom for enslaved people in British colonies across the globe, … levels, deepening our anti-discrimination work, bargaining equity programs that support the hiring, retention and … acknowledgment of Emancipation Day as an important step for racial justice. We have power to drive change. Today is a …

… Image Image March 8 is International Women’s Day and Unifor is not going to let COVID-19 stop us from celebrating our … elected to bargaining committees or from fighting for racial justice advocates , paid sick days , fair pay , … year has taken its toll, but it has also shone a light on equity and equality unlike we have seen in a long time. We …

… Leadec workers make solid gains in new contract October 20, 2021 … gains for our members but also made equally important equity improvements as well.” The agreement will introduce … equity positions for both a Women's Advocate and a Racial Justice Advocate to support union members. The …

… Unifor hosts national training summit to build equity through … events, programs, and structures, such as workplace Racial Justice Advocates, Women’s Advocates, equity …

… The unstoppable women of Unifor celebrate child care victory at 2022 Women’s Conference … implementation of the national child care program, pay equity and so much more.” Celebrating the recent adoption of … development, moments of reflection, and engaging panels on racial justice and political action.  On Sunday evening, …

… 28, 2022 Share Main Image Image The newest unit to join Unifor, Local 673, is celebrating its first deal with group … and 10 paid sick days. Unifor also secured diversity and racial justice language in the contract, as well as language for pay equity and mental health. The local and Benecaid also agreed …

… Panel confronts racism in all forms March 23, 2021 Share Main Image Image Coming together … attack in Atlanta, Ga., participants in a recent webinar on racial justice reflected on both the history of racism in … I couldn’t understand what was happening.” Zenei Cortex, equity ambassador National Nurse United in the U.S., said …

… Image Image On this International Human Rights Day, Unifor reaffirms our commitment to standing with workers, … rights and wellbeing of working people, especially women, racialized communities, Indigenous peoples, 2SLGBTQIA+ … rhetoric. We are committed to  amplifying the voices of equity deserving groups within the workforce, to ensure …

… Unifor members at Pilkington Glass make major wage gains in new … while also making important breakthroughs for equity,” said Daniel Bernard-Hovianseian, Unifor Local 222 … significant progress on equity with the establishment of a Racial Justice Advocate and an Anti-Racism Action Plan in …