March 21, 2019 - On March 21, one week after the horrific terrorist attack at mosques in New Zealand, we mark the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination.

This attack, as well as countless others in our country and across the globe, is a vivid reminder of the urgency of addressing racial discrimination in our workplaces and communities. The increase in hate crimes is the direct result of political tactics that instill fear and misinformation, serving the interests of the 1%.

This harmful climate has a deep impact on our Canadian workplaces. Unions have the increased responsibility of educating workers about human rights and how to support anti-racism awareness campaigns. In this spirit, Local 1944 continues to promote fairness, equity and social justice, so that all our members across Canada can work in safe and healthy conditions.

“On behalf of Local 1944, I reaffirm the importance we attach to the values of solidarity, respect, tolerance and multiculturalism,” said Isabelle Miller, National President of USW Local 1944. “Every day, each and every one of us must stand up against racism, xenophobia and intolerance. We will not tolerate that racial discrimination and intolerant attitudes affect our workplaces. We all have the shared responsibility to say ‘NO’ to hate.”

Get involved against racism

• Take up the fight in your community! Promote human rights, and commit to combatting racism.
• Send a message on social media that racism is unacceptable, using the hashtags #fightracism #Standup4humanrights #UniteAgainstRacism #AfricanDescent.
• Get in touch with your Civil and Human Rights Committee.
• Join a local action at http://migrantrights.ca/en/march21.

Recommended resources

• The Canadian Labour Council has released a ground-breaking report on the impacts of Islamophobia in the workplace “Islamophobia at work: Challenges and opportunities”. It provides recommendations for employers, trade unions, and government on how to address the phenomenon.
• Read the OFL’s document “Together We Rise: Standing Against Hate”.
• Learn about the International Decade for People of African Descent (2015-2024), recognizing that people of African descent represent a distinct group whose human rights must be promoted and protected.

In Solidarity,

USW Local 1944

IN LIGHT OF THE EASTER HOLIDAY ON APRIL 21ST,2019 THE MONTHLY UNION MEETING WILL BE HELD

SUNDAY APRIL 14TH,2019 AT 10 AM 

AT THE UNION HALL

THANK YOU

UNION MEETING 

BECAUSE OF THE EASTER HOLIDAY OUR MEMBERSHIP MEETING WILL BE MOVED TO APRIL 14TH,2019

10 AM AT THE HALL.

THANK YOU

We were organized in 1966 and have been runing strong for 52 years. We have had our struggles, but we stayed strong as Union should. Our forefathers struggled in the early years as not much was known about the protecting themselves against Lead and the problems caused by Lead. Fortunately we were educated on this and with the results of 2 health studies and a 10 month Strike, we managed to protect our members.

We are the United Steelworkers, North America’s largest industrial union. We’re 1.2 million members and retirees strong in the United States, Canada and the Caribbean. We proudly represent men and women who work in nearly every industry there is. Our members are leaders in your communities, in your work places, in our governments and more. We have a presence in the United Kingdom, Ireland, England, Scotland, Mexico and many other places around the world.

We believe in better. We stand up and fight back for better. We work for working families around the world. 

Nous étions organisés en 1966 et courions fort depuis 52 ans. Nous avons eu nos luttes, mais nous sommes restés forts comme l’Union devrait. Nos ancêtres ont connu des difficultés au cours des premières années, car on ne savait pas grand chose sur la façon de se protéger contre le plomb et sur les problèmes causés par le plomb. Heureusement, nous avons été informés et avec les résultats de 2 études sur la santé et d'une grève de 10 mois, nous avons réussi à protéger nos membres

Nous sommes les Métallurgistes unis, le plus grand syndicat industriel d’Amérique du Nord. Nous comptons 1,2 million de membres et de retraités aux États-Unis, au Canada et dans les Caraïbes. Nous représentons fièrement des hommes et des femmes qui travaillent dans presque tous les secteurs de l'industrie. Nos membres sont des leaders dans vos communautés, sur vos lieux de travail, dans nos gouvernements et plus encore. Nous sommes présents au Royaume-Uni, en Irlande, en Angleterre, en Écosse, au Mexique et dans de nombreux autres pays.

Nous croyons en mieux. Nous nous levons et nous battons pour le meilleur. Nous travaillons pour des familles de travailleurs du monde entier.

On March 18th a bus left the USW Distict 7 Headquarters or a 3 hour ride to Batesville, IN. On that bus were members representing various locals, as well as members of SOAR, all volunteering their time to show support for the workers of Batesville Casket Co. 

The Solidarity Rally was organized by Local 252U and District 7 to build a increasing presence at the company as the local approaches the end of their agreement and begins the bargaining process. Over the years the working conditions have deteriorated and wage increases have left local members wanting. The last agreement found the wage raised by 4 cents after the costs of health care , and part o

Director Millsap Addresses the rally in Batesville IN.

f the facility dubbed "The Dungeon" due to the bleak feeling it gives some workers.  

Among the supporters who join to show solidarity for the workers of the Batesville Casket Company,was the District 7 Director, Mike Millsap. Director Millsap has promised to be present for bargaining meetings as well as to bring the full weight of the District and its resources to the fight to ensure that Local 252U and all the workers there receive a fair agreement from the company.

"I'm going to do what it takes to get a fair contract." Director Millsap told rally goers. "I make this commitment to you, on behalf of myself and the team. I've got a technician out of Pittsburgh that's been assigned to us on research. A technician out of Pittsburgh on health care, 2 lawyers assigned, I'm going to be here, and any other staff that we need."