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.
Calgary – April 29, 2026 – Workers at Rosso Coffee in Calgary have said “Yes!” to joining UFCW Local 401, joining the UFCW family and strengthening their collective voice at work.
April 28, 2025 – Victoria, B.C. – Uber drivers have ratified their first-ever union contract in Victoria today, the first of its kind for app-based drivers. Over 1000 drivers, new members of United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) 1518, are covered under this agreement, which will ensure regulation, representation and protection for them as app-based workers.
Mississauga, Ont. – April 27, 2026 – UFCW Canada congratulates UFCW Local 175 & 633 on the unveiling the Sacred Circle of Unity mural by Indigenous artist Philip Cote at their head offices in Mississauga.
Cuernavaca, Mexico – April 24, 2026 – UFCW Canada is continuing to build cross-border solidarity with partners in Mexico to strengthen protections for migrant agricultural workers employed in Canada.
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