Unifor National News
- Risk to Canadian jobs remains at crisis level despite U.S. Supreme Court ruling February 20, 2026Risk to Canadian jobs remains at crisis level despite U.S. Supreme Court ruling February 20, 2026 Share Main Image Image TORONTO- The U.S. Supreme Court ruling to strike down tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) represents a legal rebuke of presidential overreach but does nothing to resolve the ongoing trade crisis […]
- Unifor Local 1285 members push for Stellantis to reverse idling of Brampton Assembly Plant February 20, 2026Unifor Local 1285 members push for Stellantis to reverse idling of Brampton Assembly Plant February 20, 2026 Share Main Image Image Hundreds of members gathered at the Unifor Local 1285 hall on February 19 to hear an update on the union’s push to reopen the idled Stellantis Brampton Assembly Plant.Unifor Local 1285 President Vito Beato […]
- The future of Corner Brook Pulp and Paper Mill February 19, 2026The future of Corner Brook Pulp and Paper Mill February 19, 2026 Share Main Image Image Joseph Kruger IIChairman of the Board and Chief Executive OfficerKruger Inc.3285 chemin Bedford, Montreal, QC, H3S 1G5Dear Mr. Kruger,I am writing to seek clarity on the future of the Corner Brook Pulp and Paper Mill, and to request an […]
- Defending Public Health Care in Canada February 18, 2026Defending Public Health Care in Canada February 18, 2026 Share Main Image Image From Parliament Hill in Ottawa: highlights from Canadian Health Care Lobby Week and the rally to defend public, universal health care. Workers demanded no cuts, real enforcement of the Canada Health Act, expanded Pharmacare, and better support for health care workers and […]
- Unifor takes action against human trafficking February 18, 2026Unifor takes action against human trafficking February 18, 2026 Share Main Image Image Every year on Human Trafficking Awareness Day, observed annually on February 22, Unifor takes a moment to reflect on the on-going fight against human trafficking and the role of unions in protecting the dignity and human rights of all individuals. Trafficking remains largely invisible, […]
- Unifor applauds $141M Coca-Cola Canada bottling expansion February 18, 2026Unifor applauds $141M Coca-Cola Canada bottling expansion February 18, 2026 Share Main Image Image Unifor applauds a $141-million investment in Coca-Cola Canada Bottling’s Brampton facility, announced on Feb. 17, calling it a major boost for unionized manufacturing and long-term job security in Ontario. “Investing in Canada is a no brainer, because Canada’s workforce is skilled, […]
- Skilled Trades members gather to shape the future of work February 18, 2026Skilled Trades members gather to shape the future of work February 18, 2026 Share Main Image Image Skilled Trades members from across the country attended the three-day Unifor National Skilled Trades Collective Bargaining & New Technology Conference in Toronto to address the pressures and possibilities facing Skilled Trades in Canada. Ken Anderson, Chairperson of the […]
- Following a million-dollar ruling against Amazon, Unifor will seek mediation to expedite first contract February 17, 2026Following a million-dollar ruling against Amazon, Unifor will seek mediation to expedite first contract February 17, 2026 Share Main Image Image VANCOUVER—The B.C. Labour Relations Board has ruled that Amazon violated the Labour Code by unlawfully imposing a wage freeze on unionized workers, upholding a complaint filed by Unifor.“This decision confirms what Amazon workers have […]
- MEDIA ADVISORY: Unifor update on Amazon Labour Relations Code violation and union’s application for board-appointed mediation February 16, 2026MEDIA ADVISORY: Unifor update on Amazon Labour Relations Code violation and union’s application for board-appointed mediation February 16, 2026 Share Main Image Image VANCOUVER—Unifor will hold a media conference on February 17 to provide updates on the B.C. Labour Relations Board ruling that Amazon violated the Labour Relations Code, and the union’s application for a […]
- Unifor members deliver strong strike mandates at three Nova Scotia retirement homes February 16, 2026Unifor members deliver strong strike mandates at three Nova Scotia retirement homes February 16, 2026 Share Main Image Image HALIFAX-Unifor members at Parkland and Martha’s Place retirement homes in Nova Scotia have voted overwhelmingly in favour of strike action as contract talks continue across the three worksites. Members have delivered a mandate to negotiate wages aligned with long-term care workers […]