… Image On the Day of Mourning, we remember the thousands of workers who have been killed or injured on the job, or … the virus becoming endemic, we remind all locals and their leadership to use this moment to review protocols, identify … for training, and raise awareness among your members about the importance of workplace health and safety. As we …
… Helping workers means more than money for severance and tuition … hundreds came together with common messages. It took strong leadership from many parties to make that happen and to put … in this province. There seems to have been barely a thought about the cross-province web of related businesses and …
… Unifor support for Northern Pulp workers hits the airwaves … amid what has been an extremely divisive and heated debate about the mill’s plans for a modern effluent treatment plant … feeling unsure right now,” said Payne. “We continue to seek leadership from the premier and all political parties to …
… Facts on Unifor’s disaffiliation from the CLC January 18, 2018 Share Image Why did Unifor leave the CLC? This dispute is about the governance of the Canadian Labour Congress and its … for not putting principles into practice. Unifor’s leadership believes strongly that in order to make things …
… Atlantic executive June 9, 2021 Share Main Image Image History was made at Atlantic Regional Council last weekend with … Secretary-Treasurer Lana Payne recognized the need forleadership to reflect all members of the union. “Unifor is … Linda MacNeil said this is only one step towards bringing about real, actionable change. “We have a lot of work ahead …
… Nominate a Member for the Bud Jimmerfield Award May 16, 2023 Share Main Image … Bud’s legacy. The award nominee must demonstrate strong leadership, community activism and a proven commitment to … at Canadian Council in Halifax, August 17-18, 2023. Read about 2022 Bud Jimmerfield award winner Marc Roussel and …
… Top Five Questions & Answers on Unifor’s Disaffiliation January 30, 2018 Share Main Image Image … to remove Unifor as an affiliate from the CLC, it is not about removing the active participation in Canada’s labour … the CLC? Change never happens without challenge. Unifor’s leadership believes strongly that in order to make things …
… Unifor statement: Province must take leadership in Northern Pulp situation November 14, 2018 … Pulp mill in Pictou County. The union is very concerned about the tense situation in the community, including the …
… Unifor sets up in the Battery Valley in Bécancour, Quebec … Unifor's Quebec Director, Daniel Cloutier, and the local leadership team. Members had the opportunity to engage in fruitful discussions about Unifor's future projects in the region, demonstrating …
… Unifor standing up for Rights at Work January 10, 2014 Share … threats posed to basic labour rights, and what they can do about it. “Without unions and collective bargaining, it will … Rights at Work campaign and to talk to the union’s top leadership and research staff about these issues. The Harper …
… increases, job security gains August 22, 2014 Share ABBOTSFORD, BC , Aug. 22, 2014 /CNW/ - Unifor members at the … cuts to young workers' benefits. "This strike was always about keeping good, stable jobs in Abbotsford , and our … our members in Abbotsford showed a lot of courage and leadership. They showed that workers can make gains and …
… Voting out the Tories top priority August 27, 2015 Share “Are we ready?” … Current NDP MPs Peggy Nash and Ruth Ellen Brosseau spoke about women in electoral politics, alongside Nancy Peckford, … place in politics.” Nancy Peckford spoke of women’s leadership within the labour movement and commended the …
… Unifor Economist Jim Stanford takes on Stephen Harper economic … Partnership trade deal. "The Conservatives talk a lot about trade and globalization, yet Canada's exports have performed worse under their leadership than under any other postwar government, and we …
… Unifor applauds federal and provincial support for electric … at Ford Motor Company. “Today is an historic day. Today is about a vision…It’s about saying to young people that we … vehicles shows that as a nation we are taking a global leadership role in the development and manufacturing of …
… Racial Justice Forums build a toolkit for tackling racism in workplaces … from coast-to-coast. The sessions bring together union leadership, activists, employers and community organizations … equity and inclusion advisor Evelyn Bradley spoke about building a workspace that’s safe and accountable by …
… Media Advisory - Unifor Rights at Work campaign comes to Ottawa … threats to basic labour rights, and what they can do about it. "Without unions and collective bargaining, it will … Rights at Work campaign and to talk to the union's top leadership and research staff about these issues. Similar …
… Image Racial bias exists in every newsroom in Canada now more than ever we must rethink and reflect on how we report … you can’t fix what you don’t see,” said Trichur who spoke about the importance of diversity in leadership and management roles in newsrooms. “Workers of …
… Rally fighting health care privatization sets tone for NOLM February 25, 2023 Share Main Image Image Waving … St. N. as a precursor to Unifor’s two-day Northern Ontario Leadership Meeting (NOLM). Image “There’s no question in my … it’s criminal,” said Vaugeois. “They keep talking about the thousands of nurses they’ve hired. Have we seen …
… Unifor Energy Council delegates gather to plan national campaign … President Jerry Dias was present to speak to delegates about the importance of energy jobs to communities across … that there is a transition underway that requires federal leadership and a long-term plan for energy workers.” To get …
… In historic first, federal sector workers get ten paid sick days … for all federal private sector workers. “Today is a day of leadership, and shows what can be done when you are aggressive and progressive… It’s about the millions of Canadians who are depending on …
… is nearly here! Happening in Halifax from August 17-19, more than 1,000 delegates will discuss, debate and vote on … will also have an opportunity to hear from the national leadership team, great speakers, and debate and vote on … the council proceedings and to keep all members informed about the important business of the union, a copy of the …
… Abolition Act took effect laying a pathway to freedom for enslaved people in British colonies across the globe, … and training, electing Black and Indigenous people into leadership roles at all levels, deepening our … to eradicate racism in Canada. We are committed to learning about and highlighting the contributions of Black and …
… Unifor declares support for Sudbury by-election NDP candidate … . "We're pleased to support her." "I think Suzanne's leadership in the film and television industry will serve us … outlined her campaign platform. "This byelection is about making sure that the voices of people in Sudbury are …
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