Workers at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Welland join the union – UFCW 175 & 633
Welland, Ont. – October 5, 2023 – Workers at the Holiday Inn Express and Suites in Welland voted in favour of joining UFCW Local 175.
“Workers in hospitality have faced the deep impact of the last few years throughout their industry. While it has been a difficult time for many, we are seeing an upswing in workers advocating for themselves and their co-workers,” said UFCW Local 175 President Shawn Haggerty. “Workers want respect and dignity at work, and we look forward to supporting them in the goal to build a better life by joining the Union.”
The workers have gained bargaining rights through certification, and the right to fight for better wages, benefits, respect, and eliminating favouritism in the workplace. They look forward to starting the negotiation process in the weeks to come.
To read more about the organizing victory at Holiday Inn Express and Suites Welland, click here.
UFCW Canada Locals 175 & 633 represent more than 70,000 hard-working Ontarians in almost every sector of the economy. To learn more about the outstanding work of UFCW 175 & 633, visit the Local Union's website.
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