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On November 13, members of Unifor Local 1075 took part in a flag-raising ceremony alongside Fort William First Nation (FWFN) at the Alstom plant in Thunder Bay, underscoring the union’s commitment to strengthening ties with Indigenous communities.
Local 1075 President Justin Roberts previously participated in Unifor’s Turtle Island course and felt that the local and employer could do more to build relationships in the community: “This flag-raising is a step in recognizing and respecting the contributions of local Indigenous communities.”
Elder Mariah Esquega welcomed participants to the ceremony and elected FWFN Chief Michelle Soloman commended the local for establishing a lasting symbol of the nation on company property. The event highlighted an ongoing collaboration between Unifor and FWFN leaders to foster a respectful working relationship rooted in mutual acknowledgment and solidarity.
The event was attended by Unifor Director of Indigenous Relations Gina Smoke and Local 229 BIWOC Chair Carrie Moffitt.
