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 Canada
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Local 9316 celebrates unity and pride with “Stronger Together Party”
United Steelworkers Local 9316 is celebrating more than three decades of solidarity with a first-of-its-kind “Stronger Together Party” on Oct.18 – an event dedicated to honouring members, connecting g... —
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Raising the flag: a symbol of pride and solidarity at Vale
When USW Local 6200’s flag was raised at the Vale site in Port Colborne, it marked a proud and historic moment – the first time a Steelworkers’ flag has flown at one of the company’s operations. For L... —
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Remembrance Day Participation
As Remembrance Day approaches, we are reminded of the sacrifices made by our brave folks in the armed forces. This day serves as an important reminder to honour and remember those who have given their... —
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FRIDAY: Steelmakers and Steelworkers call on government to stand up for Canadian steel
Steelworkers will be attending from USW Local 1005 in Hamilton and 8782 in Nanticoke, Ont. The post FRIDAY: Steelmakers and Steelworkers call on government to stand up for Canadian steel appeared firs... —
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Steelworkers Humanity Fund update – September 2025
Bolivian and Canadian Indigenous workers connect to advance global solidarity Awareness around the importance of reconciliation with First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples has grown in Cana... —