Toronto – May 13, 2026 – On May 17, the world will mark International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, Intersexphobia, and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT) — a global moment to stand in solidarity with 2SLGBTQI+ communities and spotlight the urgent need to confront hate and discrimination.
Puslinch, Ont. – May 11, 2026 – Workers at Morriston Park Nursing Home in Puslinch have ratified their first contract.
Halifax – May 8, 2026 – Aramark workers at Nova Scotia Community College campuses have voted in favour of joining UFCW Local 864.
Toronto – May 7, 2026 - UFCW Canada is proud to endorse Team Unite for election at the upcoming 31st Constitutional Convention of the Canadian Labour Congress, taking place May 11 to 15, 2026.
Toronto – May 6, 2026 – May is Asian Heritage Month in Canada, a time to celebrate the many contributions of Asian Canadians and to reflect on the ongoing work required to build a more just and inclusive society for all workers.
Regina – May 6, 2026 – Last week, dozens of UFCW activists from the Saskatchewan Locals gathered in Regina for a lobby day with the provincial government. On April 28, activists from UFCW Locals 1400, 649 and 248P met with Ministers and MLAs from the Government and Opposition parties to discuss their union’s priorities, including concerns about surveillance pricing in grocery stores.
London, Ont. – May 2, 2026 – UFCW Local 175 bargaining unit members at Pepsi in London have achieved a new three-year collective agreement.
Toronto – May 1, 2026 – With the arrival of May, the land comes fully into bloom, marking a time of beauty, growth, and renewal. Known as the Flower Moon in many Indigenous teachings, this period reflects the blossoming of plants and medicines, and the strengthening of life all around us.
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