Government and Democracy

Unifor launches campaign to encourage members to vote in the federal election

TORONTO- Unifor launches Unifor Votes campaign to get out the union vote ahead of the April 28 federal election. 

“Working people across Canada have been caught in the crosshairs of an escalating trade war launched by the United States against our economy. Tens of thousands of jobs, communities and entire industries are on the line,” said Unifor National President Lana Payne. “It’s time to vote to protect Canadian jobs and ask all parties what they plan to do to build a strong, resilient economy in Canada.”

Mining Sector Council Position on Tariffs

Canada’s mining sector is facing an unprecedented attack from the Trump Administration, which has yet again trained its sights on Canadian metals and minerals. After losing a trade war against Canada’s aluminum and steel industries in 2018-19, Trump is now threatening all of Canada’s mining and metals sector with up to 50% tariffs.

Energy Sector Council Position on Tariffs

Secure Canada’s energy and energy product supply chains

Unifor is mobilizing an economy-wide fightback against U.S. tariffs on Canadian products with sector specific analyses.

A key component of the campaign is working with the federal government and the provinces to provide a bold policy options that would protect Canadian jobs and support workers impacted by the economic consequences of an irrational and aggressive American trade war.

Alberta Budget 2025 puts corporations first, leaves workers behind

EDMONTON—The Alberta government’s 2025 budget delivers tax cuts while shifting costs onto workers, underfunding public services, and funnelling more money into private schools at the expense of the public education system.  

“Workers aren’t fooled by this government’s spin,” said Unifor National President Lana Payne. “This budget gives tax cuts with one hand but takes from workers with the other through higher fees, property tax hikes, and underfunding public education and health care.”