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Marty Warren, USW National Director, argues that Cleveland-Cliffs’ decision to lay off workers contradicts the commitments it made when acquiring Stelco, leaving Canadian workers to pay the price for a strategy that benefits its U.S. operations. More: theglobeandmail.com/business…
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“The current dispute at Stelco adds to the company’s troubled history. It’s again idling Canadian capacity, removing Stelco supply from the U.S. and diverting production." Read the Wall street Journal article on Stelco layoffs: wsj.com/world/americas/cleve…
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“Alberta’s workers and natural resources are essential to Canada’s future. It’s time to invest in working families, strengthen our industries and build an economy that works for everyone.” Scott Lunny USW Director for Western Canada More: usw.ca/steelworkers-urge-gov…
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Over the years, the #USW has supported the Mexican independent labour movement to organize new unions. That’s how we can reduce the enormous gaps in wages and working conditions that have made relocating to Mexico so appealing for corporations. More: usw.ca/building-worker-solid…
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Steelworkers are standing up for Canadian steel and fighting back against illegal layoffs. Join USW Local 1005 on Oct. 29 at 2:30 p.m. at the Stelco Wilcox Street Gate. Show your support for workers and stand up for Canadian steel. Stop the illegal layoffs!
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Read up! Here is the USW Research Department’s Economic Update for September 2026, with highlights of economic developments from the past month and a summary of key economic indicators. Read the update: usw.ca/resources/economic-up…
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The District 3 Racial Justice Summit took place last week in Langley, B.C. Delegates took part in productive discussions and focused training, and developed action plans to advance equity and racial justice across our union. Check out more photos: flic.kr/s/aHBqjD7R8X
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Watch Marty Warren, #USW National Director, on CBC News’ Power & Politics discussing the latest #Stelco layoffs in Hamilton, Cleveland-Cliffs’ broken commitments and the need for the federal government to take strong action to protect Canadian steel jobs.
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New! Retired workers in Bolivia fighting for pension justice Read the September 2026 Steelworkers Humanity Fund (SHF) update: usw.ca/steelworkers-humanity…
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With the support of Steelworkers Humanity Fund (SHF) partner Bufete de Abogadas por la Justicia, women continue to organize and leverage their knowledge and experiences, moving “from isolation to collective empowerment.” Read the article: usw.ca/life-after-the-factor…
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Norma Berti broke barriers at Stelco and helped change Canada’s labour movement forever. Sign and share the petition to name a street on the Stelco lands after Norma Berti. Your support matters. Please pass on to your contacts. Sign the petition here: c.org/N964q2ch9j
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To witness firsthand the long-term impacts of these efforts, a group of seven Canadians from the #USW Wood Council and SHF travelled to India in October 2025. Read the full article: usw.ca/celebrating-forestry-…
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In late September, dozens of residents gathered for a solemn ceremony at the Leo Gerard Workers’ Memorial Park in Sudbury, Ont. – hometown of the late United #Steelworkers International President. Read more: usw.ca/workers-memorial-park…
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In 2025, the Steelworkers Humanity Fund (SHF) continued to support partners in Canada and more than a dozen other countries, providing emergency relief in times of need and advancing programs that tackle the root causes of inequality. Read more: usw.ca/another-year-of-globa…
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Happy Thanksgiving to all Steelworkers and your families! This Thanksgiving, we’re grateful for the solidarity that unites us and gives us the strength to keep fighting for justice and fairness for all workers. Wishing you a joyful holiday and quality time with your loved ones.
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The right to #strike is fundamental. It gives workers the power to stand together, bargain fairly and fight for better working conditions. Workers don’t need more government interference in legal strikes. They need their rights protected. Section 107 must be repealed.
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As a result of the USW’s intervention before the Canadian International Trade Tribunal, the federal government imposed initial tariffs of between 35% and 65% on these companies’ exports. Future imports will be subject to a duty of more than 100%. More: usw.ca/steelworkers-win-anot…
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October is Women’s History Month! We honour generations of #Women of Steel who helped build our union and advance equality and #justice. Women of Steel empower our union. Their leadership, activism, solidarity and determination make us stronger. Happy Women’s History Month!
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“We will do everything we can, working in collaboration with municipal representatives, families and other allies, to protect these services and the residents and workers who depend on them.” Kevon Stewart USW District 6 Director Read the statement: usw.ca/ltc-homes-eastern-ont…
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Today, Oct. 7, we mark World Day for Decent Work. The United #Steelworkers will continue to stand with workers and fight for decent work, stronger labour rights and a fairer future for everyone. Decent work is a right, not a privilege. #Canlab #DecentWork #USW
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