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Health & Safety COVID-19 update: The risk to workers continues

Toronto – July 13, 2020 – As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, essential and front-line workers remain at risk and concerned for their health, and the safety of their families.

Members at First Choice Beverage achieve first contract – UFCW 175

Mississauga, Ont. — July 11, 2020 – Congratulations to workers at First Choice Beverages on achieving their first collective agreement as UFCW Locals 175 & 633 members.

Pre-apprenticeship webCampus program for Butcher now available

Toronto – July 10, 2020 – UFCW Canada’s webCampus continues to break barriers with a new, free, and fully-online pre-apprenticeship program for members interested in becoming certified Butchers.

Industry Snapshot: COVID-19 and rising food prices in Canada

Ottawa – July 9, 2020 – The financial impact of the COVID-19 on the grocery sector has been good news for major grocery chains, but for shoppers, it’s another story.

National President Meinema meets with Parliamentary committee to advocate for UFCW members

Ottawa – July 8, 2020 – UFCW Canada National President Paul Meinema recently presented to the House of Commons Standing Committee on Industry, Science and Technology about the need for major change in the grocery industry.

Maintenance workers at Zegas Group join the union – UFCW 401

Calgary – July 7, 2020 – Maintenance workers at Zegas Group Ltd. are among the newest members of UFCW Local 401 after saying “Yes!” to joining the union.