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… Unifor members win journalism awards for COVID coverage March 15, … went wrong with Canada’s early COVID response. It explained why federal officials misjudged the urgency of the …

… Dias raises thousands for shelter October 18, 2013 Share Main Image Image Unifor National President Jerry Dias raised more than … walk is an opportunity to have a massive conversation about why we have women's shelters and the enduring force of …

… Unifor hosts powerful webinar to mark Asian Heritage Month … In celebration of Asian Heritage Month, Unifor brought members together for an unforgettable evening of learning, … often fail low-wage, racialized workers. That’s why we organize from the ground up.” Yam also shared …

… Striking Transdev workers put pressure on government with rally at the B.C. … Main Image Image After 15 weeks and stalled negotiations, Unifor held a rally in front of the British Columbia … authority—BC Transit—and the provincial government. “Why are we here now at the B.C. legislature? It’s because of …

… Unifor members gather at EI/CPP Conference to strengthen Canada’s … from 85% during the height of pandemic supports. That’s why the conference placed strong emphasis on political …

… Unifor Health & Safety and Workers' Compensation Conference … provided excellent networking opportunities for our members as we explored the world of Optimum Health with our … Ontario Office of Worker Advisor, sharing stories of why “Fighting Back Makes a Difference.” Our next national …

… Unifor’s 7 top videos of 2017 December 21, 2017 Share Main Image Image Throughout 2017, members told their stories through moving and persuasive … coverage suffers. What can you do? Add your story here for why you support local news. www.mediaactionplan.ca/stories   …

… Panel confronts racism in all forms March 23, 2021 Share Main Image Image Coming together … “We saw a violent act of racism just this past week,” Unifor Human Rights Director Christine Maclin said as she … confronted racism on the job. “They did not talk about it. Why? Because they were scared and it was the only job they …

… Unifor members honoured at Hillman journalism awards March 31, 2023 … are also putting our democracy at risk and that is why the journalism that is honoured here tonight is so …

… Striking Dominion workers call for cross-country action on live-streamed rally … Image As support grows for striking grocery store workers, Unifor Local 597 members in Newfoundland stood up to their … eliminating full-time jobs and creating part-time jobs. Why? So that they can pay you less and not provide you …

… Members phone Premier Ford to demand Ontario sign federal child care deal February … accessible, affordable, quality child care nationwide. “Unifor members are frustrated that Ontario is the last … or one of the key government ministers below and tell them why we need accessible, affordable, quality child care now. …

… Join union activists from across North America in fight for racial justice March 9, 2021 Share Main Image Image Unifor is proud to join other unions across North America in … it is the great divide among workers everywhere, which is why we have to step up our efforts and break through …

… World Press Freedom Day May 2, 2022 Share Main Image Image … the problem once a year and hope it will get better. That’s why Unifor has created a plan to combat press freedom violations …

… Hudson’s Bay Company illegally slashes workers’ commissions during liquidation April 22, 2025 Share Main Image Image TORONTO— Unifor is calling out Hudson’s Bay Company (HBC) for … their pay is being cut without negotiation. This is exactly why we need stronger legislative protections and enforceable …

… Fish Processors Put Profits Over People in Push to Open Fishery April 6, … place before the fishery begins,” says Keith Sullivan, FFAW-Unifor President. FFAW-Unifor and processing company … COVID-19 is particularly harmful to older people, which is why harvesters and plant workers are demanding that …

… Unifor fights for safety and rights of media workers on … a toxic culture for journalists and media workers. That’s why Unifor has created a website to support journalists and … represents more than 10,000 media workers, including 5,000 members in the broadcast and film industries. Our union was …

… 14, 2024 Share Main Image Image By Lana Payne My hope for Canadian workers is that decades of struggle to advance … undermining the fundamental right to strike of 240 Unifor members. CN Rail has recorded profits totalling $6.6 … shamelessly union-bust than negotiate – proving exactly why we need anti-scab laws in every single jurisdiction in …

… 2018 Share Main Image Image Each week throughout Black History Month Unifor is sharing stories of members to recognize the … us of the role that Black Canadians have in activism and why more need to be more engaged civically. Olal summed it …

… start. The weekend of ideas and debates ended today with formation of a Round Table group to include leading Canadian … of this Summit will continue with this Round Table group," Unifor National President Jerry Dias said. "We have here a … work deserves money,” he said. Dias said such stories are why the Summit was needed. “Young people today are being …

… Canadians deserve better than misinformed battery plant debate November 25, 2023 Share Main … and signed by the Conservatives themselves back in 2014. Unifor was among the few groups vocally opposed to the Korea … border. It’s as simple as that. But in today’s politics, why should facts get in the way of good story?   Hide Image …

… Unifor statement on the International Day to End Impunity on … access and anonymity that made it even easier for members of the public to target journalists and media … unpunished and support for journalists are lacking. That is why Unifor has created a plan of action to combat the …

… Members wrestle with rising hate in communities and workplaces at Pride Conference May 2, 2023 Share Main Image Image Unifor members battled with a steep and destabilizing … he said. “We’re here whether you want to see us or not. Why do you want to go into schools and read books in drag? …

… on closing day August 20, 2023 Share Main Image Image Unifor’s Canadian Council focused on supporting mental … because the buck stops with them,” said Desgagné. “Why are people stressed? There is a shortage of labour, …