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Politics Blog: With long-term care, we can’t just return to “normal”

Toronto – June 5, 2020 – As provinces start to lift restrictions and reopen parts of the economy, many have been saying that after COVID-19, we can’t just return to “normal.”

Racism must end once and for all

Toronto – June 4, 2020 – The death of George Floyd is the latest tragic reminder that racism continues to be an oppressive and terrible reality in the United States, and in our neighbourhoods too.

Meat processing members at HyLife Foods achieve major gains – UFCW 832

Neepawa, Man. – June 4, 2020 – UFCW Local 832 members working at HyLife Foods have achieved a new union contract that provides wage gains, improved benefits, and more.

By the Numbers: Consumer perceptions and grocery trends in Canada as economy begins to reopen

Vancouver – June 3, 2020 – A newly published survey from the Angus Reid Group looking at attitudes and behaviours during the COVID-19 pandemic reveals that Canadians are ready for parts of the economy to reopen, with more people visiting the grocery store and a super majority saying that things are getting better when it comes to the coronavirus.

Savour these UFCW-made cheeses on National Cheese Day – June 4

Toronto – June 2, 2020 – Did you know that June 4 is National Cheese Day? Across Canada, cheese is a popular and beloved food for many, with the average Canadian consuming 13.8 kilograms – or more than 30 pounds – of cheese each year.

Support for food processing workers grows with solidarity from NUPGE

Ottawa – June 1, 2020 – Solidarity with UFCW members working at meat-packing plants across Canada continues to grow as the National Union of Public and General Employees (NUPGE) has thrown its support behind our union’s campaign to “Help Protect Food Processing Workers” during COVID-19.