Our Union
We are the United Steelworkers union (USW) – North America’s largest industrial union. Here in Canada, we are 225,000 members strong, with 850,000 members and retirees across Canada, the U.S., and the Caribbean. Our union proudly represents workers in a wide variety of industries including steel, security, health care, post-secondary education, mining and metals, forestry, rubber, transportation, manufacturing and more.
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USW Publications
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Want to find a way to get involved in your union? Check out the issues USW is engaging in, from health and safety to legislative action and Women of Steel and social justice issues.
Union Savings
Did you know your USW membership entitles you to discounts on wireless, car rentals, movie tickets, car insurance and more? Visit the Union Savings website to view current discounts and programs.
USW Canada
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Ontario NDP maintains Official Opposition in snap election
Much to the disdain of Ontarians, the Ontario election was called a year-and-a-half early this year, with voters casting their ballots up to and on Feb. 27 under the auspices of the government needing... —
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Trump’s tariffs: Resist, protect our jobs, rebuild our industries
Since Feb. 1, 2025, Canada has been plunged into a major trade war, triggered by U.S. President Donald Trump, who at the time imposed a 25% tariff on all Canadian exports and a 10% tariff on energy pr... —
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Local 2918 Women of Steel lead a win for workplace equity
At USW Local 2918, one small conversation turned into real change – and it all started with the Women of Steel (WOS). After hearing concerns about the lack of access to feminine hygiene products at IM... —
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ALL IN on SOLIDARITY 2025 USW International Convention
At the USW International Convention held in Las Vegas in April, delegates showed that solidarity remains the union’s greatest strength. With the theme “All In,” Canadian members joined thousands of St... —
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International solidarity is always the answer
For us Steelworkers, international solidarity runs deep in our veins. It is the lifeblood of our union and where we turn to on the darkest of days. Currently, we are facing tremendous challenges on bo... —