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Unifor @unifor.org · 8h
Unifor held a solidarity action at a secondary picket at a Saint-Gobain subsidiary in Mississauga, Ont. today to support striking Local 12 members at the company’s Plattsville plant. The members have been on strike since July 24, fighting for a fair deal. #canlab
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Unifor @unifor.org · 8h
That’s a wrap on our 2026 Women’s Conference! Sisters and siblings, thank you for four incredible days of sharing, learning, and taking action. Our work is far from over. Stay in touch with Unifor’s Women’s Department: buff.ly/BoNWOsy #UniforWomen #canfem #canlab
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Unifor @unifor.org · 8h
Unifor held a solidarity action at a secondary picket at a Saint-Gobain subsidiary in Mississauga, Ont. today to support striking Local 12 members at the company’s Plattsville plant. The members have been on strike since July 24, fighting for a fair deal. #canlab
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Unifor @unifor.org · 9h
#Unifor’s Ontario Regional Director Samia Hashi and Indigenous Relations Director, Gina Smoke visited Water First in Sudbury to meet Indigenous interns gaining hands-on skills in environmental monitoring & water protection through a program supported by Unifor’s Social Justice Fund. #canlab #cdnpoli
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Unifor @unifor.org · 10h
Great Canadian Entertainment is escalating its union-busting attempts by hiring scab workers at Pickering, Ajax and Toronto Resort Casinos. This move deepens hostility on a picket line where members already face violence from the public. buff.ly/xO2yjwx
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Letter to Ontario Minister of Labour: The use of scab workers at Great Canadian Entertainment
Honourable Trevor Jones, MPPMinister of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development 400 University Avenue, 14th Floor Toronto, Ontario M7A 1T7RE: Use of Scab Workers at Great Canadian…
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Unifor @unifor.org · 13h
On World Day for Decent Work, young #Unifor members are organizing their workplaces and leading in their Locals. Youth unemployment in Canada sits at 12.9%, double the national rate. Young workers deserve good and secure jobs. #cdnpoli #canlab buff.ly/JS5z9O8
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Young workers organizing for the future on World Day for Decent Work
On October 7, workers and unions around the world mark the World Day for Decent Work under the theme Young Workers Organizing for the Future. This year’s theme speaks directly to what young workers…
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Unifor @unifor.org · 06/10/2026
"Women didn’t wait for the labour movement to become feminist. They made the labour movement more feminist." Jenn Murray, Unifor Atlantic Regional Director whose background is in the rail sector, shared stories of past fights to inspire tomorrow's feminist action at the national Women's Conference.
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Unifor @unifor.org · 06/10/2026
"When we fight for Women's Advocates, we're making sure there is someone in the workplace who understands, who will listen and who knows how to help," Samia Hashi, Unifor Ontario Regional Director shared the importance of this work with women's conference delegates. #UniforWomen
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Unifor @unifor.org · 06/10/2026
"Our members deserve a union that never backs down, never settles for less, and never forgets who they’re fighting for," Unifor National President @lanapayne.bsky.social addressed Women’s Conference delegates reminding us of the power of strong union and collective action. #UniforWomen
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Unifor @unifor.org · 06/10/2026
Unifor National President Lana Payne and Quebec Director Daniel Cloutier wrote to Minister Hajdu to share the union's deep concerns with Bill C-39. buff.ly/uW5PPeg
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Letter to Minister Hajdu: Protect free collective bargaining and the right to strike
The Honourable Patty HajduMinister of Jobs and FamiliesEmployment and Social Development CanadaRE: Free collective bargaining and the right to strikeDear Minister Hajdu, We are writing with profound…
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Unifor @unifor.org · 06/10/2026
Unifor Women’s Conference delegates called for action and justice for #MMIWG2S with a march and rally. #UniforWomen
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Unifor @unifor.org · 06/10/2026
Airport privatization is a terrible idea brought back from the dead by this government at a time of crisis. Hear Unifor Aviation Council Chair Tammy Moore tell us why selling off our airports will cost you more. #canlab #notforsale
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Unifor @unifor.org · 05/10/2026
Unifor expects fair deal at Terra Nova as Suncor sells offshore stake buff.ly/49nC3Vb
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Unifor expects fair deal at Terra Nova as Suncor sells offshore stake
ST. JOHN'S – Workers on the Terra Nova offshore oil platform are in contract talks as Suncor announced October 4, 2026 it will sell its interest in the project to UK-based Ithaca Energy.
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Unifor @unifor.org · 05/10/2026
It’s day 2 of Unifor’s Women’s Conference! Today, Peggy Nash & Julie White presented their book “Women United.” Then, delegates participated in an urgent panel on the Rise of the Anti-Feminist Right followed by skills building workshops. #UniforWomen #canfem #canlab
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Unifor @unifor.org · 05/10/2026
Housekeeping and food and beverage workers at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver will cast ballots on October 6 and 7, 2026 on a strike mandate for their bargaining committee. buff.ly/oK7pXmI
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Unifor members at Fairmont Hotel Vancouver schedule strike vote
VANCOUVER—Housekeeping and food and beverage workers at the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver will cast ballots on October 6 and 7, 2026 on a strike mandate for their bargaining committee. "Fairmont Hotel…
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Unifor @unifor.org · 05/10/2026
Unifor celebrates Continuing Care Assistant (CCA) Week, October 5-9, 2026, as part of Continuing Care Month. This year’s theme is Connected in Care: Working together to strengthen continuing care for Nova Scotians.
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Unifor @unifor.org · 05/10/2026
Thank you Joanna Johnson @unlearn16.bsky.social for yesterday's energizing keynote about unlearning bias and working together to build power. An inspiring way to kick-off our Women’s Conference! #UniforWomen #canfem #canlab
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Unifor @unifor.org · 05/10/2026
No steam coming out of the stacks at the Ryam mill in Temiscaming means no work for Unifor Local 233 members. The last roll came off the machine at 9:03 a.m. ET today—all production is stopped on site with no start up date planned.
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Unifor @unifor.org · 05/10/2026
Resist. Rise. Reimagine. Unifor’s National Women’s Conference is underway at the Family Education Centre in Port Elgin. Over the next few days, participants will discuss how to build solidarity, protect our rights, and demand gender justice. #UniforWomen #canfem #canlab
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Unifor @unifor.org · 02/10/2026
This week, Ontario agreed to an extension to the Canada-Wide Early Learning and Child Care (CWELCC), but major gaps remain that the province should step up and address.
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Unifor @unifor.org · 02/10/2026
#Unifor Local 333-BC members want a fair deal at BC Transit by Oct. 5 and public funding for transit. Their overtime ban, paused at the employer's request, will resume and affect Victoria bus service if no agreement is reached. #cdnpoli #canlab buff.ly/guNXthh
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Fair deal and public funding needed to keep Victoria buses moving
VICTORIA – Unifor Local 333-BC wants a fair deal at BC Transit by October 5 and is calling on government to properly fund public transit, with the union’s overtime ban set to resume and affect bus…
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Unifor @unifor.org · 02/10/2026
Solidarity knows no borders. The Saint-Gobain Chile Workers’ Union stands with striking Unifor Local 12 members in Plattsville, Ontario, in their fight for fair wages and pension security. Read their letter of support. buff.ly/deH4h1f #canlab
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Chilean union stands in solidarity with striking Unifor Saint-Gobain members
The Saint-Gobain Chile Workers' Union expresses its deepest fraternity, solidarity, and support to the members of Unifor Local 12, who have been on strike since July 24, 2026, at the Plattsville…
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Unifor @unifor.org · 02/10/2026
An agreement in principle between the provincial government and Domtar will help position the mill to re-open, pending the ratification of a new collective agreement of Local 1119 members next week. buff.ly/k9bMztu
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Unifor welcomes support to save Howe Sound mill
GIBSONS, B.C.—An agreement in principle between the provincial government and Domtar will help position the mill to re-open, pending the ratification of a new collective agreement of Local 1119…
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Unifor @unifor.org · 01/10/2026
@jennmurray.bsky.social and Indigenous Director Gina Smoke joined Unifor members in St. John’s for the Rally for Reconciliation, giving out snacks to community members, joining in reflection and remembering the residential school Survivors and those who never made it home. Every child matters. 🧡🧡
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Unifor @unifor.org · 01/10/2026
@jennmurray.bsky.social and Indigenous Director Gina Smoke joined Unifor members in St. John’s for the Rally for Reconciliation, giving out snacks to community members, joining in reflection and remembering the residential school Survivors and those who never made it home. Every child matters. 🧡🧡
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Unifor @unifor.org · 01/10/2026
Today, Unifor recognizes the International Day of Older Persons, marked each October 1, celebrating the knowledge, experience and contributions of older people in our workplaces, unions and communities. Read our statement. buff.ly/GDPILqr #canlab
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International Day of Older Persons reminds us to keep building systems that support longer lives
Unifor recognizes the International Day of Older Persons, marked each October 1, celebrating the knowledge, experience and contributions of older people in our workplaces, unions and communities.This…
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Unifor @unifor.org · 30/09/2026
Earlier this month Unifor health and safety activists participated in the 2026 ISSA Mining Safety Conference in Saskatoon as the union steps up its campaign to pressure governments to do more to protect workers in the sector.
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Unifor @unifor.org · 30/09/2026
Read Unifor's statement buff.ly/C7Eiawc and check out the full album of the union's participation from coast to coast: buff.ly/6K9M6ow
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Unifor @unifor.org · 30/09/2026
Across the country today, Unifor members are honouring the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation (Orange Shirt Day). Participate in an event near you: buff.ly/76Ma8nd
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Unifor @unifor.org · 29/09/2026
Unifor members from across the country gathered in Port Elgin over the weekend to share ideas and focus on strengthening recreation across the union! Thank you to all the members who joined us and participated in exploring new possibilities for recreation activities and events.
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Unifor members come together for Recreation Conference in Port Elgin
Unifor members from across the country gathered at the Unifor Family Education Centre in Port Elgin from September 25 to 27 for a weekend focused on strengthening recreation across the union.“The Recr...
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Unifor @unifor.org · 29/09/2026
Unifor joins civil society groups in calling on the UN Human Rights Council to uphold the principles of universality and equity. On International Safe Abortion Day, the groups are issuing a joint statement on the right to exercise bodily autonomy. Read the joint statement: buff.ly/Yz3KjGq
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International Day of Safe Abortion Joint Civil Society Statement 2026 | abortionstatement.org
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Unifor @unifor.org · 28/09/2026
Unifor is a made-in-Canada union built by and for the people who live and work here. Learn more: join.unifor.org
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Unifor @unifor.org · 28/09/2026
On World News Day, marked annually on Sept. 28, we recognize journalism as a vital public service. Journalists investigate, verify, challenge those in power and provide the reliable information people need to understand their world. Read our statement. buff.ly/PatlizY #canlab
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World News Day highlights the fight for facts
Misinformation is the next battleground in the fight to protect democracy, public health and the public’s right to know.On World News Day, marked annually on Sept. 28, we recognize journalism as a…
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Unifor @unifor.org · 27/09/2026
The Recreation Conference has officially wrapped up, and members are heading home with new ideas, renewed energy and plenty of excitement! Members came together to learn, share ideas and talk about how to build stronger Recreation Councils across Canada. Now, it’s time to take that momentum home.
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Unifor @unifor.org · 26/09/2026
National Secretary-Treasurer Len Poirier and Unifor members from across Canada are attending Unifor’s Recreation Conference. With a focus on building back better, the conference is bringing members together to revisit, renew and recharge recreation activities across our union.
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Unifor @unifor.org · 26/09/2026
Unifor is a union with a made-in-Canada advantage. Decisions are made here. Your dues stay here. Our strategy is built here. Learn more: join.unifor.org
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Unifor @unifor.org · 25/09/2026
The federal government plans to hand control of Canada’s major airports to profit-seeking investors. Passengers and workers will end up paying for it. Read the joint oped from Unifor's @lanapayne.bsky.social and CUPE's @markhancock.bsky.social. www.unifor.org/news/all-new...
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Workers and passengers will pay the price for airport privatization
The federal government plans to hand control of Canada’s major airports to profit-seeking investors. Passengers and workers will end up paying for it.Airports are critical public infrastructure. They ...
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Unifor @unifor.org · 25/09/2026
The Atlantic Regional Council (ARC) came together this week with the ARC Executive and committees to discuss events, priorities and plans for the year ahead. Members also heard presentations on key issues and initiatives. Thanks to everyone who took part and continues to help build this region!
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Unifor @unifor.org · 24/09/2026
Unifor national officers toured JELD-WEN, Boeing, and New Flyer facilities this week in Winnipeg. View the full album online: buff.ly/HAl2Zb5
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Unifor @unifor.org · 24/09/2026
Spotted in your community? Unifor’s 'Built Here. For Here.' campaign highlights the power of made-in-Canada solidarity. Learn more: buff.ly/XQw6HK8
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Unifor @unifor.org · 24/09/2026
Unifor members working for the St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation have ratified the tentative agreements reached with their employer on September 16, following several months of negotiations.
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Unifor members ratify new collective agreements with the St. Lawrence Seaway
MONTREAL - Unifor members working for the St. Lawrence Seaway Management Corporation (SLSMC) have ratified the tentative agreements reached with their employer on September 16, following several month...
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Unifor @unifor.org · 23/09/2026
Unifor’s 'Built Here. For Here.' campaign emphasizes the advantages of a union where the decisions, legal strategies, and bargaining priorities are made by and focused exclusively on workers in Canada. Learn more: buff.ly/qGrjP7n
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Unifor 'Built Here. For Here.' campaign highlights benefits of joining a made-in-Canada union
TORONTO – As workers across Canada navigate the impacts of the U.S. trade war and increased economic uncertainty, Unifor’s new nationwide campaign, 'Built Here. For Here.’, underscores why having a…
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Unifor @unifor.org · 23/09/2026
From economic uncertainty to the U.S. trade war, workers in Canada need a strong collective voice now more than ever. Unifor’s new campaign, Built Here. For Here., underscores the benefits of a made-in-Canada union. Watch the launch video now.
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Unifor @unifor.org · 23/09/2026
Thank you to IndustriALL for its global solidarity with Unifor Local 12, now eight weeks into strike action at Saint-Gobain manufacturing in Plattsville, Ont. Members are fighting for fair wages, secure pensions and respect. Read IndustriALL's letter of support. #canlab
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Solidarity message from IndustriALL Global Union to Unifor Local 12
Geneva, 22 September 2026Solidarity message from IndustriALL Global Union to Unifor Local 12Dear Sisters and Brothers of Unifor Local 12,On behalf of IndustriALL Global Union and our affiliated trade ...
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Unifor @unifor.org · 22/09/2026
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Unifor @unifor.org · 22/09/2026
The Canadian Association of Stand-Up, Sketch and Improv Comedians and Unifor’s Canadian Freelance Union called on the federal government today to recognize comedy as an art form. Read their first-of-its-kind policy paper and campaign, The Problem with Being Funny in Canada: unifor.org/comedy.
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Unifor @unifor.org · 22/09/2026
Trump thinks he can threaten Canada’s potash industry and the good jobs it supports, saying he can increase imports from Belarus – which he can’t. The US clearly needs our potash, just like many other critical goods made in Canada.1/2 nationalpost.com/news/trump-s...
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Trump says potash deal with Belarus in works amid trade war with Canada
President Donald Trump said the U.S. is working with Belarus to secure more supplies of potash amid a trade fight with Canada.
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Unifor @unifor.org · 22/09/2026
National Secretary-Treasurer Len Poirier and Western Regional Director Gavin McGarrigle toured the Boeing facility on Monday in Winnipeg and discussed the world-class aerospace work done by Local 2169 members.
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Unifor @unifor.org · 22/09/2026
Unifor will vigorously oppose Bill C-39’s attacks on the right to strike. At a time when workers should be united against the Trump trade war, the government must not entrench new powers to override workers’ right to fair, free collective bargaining. www.unifor.org/news/all-new...
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Unifor warns Bill C-39 will infringe on workers’ Charter-protected right to strike
TORONTO—Unifor pledges to vigorously oppose infringements on the right to strike that are contained in Bill C-39 and calls on MPs from all parties to stand with workers.
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Unifor @unifor.org · 22/09/2026
Members of Unifor Locals 111 and 2200 have voted to ratify a new collective agreement with Coast Mountain Bus Company, averting a strike that would have stopped bus and SeaBus service across Metro Vancouver on September 23. buff.ly/ofHkhEq
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Coast Mountain Bus Company transit workers ratify new collective agreement, strike averted
VANCOUVER – Members of Unifor Locals 111 and 2200 have voted to ratify a new collective agreement with Coast Mountain Bus Company, averting a strike that would have stopped bus and SeaBus service…
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