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Gavin McGarrigle @gavinmcgarrigle.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Unifor locals representing Loomis workers across the country got together today in New West to make sure they are prepared for a difficult round of bargaining later this year. They are ready to go and the whole union stands with them.

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Gavin McGarrigle @gavinmcgarrigle.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Under pressure from #Unifor, #Amazon bumps up all Canadian wages unifor.org/news/all-new... A union means workers' voices truly matter, not only on fair pay and benefits, but to fix safety and the dangerous speed ups that Amazon is known for the world over. #bcpoli #canlab

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Under pressure from Unifor, Amazon bumps up all Canadian wages

Embargoed draftVANCOUVER—Feeling the heat of the first union contract soon to be awarded to workers at its YVR2 facility in Delta, B.C., Amazon has announced a sudden wage increase across its Canadian...

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Unifor @unifor.org · 29/08/2026

Organizing is how the next generation gets a fair shot. "We have to build the union density that the next generation will need." Western Regional Director @gavinmcgarrigle.bsky.social at #Unifor Canadian Council. #cc26 #cdnpoli #canlab

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Gavin McGarrigle @gavinmcgarrigle.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Tepid measures won’t solve this crisis. Workers and our communities deserve bold intervention that supports the casualties of the ongoing crisis and re-shapes the industry for the long term www.unifor.org/news/all-new...

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Forestry crisis deepens with announcement of Howe Sound curtailment

PORT MELLON, B.C.—The curtailment of operations at Domtar’s Howe Sound pulp and paper mill is more evidence of a deepening forestry sector crisis and demands immediate action from the B.C. and…

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Gavin McGarrigle @gavinmcgarrigle.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

#Amazon interfered with worker organizing and the #BC Labour Board has now ordered a first collective agreement by binding arbitration between Amazon and @unifor.org. Bravo to Amazon BC workers on winning their first union contract soon! #canlab #bcpoli

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Gavin McGarrigle @gavinmcgarrigle.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Thanks to all the Unifor activists who joined for this weekend's Pride March. Check out the photos: www.facebook.com/media/set?va...

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Gavin McGarrigle @gavinmcgarrigle.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

It was terrific to see so many members in Calgary stop by the Unifor Stampede BBQ today. Of course, a huge thanks to the volunteers that made it all possible.

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Gavin McGarrigle @gavinmcgarrigle.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

@unifor.org members continue to call for improvements to their working conditions. Running times, recovery times, breaks and the daily realities of the job are at the heart of what transit workers are demanding. #bcpoli #canlab

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Gavin McGarrigle @gavinmcgarrigle.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Thank you to the B.C. leadership who came out to give feedback on the national bargaining program.

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Gavin McGarrigle @gavinmcgarrigle.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Delegates to the prairie council sent a clear message: we need stronger enforcement of mining regulations, including mandatory penalties rather than voluntary compliance, worker reps in investigations, and an enforceable right to refuse unsafe work. www.unifor.org/news/all-new...

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Unifor vows to fight for safe workplaces on the prairies

At the 2026 Prairie Regional Council, Unifor members resolved to respond to increasing hazards in workplaces, such as mining sites, with a campaign for stronger health and safety regulations and…

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Gavin McGarrigle @gavinmcgarrigle.bsky.social · 03/06/2026

In the latest in a long line of victories for the Unifor members at YVR2, a mediator has put us on track for a first collective agreement after he found Amazon’s anti-union tactics beyond the pale. www.theglobeandmail.com/business/art...

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Amazon refused to provide wage proposals to B.C. union, resulting in bargaining impasse, mediator says

Unifor began meeting with company representatives in October to establish the terms of a first collective agreement

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Gavin McGarrigle @gavinmcgarrigle.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Our members spoke clearly and that solidarity gives the committee real strength at the table. Unifor workers keep transit moving in #Victoria and they deserve an agreement that reflects their value. We will be there with Local 333 every step of the way. #bcpoli #canlab

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Gavin McGarrigle @gavinmcgarrigle.bsky.social · 27/05/2026

Instead of creating jobs and protecting families from US tariffs, the UCP is siding with those who demonize immigrants, attack workers and divide Albertans. That’s not the leadership we need in these times. www.unifor.org/news/all-new...

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Statement on the Alberta referendum

Without exception, working people benefit from uniting together around issues of common concern, such as their wages, working conditions, or safety at work. We have seen this time and time again when…

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Gavin McGarrigle @gavinmcgarrigle.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

I spoke with @cbcstephenquinn.bsky.social this morning on safety for #Vancouver transit operators and the upcoming strike vote for @unifor.org members at @translink.ca Coast Mountain Bus Company. Full interview here: www.cbc.ca/listen/live-... www.cbc.ca/listen/live-...

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Gavin McGarrigle @gavinmcgarrigle.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

Unifor Locals 111 and 2200 bargained in good faith and they are ready to keep working for a fair deal. Attacks on safety, on dignity and on the union will not be accepted. These workers move hundreds of thousands of people a day and they deserve a fair contract. #canlab #bcpoli

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Gavin McGarrigle @gavinmcgarrigle.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

Unifor is proud to be part of the Alberni Valley Forestry Coalition. Learn more about the Coalition and the effort to build a strong industry with good jobs. Please share! #WorkingForestsThrivingCommunities www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yd9g...

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Alberni Valley Forestry Coalition - Who We Are

Introduction video to AV Forestry Coalition; who we are. Including interviews from coalition members. #WorkingForestsThrivingCommunities

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Gavin McGarrigle @gavinmcgarrigle.bsky.social · 02/05/2026

The photo album from the third and final day of the 2026 Prairie Council is up: www.facebook.com/media/set/?v...

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Gavin McGarrigle @gavinmcgarrigle.bsky.social · 01/05/2026

Photos from the second day of Unifor's Prairie Regional Council are up: www.facebook.com/media/set?va...

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Unifor @unifor.org · 10/04/2026

Check out the photo album of this week's joint Unifor-CUPE-USW activist training session: www.facebook.com/media/set?va...

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Gavin McGarrigle @gavinmcgarrigle.bsky.social · 08/04/2026

Alberta NDP Leader and the next premier of Alberta naheednenshi.bsky.social stopped by a gathering of labour activists in Calgary to show support for workers and discuss the shameful and dishonest behaviour of the Danielle Smith govt.

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Gavin McGarrigle @gavinmcgarrigle.bsky.social · 31/03/2026

@unifor.org welcomes responsibly increasing fibre supply in British Columbia. This legislation is a positive step toward building a more sustainable and economic forestry sector. news.gov.bc.ca/releases/202... #bcpoli #cdnpoli #canlab

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BC Timber Sales to increase fibre access, strengthen long-term forest outcomes, protect jobs

Legislative changes will expand timber sales options, support partnerships, enable better fibre flow

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Gavin McGarrigle @gavinmcgarrigle.bsky.social · 26/03/2026

I joined @unifor.org’s National Executive Board in Ottawa for a lobby to protect Canadian jobs: buy Canadian, sell to Canada, build in Canada, and focus on using industrial strategies to create good union jobs with workers at the table. Visit protectjobs.ca #cdnpoli

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Gavin McGarrigle @gavinmcgarrigle.bsky.social · 23/03/2026

On Feb. 13, 2026, Unifor won a historic ruling against Amazon that will see more than a million dollars in back wages paid to the union's members in Delta B.C. I talk to Radio Labour about what this means for workers and the future of organizing at fulfillment centres. rabble.ca/podcast/amaz...

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Amazon workers win million dollars in back wages

Amazon workers at a warehouse in Delta B.C. have won a million dollar back pay settlement after the Labour Board ruled against Amazon.

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Unifor @unifor.org · 16/03/2026

ICYMI: Watch regional director Gavin McGarrigle announce a historic legal victory over Amazon, resulting in millions in back wages for members. www.unifor.org/news/all-new...

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Unifor announces million-dollar ruling against Amazon

Workers at Amazon YVR2 in British Columbia are owed millions in back wages, according to a Labour Board ruling levied February 13, 2026.

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Gavin McGarrigle @gavinmcgarrigle.bsky.social · 09/03/2026

This weekend for International Women's Day, I joined the celebration of some trail-blazing women in B.C. who make Unifor stronger and build our movement every day.✊♀️

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Gavin McGarrigle @gavinmcgarrigle.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

I attended a federal Housing and Construction roundtable with Minister of Jobs and Families @pattyhajdu.bsky.social and Minister of Housing and Infrastructure @gregorrobertson.bsky.social @unifor.org looks forward to continued progress on workforce alliances & good jobs for all. #canlab #cdnpoli

Hon. Minister of Jobs and Families Patty Hadju and Unifor Western Regional Director Gavin McGarrigle

Hon. Minister of Housing and Infrastructure Gregor Robertson and Unifor Western Regional Director Gavin McGarrigle

Attendees at a federal roundtable on housing and construction at BCIT.

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Gavin McGarrigle @gavinmcgarrigle.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

Check out the photo album from Friday's Black History Month event in Unifor's Western Regional Office: www.facebook.com/media/set?va...

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Gavin McGarrigle @gavinmcgarrigle.bsky.social · 21/02/2026

Thanks to all of the Unifor members, their families, and local elected officials who gathered tonight to celebrate the lunar new year!

Gavin McGarrigle at podium beside a Happy Lunar New Year banner.

Two costume dragons in action while a crowd watches.

A group of Unifor and NDP officials pose for a photo.

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Gavin McGarrigle @gavinmcgarrigle.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

Unifor's national leadership team met with nearly 50 Alberta local union activists tonight to discuss the fightback strategy and make plans to be provincial election-ready throughout 2026.

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Gavin McGarrigle @gavinmcgarrigle.bsky.social · 02/02/2026

The bargaining committee for Metro Vancouver's hard-working transit workers opened contract negotiations today. National President Lana Payne and I joined to send the message that these workers have the full support of our whole union to achieve a fair outcome. www.facebook.com/media/set?va...

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Unifor @unifor.org · 22/01/2026

Earlier this week members of Unifor Locals 603 and 1133 welcomed B.C. forestry minister @rparmarbc.bsky.social to the Canfor facility in Prince George. Good forestry sector jobs are a pillar of the economy. With proper support and attention, it will be part of a sustainable future.

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Gavin McGarrigle @gavinmcgarrigle.bsky.social · 01/01/2026

2025 has been a demanding year for workers and I've reviewed some of the challenges and victories that faced Unifor and the western region. #cdnpoli #canlab #bclab #ablab #sklab #mblab youtu.be/OsyMyO2upnM?...

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A Demanding Year

YouTube video by Gavin McGarrigle

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Gavin McGarrigle @gavinmcgarrigle.bsky.social · 19/12/2025

B.C. activists are ready for 2026. Check out the summary video of our last regional council.

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Gavin McGarrigle @gavinmcgarrigle.bsky.social · 28/11/2025

Canada has positive choices to make about how we grow the safety and security of our energy infrastructure:

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Gavin McGarrigle @gavinmcgarrigle.bsky.social · 17/11/2025

Tomorrow's good jobs require strong education and training. Unifor welcomes the commitment to double B.C.’s support for trades training to ensure that our economy remains diverse and responsive to future transitions. news.gov.bc.ca/releases/202...

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Delivering prosperity, good jobs for B.C., Canada

B.C.’s Look West plan to strengthen economic security in the face of threats

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Ravi Parmar @rparmarbc.bsky.social · 03/11/2025

50,000 jobs in BC. 200,000 across Canada. Forestry isn't just about trees — it's about people and place. Families and communities who depend on this work. Everyone in this fight must understand that. This is a fight for livelihoods. #ForestryBC #bcpoli #cdnpoli

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Gavin McGarrigle @gavinmcgarrigle.bsky.social · 27/10/2025

Thank you everyone for attending @unifor.org BC Regional Council. My full report to the BC Council is available here. Let’s get to work! Solidarity! #canlab #bcpoli

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Western Director - Report to Unifor BC Regional Council 2025

YouTube video by Gavin McGarrigle

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Unifor @unifor.org · 26/10/2025

Thanks to the delegates from across B.C. who participated in this weekend's regional council. You can review all the action in the online albums: Day 1: www.facebook.com/media/set/?s... Day 2: www.facebook.com/media/set/?s... Day 3: www.facebook.com/media/set?va...

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Gavin McGarrigle @gavinmcgarrigle.bsky.social · 26/10/2025

It was a busy Day 2 of the B.C. Regional council, with transit, mental health, organizing, health & safety, media, and mobilizing for change all on the agenda. Check out the photo album here: www.facebook.com/media/set?va...

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Gavin McGarrigle @gavinmcgarrigle.bsky.social · 25/10/2025

Thanks to B.C. Labour Minister Jennifer Whiteside for making the trip to Harrison this weekend to share an update on the govt's efforts to protect B.C. jobs from the tariff attacks. But the crisis is getting worse and Unifor will continue to work with the Eby govt to do more.

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Gavin McGarrigle @gavinmcgarrigle.bsky.social · 25/10/2025

Check out the Day 1 photo album from the B.C. Regional Council: www.facebook.com/media/set?va...

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Gavin McGarrigle @gavinmcgarrigle.bsky.social · 24/10/2025

I'm in Harrison this week with 200+ Unifor activists for the B.C. Regional Council to share experiences and strategize about how we can defend every job, organize every shop, and raise every standard.

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Unifor @unifor.org · 18/10/2025

Unifor Western Regional Director @gavinmcgarrigle.bsky.social gave Media Council delegates updates on strikes/victories, Unifor's role in political change across Canada, & celebrated the rise of worker-owned news outlets—"when journalists and communities take their future into their own hands."

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Unifor @unifor.org · 17/10/2025

Unifor members negotiating their first collective agreement with Amazon met with B.C. Premier David Eby and Minister of Labour Jennifer Whiteside at the Unifor offices for a meet and greet on October 16. Check out the photos: www.facebook.com/media/set?va...

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Unifor @unifor.org · 16/10/2025

B.C. Premier David Eby and labour minister Jennifer Whiteside met with courageous workers from the Amazon YVR2 facility at the Unifor offices in New Westminster today.

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