About the Steelworkers
The USW is the largest private sector union in North America with more than 225,000 members in Canada and more than 850,000 members continent-wide. The USW is Canada's most diverse union, representing men and women working in every sector of the economy.
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United Steelworkers welcome the NDP move to protect workers’ constitutional right to strike
OTTAWA – The United Steelworkers union (USW) welcomes NDP MP and Labour Critic Alexandre Boulerice’s announced intention to introduce a bill to repeal Section 107 of the Canada Labour Code – the provi... —
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District 6 update: Proud of how we show up
There has been no shortage of movement across District 6 – on the shop floor, at the bargaining table and in the streets. Our members continue to demonstrate what solidarity looks like in action. I wa... —
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District 5 update: Let’s be proud of our union activism!
United Steelworkers activism is a driving force for social justice. It is genuine, tangible power that improves working and living standards not only for our members, but for all workers. There are th... —
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Now that Parliament is back, let’s get to work: Steelworkers urge all parliamentarians to protect Canadian jobs and communities
TORONTO – As MPs return to the House of Commons today, United Steelworkers union (USW) National Director Marty Warren is calling on the federal government and all political parties to make this parlia... —
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Airport security screeners in Ontario and Atlantic provinces stand united for fair wages and benefits
TORONTO – After more than a year of bargaining, airport security screeners in Ontario and the Atlantic provinces, represented by the United Steelworkers union (USW), are standing firm in demands for a... —