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Open Letter to Prime Minister Harper from Paul Meinema, National President, UFCW Canada regarding National Aboriginal History Month, 2014

Toronto – May 29, 2014 – As June approaches, so too does National Aboriginal History Month. As you know, this is a profound opportunity to celebrate the many contributions of Aboriginal peoples and nations, to acknowledge Canada’s colonial history and to recognize the ongoing inequities experienced by many Aboriginal children and families. 

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YIP Atlantic launches Canada's best youth program for 2014

Moncton, N.B. – May 27, 2014 – From across Atlantic Canada, eight young UFCW Canada activists recently brought their energy and enthusiasm to this year's first session of the Youth Internship Program (YIP). 

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June 1, Ontario Injured Workers Day

Toronto – May 29, 2014 – Every year on June 1, Ontario Injured Workers Day, Ontarians pay respect to the thousands of workers who have died or been injured in the workplace. It is also a day to call for action from government and employers to ensure workplace safety is paramount.

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By the Numbers – Workplace deaths, injuries and occupational diseases in Ontario

Toronto — May 28, 2014 — Every year, the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) collects data on deaths and injuries that occur in Ontario’s workplaces. However, when occupational diseases are accounted for, the number of claims reported by the WSIB represents only a fraction of the total number of workplace related fatalities.

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