… Updates February 6, 2014 Share September 6, 2017 Unifor held a victory celebration BBQ formembers on Saturday, August 26, 2017. Cathy Baker-Wiebenga … and 9th 2017, as a result of our success at the Financial Services Commission of Ontario a series of meetings will be …
… then-Premier Stephen McNeil’s throne speech set the tone for what would be his eight-year term as leader of the … the pandemic and seeing the effects of stripping our public services and neglecting workers in vivid detail, it seems … of what is required, not a fulsome environmental plan. Our members in the forestry sector have been advocating for …
… Unifor submission to the CRTC July 18, 2016 Share On behalf of … CRTC 2015-134. Unifor represents more than 310,000 members across the country in 20 economic sectors. Unifor … on Phase 2 of its review of basic telecommunications services. Unifor looks forward to the CRTC’s determination …
… Advocate language March 8, 2023 Share Main Image Image For Bob Lederer, creating bargaining Women’s Advocate … of the sexism in the heavily male-dominated workforce. “I remember the acting supervisorordering the sister to come up … a daughter at home.” The woman worker laughed it off, recalled Lederer, now President of Local 5025. But the …
… Persons. By designating a special day in recognition of seniors, the UN is drawing attention to the important … they make to our communities. "It's vital to remember that older persons are among the most vulnerable in … and do not have adequate housing, care or access to health services. As well, the rate of poverty is particularly high …
… Manitoba’s lessons for the federal election September 13, 2019 Share Main Image … seats for a total of 18, and elected Manitoba’s first black members of the legislature and Kinew was returned as the … at risk – let alone standing in the way of improving public services. Kinew campaigned on a platform that offered an …
… Black History Month: Uniformembers speak on activism Week 1 February … on her alma mater’s website. Image Neville Benjamine is an all-around activist and is a proud member of Unifor local …
… Return to Fort McMurray is just the beginning June 1, 2016 Share Main … The first few residents of Fort McMurray, including Uniformembers, begin returning to their homes this week, with the … example, only the emergency department is open and limited services are available. The rest of the hospital won’t be …
… Atlantic Council Wrap up April 15, 2014 Share Unifor’s Regional Councils and the Quebec Council are a … defend the labour rights of Unifor Nova Scotia health care members who deliver these much needed services – including their right to fair and free collective …
… Bill 124 Charter challenge is heard in Ontario Superior Court September 14, 2022 Share Main Image Image Bill 124 … with the Premier on Twitter this week, and ask your members to do the same. Copy and share this message on … employees working in health care, education and social services sectors across Ontario who are affected by Bill …
… Trading away the potential for stronger labour rights July 10, 2018 Share Main Image … and other public entities that purchase goods and services may require contractors to comply with basic labour … plans”) were in place for both Brunei and Malaysia — two member states with notorious labour and human rights …
… Follow up to pre-budget presentation to Minister Fortier March 30, 2021 Share The Honourable Mona Fortier … element in making this a reality. Unifor represents 315,000 members in every sector of the economy across Canada. Just … care, public transit and other public goods – both in the services provided and in the strong stable employment the …
… Unifor Response to the Consultation on Strengthening Federally … the largest union in the private sector with 315,000 members across Canada. Unifor currently represents some … transportation, media, telecommunications, and financial services. Our members and retirees participate in many of …
… Workplace supports can help women leave violent partners … relationship is ending. Three years ago Cynthia, a Uniformember at a large manufacturing facility, suffered a nearly … said it followed them to their job through abusive phone calls, threats, stalking, harassment, assault, increased …
… Unifor welcomes expanded access to emergency child care in … the list of workers eligible for emergency child care services including grocery workers, cleaners, public transit … services. “We have been asking for this measure because our members have told us from day one of this pandemic that this …
… Trade (CIIT) March 8, 2016 Share Jerry Dias, Unifor National President March 8, 2016 CHECK AGAINST DELIVERY Good morning Mister Chairman and members of the committee. My name is Jerry Dias and I am the … wonder if we’ve given up our right to regulate online TV services. Food processors are concerned that facilities may …
… More workers join Unifor August 15, 2018 Share Main Image … of sectors represented by Unifor across Canada. In all, 608 workers have joined Unifor since July 23, including … in Hamilton, Ontario, with 299 workers in facility services Penske Logistics in Woodstock, Ontario, with 125 …
… you think February 20, 2018 Share By Kaylie Tiessen, Unifor Research Department In early February, Canada’s jobs … that while the headline numbers might be alarming, the overall picture is one of strength. Canada’s labour market is … low-wage industries, agriculture and accommodation and food services, bucked that trend. Year-over-year the median wage …
… continued commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion Unifor will be convening a special National Roundtable on … including the Ministries of Education, Community and Social Services, Culture and Citizenship and Immigration. In the … local and national level, but also find ways to support our members who want to become anti-racist and migrant justice …
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