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Edmonton Starbucks workers file application to join Steelworkers union

December 19, 2022 | Media Releases

The United Steelworkers union (USW) Local 1-207 has applied with the Alberta Labour Relations Board (ALRB) for a certification vote on behalf of Starbucks workers at the 75 Street and 68th Avenue store in Edmonton. “Starbucks workers in Edmonton are steaming mad over their working conditions and have taken steps to make improvements at their workplace […]

Bargaining successes

December 15, 2022 | News Articles

Standing strong to demand long-overdue, significant improvements to their working conditions, Steelworkers across the country are achieving some of the best collective agreements in a generation.

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Historic day for Ontario miners and families exposed to McIntyre Powder

December 2, 2022 | Media Releases

The recognition of their wrongs and the long-waited apology from the government is justice for workers and their families. The Steelworkers union is committed to continue supporting and advocating for workers exposed to occupational illnesses and diseases.

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United Steelworkers 55th National Policy Conference

April 25, 2023 at 9:00 AM -
April 28, 2023 at 1:00 PM 123 Queen St. W., Toronto Ontario

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NextGen Conference

April 24, 2023 at 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM 123 Queen St. W., Toronto Ontario

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National Locals and Federally Regulated Workers Conference

April 24, 2023 at 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM 123 Queen St. W., Toronto Ontario

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Directors’ Statement for Black History Month 2023

January 31, 2023 | News Articles

In our union’s proud history of promoting and supporting equality, Steelworkers celebrate Black History Month each February. We acknowledge the accomplishments of Black Canadians in society, recognize the achievements of activists in our union, and, encourage Steelworkers to continue the struggle for equality. We also know that despite advances in equality, racism has played a […]

Image: A life-size mascot of a miner stands with three other men, two of them holding plaques recognizing their awards for Honorary King Miner and Honorary Driller for Nickel Days 2022 in Thompson, Man.

Local mining contest reconvenes in Manitoba with support from FCEF

January 30, 2023 | News Articles

USW Local 6166 hosts the annual King Miner Competition, where contestants compete in 11 above-ground timed skilled elements.

Mine workers in Wabush ratify a new and improved contract

January 25, 2023 | News Articles

USW Local 6285 members, who work at the Tacora Resources mine in Wabush, N.L., have a new five-year contract with several improvements in working conditions.

District 3 Veterans of Steel network and committee

January 23, 2023 | News Articles

I would like to share two things our district is doing to support veterans in our union: the District 3 Veterans of Steel (VoS) network and Local Union VoS Committee. The VoS network is expanding on previous efforts to give past and currently serving members of the allied forces an opportunity to engage with other […]

USW members at University of Guelph achieve strong, post-Bill 124 wage gains

January 19, 2023 | Media Releases

United Steelworkers members at the University of Guelph will earn total wage increases of 9.5% over the next 15 months.

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USW Local 1998 achieves historic job evaluation and pay equity at St. Michael’s College

January 17, 2023 | News Articles

USW Local 1998 members have ratified a new three-year contract for members working at the University of St. Michael’s College (SMC), a college within the University of Toronto.

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Featured news

Edmonton Starbucks workers file application to join Steelworkers union

Bargaining successes

Historic day for Ontario miners and families exposed to McIntyre Powder

Featured events

United Steelworkers 55th National Policy Conference

NextGen Conference

National Locals and Federally Regulated Workers Conference

USW news

Directors’ Statement for Black History Month 2023

Local mining contest reconvenes in Manitoba with support from FCEF

Mine workers in Wabush ratify a new and improved contract

District 3 Veterans of Steel network and committee

USW members at University of Guelph achieve strong, post-Bill 124 wage gains

USW Local 1998 achieves historic job evaluation and pay equity at St. Michael’s College