On September 4th, webCampus – North America’s most advanced labour education program – re-opens its doors to all UFCW Canada members and their families, as well as our social justice partners throughout the country. We are offering a wide array of new courses in both English and French. All webCampus courses are free of charge, can be taken at your own pace, and are accessible anywhere that you have a computer and internet connection.
UFCW Canada joined thousands in Toronto's Nathan Phillips Square on August 22 to mark the one-year anniversary of Jack Layton's passing.
As more information comes to light about Finance Minister Jim Flaherty's meetings with Canada’s corporate elite at his annual summer economic policy 'retreat,' it is becoming increasingly clear that the federal Conservative Government is warming to one of the recommendations that was put forward at last year’s gathering. According to the country's fat cat CEOs and rightwing politicians, corporations can no longer afford to pay for 'overpriced Canadian Workers.'
Monica Gobbo, daughter of UFCW Canada Local 1518 member Walter Gobbo, has won the prestigious UFCW International Scholarship, which is awarded annually to eight UFCW members, or their dependents, across North America. The scholarship covers $8,000 in tuition fees over a period of four years.
Again this year, tens of thousands of participants marched proudly together along René-Lévesque Boulevard at the Montreal Pride parade to celebrate diversity and the LGBT community.
Federal Finance Minister Jim Flaherty will soon be going behind closed doors for his sixth annual policy retreat with business and policy leaders. Using the Access to Information Act, the Globe and Mail revealed what was discussed at last year’s closed door meeting.
MISSISSAUGA – Over 300 demonstrators marched on Target Canada’s headquarters in Mississauga, Ontario, on August 22 to demand fairness for thousands of Zellers workers and countless Canadian communities. Since acquiring Zellers, Target has taken a Walmart-like approach to workers by refusing to respect the loyalty, experience and labour rights of Zellers workers.
Dear Jack,
Over 250,000 United Food and Commercial Workers thank you for a lifetime of outstanding commitment to social justice and creating a better, fairer Canada. Thank you Jack for making a significant difference in our lives and in the lives of all working families.
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