Cannabis Workers Join Union – UFCW 175 & 633

Dundas, Ont. – May 23, 2024 – Cannabis workers at the Friendly Stranger in Dundas have voted in favour of joining UFCW Local 175.

Retail cannabis workers often face discrimination, unfair treatment, and favouritism and although it seems to be a budding industry, things are far from friendly.

“The cannabis industry is tough. Workers in retail cannabis don’t seem to be valued by their employers for the extensive knowledge and expertise they bring to the workplace,” said Kelly Tosato, President of UFCW Local 175.

Read the full story on the organizing victory at Friendly Stranger.

UFCW Canada Locals 175 & 633 represent more than 70,000 hard-working Ontarians in almost every sector of the economy. To learn more about the outstanding work of UFCW 175 & 633, visit the Local Union's website.

How can I join the union?

Are you a cannabis worker who would like to enjoy the benefits of a UFCW Canada union contract? Do you and your co-workers want to gain the union advantage at work? Join Canada’s union for cannabis workers, UFCW Canada, to make your workplace better today. Click here to join now.