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Policy Regarding Local Union Elections

… Policy Regarding Local Union Elections File File C-001_ Policy Regarding … Elections (PDF) This policy is a supplement to the Unifor Constitution. It falls within the authority of the … This policy is a supplement to the Unifor Constitution. It falls within the authority of the …
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Unifor Statement on All Local Union Elections

… Unifor Statement on All Local Union Elections April 28, 2026 … The rules must be consistent with the rules outlined in the Policy Regarding Local Union Elections , made by the National Union … The rules must be consistent with the rules outlined in the Policy Regarding Local Union Elections , made by the …
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'Elbows Up' for Canada’s media sector

… 'Elbows Up' for Canada’s media sector May 13, 2025 Share Main Image Image … and his administration has also raised concerns regarding the Digital Services Tax (DST) and some new … news, has always been a key component of Canadian broadcast policy. The revenue and viewership generated through the …
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Unifor proud of its role during the federal election

… Unifor proud of its role during the federal election November 5, … three, four, five times an hour different advertisement regarding Andrew Scheer or Doug Ford or whomever saying … are going to the polls, whether federally, provincially or locally. I’m always astounded by those in the labour …
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Democratic Institutions

… Democratic Institutions Image With 310,000 members in more than 20 sectors of the Canadian economy, Unifor is the … elect their workplace representation, committee members, Local Union leadership and delegates to conventions and … reforms. To download a fact sheet about Unifor's priorities regarding democratic institutions (PDF) click the link …
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Black History Month: Unifor members speak on activism Week 1

… Black History Month: Unifor members speak on activism Week 1 February … contributions and those who inspired them. Ruth Pryce Local 1106, Recipient of the 2020 100 Accomplished Black … served on her local’s Women’s and Education committees. Her union training includes grievance handing, workplace …
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Bill 254 Frequently Asked Questions

… What is a Third Party? A third party is a person, group or entity other than a political party, candidate or … This could include advertising about important public policy issues that directly affect our members. Can Unifor Locals run Political Advertising in Ontario? Running …
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Unifor’s Objections to Bill 254

… Unifor’s Objections to Bill 254 File File … joining with other trade unions in support of shared public policy concerns and objectives. Unifor disagrees with the … is “the highest authority governing Unifor, its Local Unions, subordinate bodies, members elected or …
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Local Union Finances Roles, Responsibilities and Best Practices

… financial practices in their roles as outlined in the Unifor Constitution Article 15. Sec C subsection 9-16, Sec G … bylaws of the local union must contain a donation expense policy. Donations over a certain amount (e.g. $1,000) must … National’s dues department of any changes sent to employer regarding dues formula voted by the membership. …
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Unifor Submission on Bill C-58

… Unifor Submission on Bill C-58 File File Unifor Submission on … a summary of Fairness on the Line, set the record straight regarding the arguments presented by some employers and … that “the limited variability of the replacement ban policy variable makes it difficult to pin down its marginal …
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Making the most of the CUSMA review

… Making the most of the CUSMA review File Télécharger le rapport en PDF] Worker- and climate-focused options for … Trew is a senior researcher with the Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives where he directs the CCPA’s Trade and … labour found in Article 23.6. Include specific obligations regarding the resources devoted to enforcement agencies and …
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Unifor’s Workers in Transition Guide

… Unifor’s Workers in Transition Guide File File Download the … priority areas, for example, modifications to the uniform policy or workplace education. What’s important is that the … how and when they want to handle it. Ask about their needs regarding washrooms and change rooms, and ensure they know …
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Unifor Bill 74 Submission to Ontario Social Policy Committee on Health Care

… Unifor Bill 74 Submission to Ontario Social Policy Committee on … a step back on Bill 74 and properly consult with Ontarians regarding the impact of this wide-ranging bill. Significant … WHO WE ARE Unifor is Canada’s largest private sector labour union, with … a step back on Bill 74 and properly consult with Ontarians regarding the impact of this wide-ranging bill. Significant …
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Unifor’s comments on the proposed emergency order issued under section 80 of the Species at Risk Act to provide for the protection of caribou, boreal population (Rangifer tarandus)

… Unifor’s comments on the proposed emergency order issued under … across Canada. We are the country’s largest private- sector union, with broad exposure in every major sector of the … 5  of the 10 local caribou populations identified in Quebec, eight are in … call for the creation of a modern and visionary industrial policy to ensure the future development of the forestry …
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National Climate Task Force 2022-2025 Report

… National Climate Task Force 2022-2025 Report INTRODUCTION Unifor’s National Climate … must have a seat at the table, whether to ensure that policy reactions to the climate crisis reflect workers’ … for new technologies, and limited EV range were noted. Regarding workforce numbers and layoffs or new hires, most …
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Unifor Submission to Ontario’s Anti-Racism Strategic Plan Review

… Unifor Submission to Ontario’s Anti-Racism Strategic Plan Review … based on the strategic plan’s existing five pillars: Policy, research and evaluation Sustainability and … collected around employment standards violations, incidents regarding workplace health and safety, and barriers in …
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Bargaining Workers’ Power

… Bargaining Workers’ Power   Page Components Watch the video     … the threat of recession brought about by reckless monetary policy in the fight against inflation, as well as various … Unifor will: Develop and strengthen contract language regarding training and skill development opportunities and …
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