Toronto – January 30, 2026 – Canada’s leading private sector union, the United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW Canada), announced today that its National Council has voted to endorse Rob Ashton in the New Democratic Party of Canada’s leadership race.
Toronto – January 23, 2026 – January 29 stands as a day of national reflection, marking one of the most devastating acts of hate in Canada’s recent history.
Toronto – January 28, 2026 – Black History Month is a time to recognize and celebrate the contributions, resilience, and leadership of Black communities in Canada, while also reflecting on the ongoing struggle against racism and inequality.
Lagimodière, Man. – January 27, 2026 – UFCW Local 832 members working at Maple Leaf Consumer Foods on Lagimodière, Manitoba have voted overwhelmingly to ratify a new five-year collective bargaining agreement, with 97 per cent voting in favour.
Toronto – January 26, 2026 – UFCW Canada’s Young Workers Internship Program (YIP) returns in 2026, continuing its legacy as one of the country’s most impactful training and leadership development initiatives for young union activists.
Toronto – January 20, 2025 – The Global Labour University’s Online Academy offers a free online course in global labour history, to help union activists understand what the past struggles of labour movements can teach us today.
Toronto – January 19, 2026 - Whether you’re catching up with friends or winding down at home, a good drink is about more than just what’s in your glass.
Eskasoni, N.S. – January 19, 2025 – Following their successful organizing efforts in 2025, the new UFCW 864 members at Eskasoni Health Centre have voted unanimously in favour of ratifying their first collective bargaining agreement.
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