Bargaining

Unifor members ratify new contract at Fairmont Empress

VICTORIA—Wage increases and mental health benefits are key improvements in a collective agreement ratified today by Unifor Local 4276 at the Fairmont Empress Hotel.

“Hospitality workers are the backbone of the industry. Their work must be respected and recognized in their collective agreements,” said Unifor National President Lana Payne. “We’re proud of the Unifor members at the Fairmont Empress who bargained hard for strong improvements.”

BC Transit workers in Victoria vote 97% in favour of strike action

VICTORIA – Unifor Local 333-BC members at BC Transit in Victoria, British Columbia have voted 97 per cent in favour of strike action, delivering a strong mandate to their bargaining committee as contract talks continue.

“There’s a reason members voted the way they did, and it comes down to wanting to be treated fairly for essential work,” said Unifor National President Lana Payne. “This mandate puts real weight behind our committee, and we’ll use it to push for the agreement these transit workers have earned.”

Auto Talks 2026 Message from Lana Payne: Bargaining begins June 22

On June 22, Unifor begins Detroit Three bargaining in what will be one of the most consequential rounds of auto negotiations our union has faced. 

We’re heading into these negotiations at a critical moment for auto workers. 

Unifor will begin negotiations with Ford Motor Company, where we believe we can establish the strongest possible pattern agreement for Detroit Three members.

Ontario Regional Director Samia Hashi visits Hyatt Regency Toronto hospitality workers

Unifor Ontario Regional Director Samia Hashi toured the Hyatt Regency Toronto to meet with hospitality workers represented by Unifor Local 112 and hear directly about the challenges facing members in the sector. 

“Hospitality workers keep Ontario’s hospitality economy running, and the work they do every day deserves respect, fair compensation, and safe working conditions,” said Unifor Ontario Regional Director Samia Hashi.