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Unifor hosts third annual Black History Month celebration

… Unifor hosts third annual Black History Month celebration March 4, 2026 Share Main Image Image Unifor members from across the country gathered in person at the … “We know that this past year has been challenging across sectors and workplaces,” said Ontario Regional Director …
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Profit Doesn’t Care: Unifor rallies during federal funding negotiations

… Profit Doesn’t Care: Unifor rallies during federal funding negotiations February 8, … to demand that people are put ahead of profits. Unifor members from health care and many other sectors united in … underfund hospitals. Murray cited examples of paramedic services forced to wait hours before transferring care and …
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Limited progress in conciliation for Nova Scotia Health Care

… Limited progress in conciliation for Nova Scotia Health Care November 30, 2017 Share Main … well together to make sure progress continues on behalf of members. It is important to note that the task was made much … Council continues to work toward negotiating an essential services agreement (ESA) with the employers. The ESA is …
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NS government invites further upheaval with Bill 1

… , Feb. 20, 2015 /CNW/ - The Bill 1 rollercoaster ride for Unifor's Nova Scotia health care members got even bumpier Friday when the government … 1 rollercoaster ride for Unifor's Nova Scotia health care members got even bumpier Friday when the government …
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Ontario Budget Watch: Show up at consultations with labour allies

… government spending directly affects the lives of workers in Ontario. Budgets represent the government’s priorities, and Unifor members are clearly stating what their priorities are. … and public sector workers alike rely on strong public services like healthcare and post-secondary education and …
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Unifor forms Ontario health care alliance

… Unifor forms Ontario health care alliance March 28, 2018 Share … to the National President. More than 200 health care members, including nursing staff, personal support workers, … 4,500 workers in long term care facilities, ambulance services, community care, and clinics in Northern Ontario. …
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Unifor women across Canada mark International Women’s Day

… Unifor women across Canada mark International Women’s Day March … Main Image Image In an Online Event on March 8, 2022, women members of Unifor from across Canada gathered virtually to … Bill 124 that supresses wages for public sector workers in sectors dominated by women. Atlantic Regional Director Linda …
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Unifor Regional Directors’ letter to Premiers regarding the COVID-19 pandemic

… Unifor Regional Directors’ letter to Premiers regarding the … concern our union has for the health and well-being of our membership cannot be overstated. Many in the hospitality, … due to illness); Waive all fees for registration or other services at all health institutions including any planned …
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Unifor joins Solidarity Pact in Alberta

… Unifor joins Solidarity Pact in Alberta March 27, 2025 Share … workers in a bold stand for workers’ rights and public services. “Unifor is proud to help lead this united front in … Front campaign will coordinate advocacy actions, mobilize members province-wide, and demand public sector budgets that …
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Unifor launches campaign to encourage members to vote in the federal election

… Unifor launches campaign to encourage members to vote in the … Unifor members are concerned about their jobs, public services and affordability, and in this election, we’re … crisis in our country. The union’s more than 45 member organizers will be contacting members across the …
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Unifor is fighting to protect workers from COVID-19

… Unifor is fighting to protect workers from COVID-19 March 18, … situation for all working people, including Unifor members across Canada. In hospitality and gaming, education, … and prevent further spread in long-term care homes. In many sectors, including transportation and telecommunications, in …
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A Framework For Reopening Our Province

… A Framework For Reopening Our Province April 28, 2020 Share Main … has had on this province cannot be overstated. Many Unifor members continue to stand at the frontlines of this crisis, … to work, although not at the expense of their personal health and safety. It is critical that Ontario take a …
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Unifor’s submission to Ontario’s 2023 Budget Consultation

… Unifor’s submission to Ontario’s 2023 Budget Consultation File … largest union in the private sector representing 315,000 members, 160,000 of whom live and work in Ontario. Unifor … government immediately implement the items below. Public Services Unifor is growing increasingly alarmed by the …
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Through this pandemic, workers will exercise their power

… Through this pandemic, workers will exercise their power September 3, 2020 Share … From transport to telecommunications, and all across the services sector. I hear it every day.  Workers feel … workers pass.  Over the past week, more than 1,400 Unifor members in Newfoundland have hit picket lines at …
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Follow up to pre-budget presentation to Minister Fortier

… Follow up to pre-budget presentation to Minister Fortier March 30, 2021 Share Main Image Image The Honourable … element in making this a reality. Unifor represents 315,000 members in every sector of the economy across Canada. Just … care, public transit and other public goods – both in the services provided and in the strong stable employment the …
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Day of Mourning 2021

… Image On April 28, our heart-felt condolences are extended for the tragic loss of life occurring across the country due … heightened safety concerns of this COVID-19 pandemic. We remember: Leonard Rodriques, Local 40             Mike … workplaces, with many who are continuing to offer essential services, despite the risks to their health and to that of …
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Urgent memo to Unifor retail members regarding COVID-19

… Urgent memo to Unifor retail members regarding COVID-19 March 16, 2020 Share … and pharmacies. As staff representing workers in these sectors, it is imperative that we not only ensure proper … proper procedures are in place to protect the health of our members, but that – if ill – our members have full …
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New Member Booklet

… New Member Booklet Image With your membership in Unifor, you are united with 315,000 workers from every major … in its team of expert staff across the country that provide services and support to Locals and their members. To service … With your membership in Unifor, you are united with 315,000 workers …
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Unifor Submission on the 2025 Federal Budget

… Unifor Submission on the 2025 Federal Budget File File Unifor - … communications as well as the public and private services sectors. On behalf of our members, Unifor welcomes the opportunity to share a summary … the public and private services sectors. On behalf of our members, Unifor welcomes the opportunity to share a summary …
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Roundtable on taking action against racism and Islamophobia

… continued commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion Unifor will be convening a special  National Roundtable on … including the Ministries of Education, Community and Social Services, Culture and Citizenship and Immigration. In the … local and national level, but also find ways to support our members who want to become anti-racist and migrant justice …
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Ontario must better protect workers from the crisis that lays ahead

… Ontario must better protect workers from the crisis that lays ahead January 13, 2021 … that will stop the spread of COVID-19 and prevent our health care system from being overwhelmed. In order to get a … You must step up and protect Ontario’s workers. Unifor members in retail and warehousing, manufacturing, in the …
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