International Women’s Day – March 8
Toronto – February 29, 2024 – International Women’s Day (IWD) is a time to celebrate the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women and girls everywhere.
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Statement from National President Shawn Haggerty on National Pharmacare
Ottawa – February 28, 2024 – On Friday, Federal NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh announced that the NDP have reached a deal with the Liberal government to introduce the first component of a national pharmacare program that includes coverage for birth control and diabetes medication.
Shawn Haggerty elected UFCW Canada National President
Toronto – February 27, 2024 – Shawn Haggerty, a well-known long-time labour activist, has been elected the national president of Canada’s leading and most progressive private sector union, with more than 250,000 members across Canada.
Social service workers join the union – UFCW 175 & 633
Kawartha Lakes, Ont. – February 23, 2024 – Workers at Women’s Resources of Kawartha Lakes have voted to join UFCW Locals 175 & 633.
First collective agreement for Manitoba No Frills workers – UFCW 832
Winnipeg, Man. – February 22, 2024 – UFCW 832 members at No Frills locations across Manitoba have voted in favour of their first standalone collective bargaining agreement.
UFCW activists advocate for migrant members with ONDP leader
Toronto – February 21, 2024 – UFCW activists recently met with Ontario NDP leader Marit Stiles to discuss the urgent issues facing the union’s migrant members in Ontario.
UFCW 1006A members see victory against former employer in labour board ruling
Toronto – February 20, 2024 – UFCW 1006A members have prevailed against their former employer, Ryding Regency Meat Packers, in a recent labour board ruling.
Members at CFB CANEX ratify new deal – UFCW 1400
Moose Jaw, Sask. – February 16, 2024 – UFCW Canada Local 1400 members working at CFB CANEX in Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan have unanimously voted in favour of a new collective agreement bringing wage improvements, new domestic violence leave provisions, and more.
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