United Steelworkers

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The largest private sector union in North America, 850,000 strong-225,000 Canadian members. We fight for jobs, justice & a better future.

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United Steelworkers@uswmetallos· 26d

While Rogers is spending billions on sports teams, it’s terminating front-line customer service people. "Rogers is earning money from Canadians … yet is not keeping that money in the communities." – Corey Mandryk, USW Local 1944 usw.ca/local1944-cbc thetechunion.ca linktr.ee/uswmetallos #canlab

A media article excerpt is show as a scrap torn out of a newspaper over a blue background. Text on the blue background reads: CBC NEWS – GO PUBLIC, July 16, 2026. Yellow text reads: Rogers money should stay local: union organizer.

United Steelworkers@uswmetallos· 29d

Early notice! The USW's 56th National Policy Conference will be held in Montreal next Feb. 23-26, 2027. Learn more. Register. Submit resolutions: usw.ca/npc2027 #USWWorks #solidarity

United Steelworkers@uswmetallos· 29d

Avis anticipé ! Le 56e Congrès national d’orientation des Métallos se tiendra à Montréal du 23 au 27 février 2027. En savoir plus. Inscrivez-vous. Soumettez les résolutions : metallos.ca/cno2027

Un fond bleu royal avec du texte dessus : Le texte lire : Notre économie Notre avenir 56e Congrès national d'orientation des Métallos 23-26 fév. 2027 • Montréal. Visitel metallos.ca/cno-2027 pour les détails et l'inscription.

United Steelworkers@uswmetallos· Jul 13

Voici la mise à jour économique de juin 2026 du Service de la recherche du Syndicat des Métallos. Ce rapport présente les développements économiques les plus importants du dernier mois. Consultez le rapport complet : metallos.ca/ressources/mise-a-jour-economique-juin-2026

United Steelworkers@uswmetallos· Jul 13

Read the USW Research Department's Economic Update for the month of June 2026. This one-page report highlights key economic indicators and how they affect Canadian jobs and workers. Read more and download a copy at usw.ca/resources/economic-update-for-june-2026

United Steelworkers@uswmetallos· Jun 11

Major wage increases and the restoration of retiree health-care benefits are among the highlights of a new contract ratified by USW Local 6200 members working at the Vale Base Meals refinery in Port Colborne, Ont. Congratulations on your new collective agreement! usw.ca/lu-6200-cba-...

Bright yellow sparks fly out from a machine in an industrial setting.

Des étincelles jaune vif jaillissent d'une machine dans un environnement industriel.

United Steelworkers@uswmetallos· Jun 4

For Pride, the USW celebrates 2SLGBTQIA+ Steelworkers and members of the rainbow community.🏳️‍🌈 Pride is about solidarity in action. En cette saison de la Fierté, le Syndicat des Métallos célèbrent les métallos 2ELGBTQIA+ et des membres de la communauté arc-en-ciel.🏳️‍🌈 Declaration: usw.ca et metallos.ca

United Steelworkers@uswmetallos· Jun 2

The fight for justice must include reconciliation. USW's statement: usw.ca/the-fight-for-justice-must-include-reconciliation // La lutte pour la justice doit passer par la réconciliation. Déclaration complète : metallos.ca/la-lutte-pour-la-justice-doit-passer-par-la-reconciliation/

United Steelworkers@uswmetallos· May 12

The lobbying effort, organized by the USW National Indigenous Committee, gave Steelworkers activists the opportunity to bring their concerns and issues directly to federal politicians, in meetings with MPs, Senators and ministerial staff. usw.ca/indigenous-lobby

United Steelworkers@uswmetallos· Mar 10

Read a powerful story about how a widow's perseverance for justice for her late husband paid off thanks to help from USW Local 6500. usw.ca/local-6500-w...

United Steelworkers@uswmetallos· Feb 18

☪️ Ramadan Mubarak!

United Steelworkers@uswmetallos· Dec 10

Snow and sleet can't stop Steelworker solidarity from showing up and taking space ✊🌨️☕️ Big thank you to everyone who showed up to our Day of Action in support of Starbucks workers! Together, we can demand better and fight for the fairer & safer workplaces we all deserve. #USW #BaristasOfSteel

A large group of people are seen outside. There is snow on the ground and everyone is huddled together and smiling, holding signs that say, "Baristas of Steel!" "Back your Baristas!" and "Steelworkers support Baristas of Steel!"

United Steelworkers@uswmetallos· Dec 10

The USW recognizes International Human Rights Day this December 10! For Steelworkers, human rights are rooted in the dignity of a safe workplace, decent work & equal pay; protection from harassment & discrimination; and the freedom to choose to be a union member ✊ More at: usw.ca/human-rights...

Several hands making a fist shape are seen at the bottom in a show of solidarity. Navy text on a gold background reads, "Human Rights Day. Human Rights, Our Everyday Essentials" - December 10 appears on a sticky note in the upper right hand corner.

United Steelworkers@uswmetallos· Dec 6

WATCH NOW 📺: National Director Marty Warren on CTV News speaking on the heartless job cuts. "I am just devastated for our members, devastated for our community and so extremely disappointed in that employer." Find & watch the interview here: usw.ca/campaigns/fighting-trump-tariffs #CanLab #USW

White and gold text on navy background reads, "From the press. CTV News - December 2, 2025. “The timing of the layoffs is outrageous...I am just devastated for our members, devastated for our community and so extremely disappointed in that employer to do it four weeks before Christmas.

[...] At a time when labour relations should be at its strongest, we see Algoma constantly violating the collective agreement and fighting with the local union.” Marty Warren, USW National Director"

A picture at the top shows two people doing a virtual interview - on the left, the news reporter and on the right, Director Warren. The text reads, "CTV News.ca. Sault Ste. Marie hit hard by Algoma layoffs"

United Steelworkers@uswmetallos· Nov 26

The Humanity Fund is donating $10,000 to Action Against Hunger Canada in support of its relief efforts in Gaza. “The ongoing crisis in Gaza compels us to take action to save lives & restore dignity for communities,” said Marty Warren, National Director. Read more at: usw.ca/gaza-relief-...

People are seen outside a truck receiving food and aid. A sign on the truck says, "Action Against Hunger" and navy blue text on a gold background at the bottom reads, "Steelworkers Humanity Fund donates $10,000 in response to the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza."

United Steelworkers@uswmetallos· Nov 20

Today is the #TransDayofRemembrance & we honour the lives lost through the hatred and violence of transphobia. The trans & gender-diverse community continue to face disproportionate barriers & the fight to demand that they can live and work in safety and dignity is one that everyone must take on.

United Steelworkers@uswmetallos· Nov 18

In response to the Hurricane Melissa disaster in Jamaica, the Steelworkers Toronto Area Council have passed motions to contribute to relief efforts to the Jamaican-Canadian Association, an amount matched by the Steelworkers Humanity Fund to the Canadian Red Cross. #USWUnity #USWCares

Palm trees are seen, some with broken branches. The background fades to yellow at the bottom and navy text reads, "Steelworker Humanity Fund donates $7,000 to the Canadian Red Cross Hurricane Melissa Appeal"

United Steelworkers@uswmetallos· Oct 27

Instead of strengthening the office, the government has left the position of Canadian Ombudsperson for Responsible Enterprise vacant, with signals suggesting plans to close the office entirely. We can't let this happen. Read & share our call to action: cnca-rcrce.ca/2025/10/22/w... #CanPoli

United Steelworkers@uswmetallos· Oct 24

Congratulations to Vice President Roxanne Brown who has been elected as our next international president! “I am beyond humbled & honored to serve as the USW’s next president," said Brown. Read more at: usw.ca/new-usw-leaders-prepare-to-take-office/

A close up of a person with short dark hair and glasses is seen speaking into a microphone. Text reads, "Congratulations! Roxanne Brown, Incoming USW International President-Elect"

United Steelworkers@uswmetallos· Oct 2

We're looking for an in-office Digital Communications Officer to join our Communications & Political Action Department in Toronto, covering an 18-month parental leave 🔍🎉⁣ Apply by: October 21, 2025 by 5 p.m. More at: usw.ca/resources/digital-communications-officer18-month-contract/ #JoinOurTeam

Text reads, "We're hiring! Digital Communications Officer - 18 month contract. Communications and Political Action Department"

United Steelworkers@uswmetallos· Sep 29

We are calling on Steelworkers across the country to join together and show your solidarity by supporting a @cupwsttp.bsky.social picket line near you! Find a picket line in your community at ⬇️: act-cupwsttp.nationbuilder.com/picket_lines

United Steelworkers@uswmetallos· Aug 27

USW members will join fellow workers in communities across 🇨🇦 this #LabourDay to recognize our many achievements as a movement, to reaffirm our values and principles & recommit to fighting for a better future for all! ✊ Full statement from our Canadian Directors at: usw.ca/labour-day-2025-statement/

United Steelworkers@uswmetallos· Aug 14

Solidarity to the 10,000 cupescfp.bsky.social flight attendants who are demanding better and saying no to unpaid work! Stay strong and know that Steelworkers are standing behind you ✊ #USWUnity #CanLab #Strike

White and gold text on a navy background reads, "It’s not just about convenience. It’s about fairness. Our union supports flight attendants and all CUPE Air Canada Component members who are bargaining for better and willing to take job action to get there. Stay strong! You deserve better!"

United Steelworkers@uswmetallos· Aug 7

🚨 JOB ALERT 🚨 The USW Canadian National Office is hiring a staff person for an in-office permanent position in our Research, Public Policy & Bargaining Support Department in Toronto! Deadline to apply is August 26, 2025.

United Steelworkers@uswmetallos· Aug 6

The USW are welcoming the announcement by Prime Minister Mark Carney on new federal measures to support Canada’s softwood lumber industry, calling it a long-overdue step toward rebuilding a sector under intense pressure from escalating #tariffs. More at: usw.ca/softwood-lum... #USW #CanLab

A forestry worker in orange PPE and orange hard hat is seen standing outside, in front of tree logs piled in a large vehicle. On a navy background, gold text reads, "Latest News, August 5 2025. United Steelworkers union welcomes federal softwood announcement, calls for urgent follow-through to protect jobs and communities."

United Steelworkers@uswmetallos· Aug 5

The USW, representing more than 1,000 workers across steel, pipe & related manufacturing facilities in Alberta & Saskatchewan, is welcoming a new chapter under the ownership of Atlas Holdings, which will operate Interpro Pipe and Steel under the new banner of Orion Steel. (1/2) #USW #CanadianSteel

A grey and red building is seen outside, with trees surrounding it. You can see the words, "Interpro Pipe + Steel" on the front of the building. This is on a navy background, with additional gold text that reads, "USW Welcomes new era with Orion Steel, Interpro pipe and steel."

United Steelworkers@uswmetallos· Aug 1

From USW National Director Marty Warren: "Let’s be clear: no deal is better than a bad deal. And while we’re disappointed an agreement wasn’t reached to end this trade war, the worst outcome would have been a deal that locked in permanent damage to our economy. Read more at: usw.ca/tariffs-stat...

People are seen wearing hard hats and other PPE, in a steel plant work site, standing in front of a conveyer belt. Gold text on a navy background reads, "Latest news, August 1 2025. Steelworkers call on federal government to hold the line and strengthen Canada's economic defences as trade war escalates."

United Steelworkers@uswmetallos· Jul 29

USW District 3 & the USW Wood Council are calling on the government to take urgent action in response to the latest escalation in the softwood lumber trade dispute and is demanding immediate support for forestry workers and communities across the country! Read more at: usw.ca/canadian-gov...

Dark navy blue textured background with gold and white text that reads, "Canadian government needs to stand up for lumber workers, says United Steelworkers union. This latest increase, along with other threatened tariffs, is yet another blow to workers, communities and the long-term sustainability of our industry.

We represent thousands of loggers and mill workers across British Columbia and Western Canada and our members, and their families, are at risk – governments need to act now. Scott Lunny, USW District 3 Director"

United Steelworkers@uswmetallos· Jul 17

Did you know that July is #DisabilityPrideMonth? This is a movement rooted in community, liberation & a dismantling of ableism in all its forms. Let's honour the strength and resilience of people with disabilities in our communities and recommit to fighting and advocating for true accessibility!

United Steelworkers@uswmetallos· Jul 16

Today’s announcement from Prime Minister Mark Carney reflects major wins for workers – delivering on demands the USW has made not only during the current crisis, but over the past decade.