by Pat Bulmer | Sep 10, 2024 | News, Other News
It’s election season in B.C., here’s what you need to know: 1. What issues are workers facing in B.C. this election? Everything workers have accomplished under the BC NDP is at stake in this election. From the highest minimum wage in Canada to fairer unionization...
by Pat Bulmer | Sep 5, 2024 | News, Other News
From Unifor: September 5, 2024 VICTORIA—Wages will increase at least 16.3% over the next three years thanks to a new collective agreement ratified this evening by members of Unifor Local 114 at the Hotel Grand Pacific. “Unifor members are setting a high standard in...
by Pat Bulmer | Sep 2, 2024 | News, Other News
“This Labour Day comes at a time when workers are organizing and fighting for justice everywhere, at bargaining tables, on picket lines, and in the streets.” Watch Unifor National President Lana Payne’s message for Labour Day 2024.
by Pat Bulmer | Aug 26, 2024 | News, Other News
AUGUST 26, 2024 VANCOUVER—Members of Unifor Local 433 have won their fight for fair wage increases and safer working conditions, ending a three-week long strike at Vancouver’s Residence Inn. “Fighting back works,” said Unifor National President Lana Payne. “Unifor...
by Pat Bulmer | Aug 2, 2024 | News, Other News
JULY 31, 2024 Unifor marks the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples on August 9 by reaffirming our commitment to Indigenous communities through the union’s ongoing projects and initiatives. Our union believes in the need for continued advocacy...
by Pat Bulmer | Jul 27, 2024 | News, Other News
From Unifor: August 1 is Emancipation Day. On this day in 1834, the Slavery Abolition Act 1833 took effect, which laid a pathway to freeing enslaved people in British colonies across the globe, including here in Canada. Acknowledging Emancipation Day does not mean...
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