… predatory employment practices that target immigrants and women of colour like those in the East Danforth Community … union in the private sector, and represents South Asian women working in temporary staffing agencies in Toronto. Members of the EDCC and the South Asian Women’s Rights Organisation (SAWRO) held an emotional and …
… spot the sexism? November 18, 2014 Share Violence against women isn’t a series of isolated incidents, it’s a systemic … It’s all connected, and we can’t end violence against women without turning our attention to these issues. Over … Can you spot the sexism leaflet #3.pdf … Violence against women isn’t a series of isolated incidents, it’s a systemic …
… added insult to injury.” Unifor’s Prairie Regional Council Women's Committee Chairperson Cecily Howe experienced the … for her son. “My experience isn't unique. I've heard from women in my community and my workplace that the Saskatchewan … isn't working,” said Howe. “Spots are scarce and expensive. Women are leaving the workplace because they can't find or …
… care is a vital issue for our union – not just for the women of the union, but for everyone,” said Unifor Women’s Department Director Julie White. “If universal … We must remove this barrier.” Unifor regional council women’s committee chairs – Brenda Mason (B.C.), Sue McKinnon …
… history of activism in the union. Baker is a pioneer for women in the labour movement. She was President of Local … the bargaining team to make significant breakthroughs for women and achieved subsidized child care for workers at … history of activism in the union. Baker is a pioneer for women in the labour movement. She was President of Local …
… and Coca Cola Partner to Offer New Scholarships for Tradeswomen at Sheridan May 25, 2016 Share Unifor and Coca-Cola … initiative that will provide 15 new $2,000 scholarships for women enrolled in Sheridan College’s skilled trades … and Coca-Cola Refreshments Canada will encourage more women to consider this exciting career path,” said Dr. Jeff …
… Shipyard in Nova Scotia and Unifor’s sponsorship of a women and skilled trades project with Sheridan College. “If … of diversity and representation in the skilled trades. Women are almost invisible in industrial construction. Additionally, almost 50% of women Skilled Trades graduates are pushed out of their jobs …
… Dias, Unifor National President. “Unifor’s ground-breaking women’s advocate program is needed more than ever in these … coverage and safety shoes. The contract also includes new women’s advocate language in order to provide peer-support … Dias, Unifor National President. “Unifor’s ground-breaking women’s advocate program is needed more than ever in these …
… this afternoon. Equity-seeking groups such as Aboriginals, women and the disadvantaged are often hurt most when there … of how good jobs can address inequities in society. “The women – let’s face it, the women – who do that work deserve a decent wage.” Wynne …
… is a step in the right direction for affordable child care. Women shouldn’t have to choose between their career or … $2 billion invested by the Horgan government since 2018. “Women have been fighting for national child care for … B.C. agreement is one more important step towards advancing women’s equality.” B.C. is the first province to agree to …
… National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence against Women, Dias said Unifor was founded with a commitment to … our communities such as youth violence and violence against women. “Ending violence against women is our responsibility,” Dias said. “Sisters, that is …
… agreement with 11.25% total wage increases and their first Women’s Advocate and Racial Justice Advocate. “My … getting improvements to wages and benefits and negotiating Women's and Racial Justice Advocates. They should be very … agreement with 11.25% total wage increases and their first Women’s Advocate and Racial Justice Advocate. “My …
… funded by Unifor employers that also includes funding for women's advocates who help women facing violence and paid leave for skilled trades … to participate in relief efforts, conduct repairs at local women's shelters or other similar work. Unifor is also a …
… to a public inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women. The Greg Selinger government has also signalled that … for Manitobans living with cancer as well as expanding the Women’s Health Clinic. “Manitobans want a government that … to a public inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women. The Greg Selinger government has also signalled that …
… protect access to abortion services. “Health care workers, women, and all patients of sexual health clinics have been … clinics,” said Véronique Prevost, Unifor Ontario Regional Women's Committee Vice-Chair . The proposed legislation … the coverage of access zones,” said Lisa Kelly, Unifor Women’s Director. “Abortion rights have never simply been …
… with remarks from Angela MacDougall of Vancouver’s Battered Women’s Support Services. MacDougall is a well-known … who has worked for decades to end femicide, the killing of women and girls because of their gender. She shared … statistics about the alarming rise of violence against women during the pandemic and provided examples of the …
… per cent and is much higher for racialized and Indigenous women. “Women face different barriers when pursuing safe, meaningful … The government should act to confront the inequality that women experience through a strengthened Pay Transparency …
… April 20, 2022 Share Main Image Image Unifor, through the Women’s Department, has partnered with the Centre for Research & Education on Violence Against Women & Children (CREVAWC) at Western University to examine … can help us fight against it,” said Tracey Ramsey, Unifor Women’s Department Director. “It is our hope that through …
… The components of our program include a trained workplace Women's Advocate, protection from discipline where … The statistics show that these are overwhelmingly women. And we also know that women are overrepresented in the lowest paying jobs in our …
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