… Lana Payne’s call-to-action for members April 9, 2014 Share On the same day that … Canadians. “We have to be very clear to any government: you take these actions at your own peril,” Payne said. “They may …
… Ontario workers fight back November 8, 2018 Share Main Image Image … rights that workers have fought for in Ontario will not be taken away so easily. “We’ve seen this before. Whenever they … day in between, Unifor members plan and execute targeted actions in their workplaces and communities across Ontario. …
… focuses on self-care, solidarity and empowering stories October 28, 2024 Share Main Image Image Sometimes, for big ideas to grow, all it takes is a seed to be planted. This year’s Black, Indigenous … it was to witness these women turn grief and loss into action – one that is about healing, about hope, and about …
… Joie Warnock highlights incredible work for equity, fair contracts in western region August 20, … of what’s possible through our mobilizing and political action.” Warnock spoke directly to Saskatchewan Crown workers who are preparing to take job action. “We are fighting against a premier who saw …
… Unifor’s Dec. 6 vigil sparks a renewed call to action December 7, 2021 Share Main Image Image Thirty-two … positions of power at Unifor are committing to speak up and takeaction to prevent gender-based violence. By naming the …
… Skill-building Tips for Young Union Activists Image If you feel like you’re … Unifor Young Workers have been calling all members to action by saying: Our Future is Worth the Fight ! It’s … Look after yourself! None of what we do as activists should take priority over your physical and mental well-being. It’s …
… Regional Council, held in Whistler November 22-24, 2019. "For the past few decades, workers have been sold a lie, their … continue to rise and to lobby all levels of government to take aggressive action to combat climate change. … It was a celebration of …
… October 21, 2023 Share Main Image Image The ninth Unifor B.C. Regional Council opened with remarks from Alec Dan … in a forestry sector in crisis. He concluded with a call to action for delegates to keep up the fight: “Workers must … to review the important human rights work that Unifor undertakes, from taking action in the Tears to Hope relays to …
… health system February 8, 2022 Share Main Image Image TORONTO — Unifor representatives and frontline Registered … made it clear to Minister Elliott that the government must take swift action and start to respect, protect, and pay Ontario's …
… be involved in politics, to speak our shared values as workers and fight against the privatization of services meant … what happened in Gander,” said MacNeil. “And today we can take credit for forcing the issue into federal election … based on what you or your members need,” he said. Taking action on mental health, destigmatizing mental illnesses and …
… Unifor webinar inspires young workers to mobilize in 2022 … 2022, which encouraged union workers under 35 in Ontario to takeaction and make positive change with not only within …
… Unifor hosts national training summit to build equity through … who sit on various equity committees of our union, to undertake regional equity committee training, engage in strategic … Jennifer Murray. “Through member organizing and collective action we’re pushing for robust policy change, like …
… news but the province’s lack of paid sick leave still puts workers at a disadvantage, says Unifor. “Better late than … President. “Rather than waiting for other provinces to takeaction, Premier Brian Pallister should show some initiative …
… Unifor unveils new poster for National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women November 22, 2021 Share … isn’t simply contained to 16 days of action. People can take steps to make change year-round. “You can address …
… Letter to Prime Minister Trudeau re: Air Transportation Workers' Charter of Rights December 12, 2023 Share … industry. Unifor will launch a petition and undertake days of action to bring awareness to the issue until it is fixed. …
… Unifortakes to the skies with a bold message for Premier Ford … all workers in the province. As new variants rip through workplaces and communities, Doug Ford’s government stalled … digital campaign and a series of “phone zap” calling actions . Unifor is Canada's largest union in the private …
… BCRC 2023 Western Regional Directors Recommendations RECOMMENDATION NO. 1 Mental Health … national aviation council to organize a national day of action to support the rights and working conditions of air … executing a significant “boots on the ground” campaign and take other measures as needed in order to be ready to make a …
… Ontario conservatives put profits ahead of workers with just three paid sick days April 28, 2021 Share … his government and Premier Ford for taking this small action so late into this devastating pandemic,” said Naureen … Ontario Regional Director. “It took thousands of deaths, workplace outbreaks, protest and outrage from workers and …
… Black History Month: Unifor members speak on activism Week 1 February … and Vice-Chairperson for the Unifor Ontario Political Action Committee. Jackie was born in Bath, England. When … actively involved in the community. She doesn’t hesitate to take part in demonstrations and is not afraid to take to the …
… 4-Week Paid Education Leave Image Leadership Development Opportunity – 4-Week Paid Education Leave The Unifor Education … and weaken our union. This course asks each of us to take on the challenge of working toward real equality, by … in this system of global capitalism. We’ll look at the extraction, production, distribution, consumption and disposal …
… New Member Booklet Image With your membership in Unifor, you are united with 315,000 workers from every major … Committees Education Opportunities Get Involved Political Action Social Justice Fund Connect with Your Union Who We … among our National Executive Board members and work hard to take direction from our equity committees in adapting our …
… June 3, 2019 Share Main Image Image Delegates to Unifor’s Prairie Regional Council in Winnipeg drew inspiration … Crown corporations. “We’ve had enough. We’re not going to take it anymore. We’re fighting back and we’re going to … movement.” Unifor Member Mobilization and Political Action Director Josh Coles said Unifor is ready to go as …
… healthcare, education, and women’s rights in an era of Ford government austerity. “Now more than ever, we have to … convened on December 6, the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. To mark the 30 th … and we need you with us as each affiliate starts to move to take a greater stand to protect children and public …
… Where was the outrage as workers rights were violated? September 7, 2018 Share Main … used by the employer in this way, and they must know their action is helping DJ Composites to prolong the lockout. They … collective bargaining. How much more should our members take? They have suffered indignity after indignity. Every …
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