UFCW Canada observes International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples – August 9
Toronto – August 1, 2020 – On December 1994, the United Nations General Assembly declared August 9 as the International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples.
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Calling all activists: Support the expansion of EI sickness benefits
Ottawa – July 31, 2020 – Support the expansion of Employment Insurance (EI) sickness benefits in Canada by helping to achieve a fairer system for workers. Show your support for extending EI sickness benefits by sending a letter to the Minister of Employment, Workforce Development, and Disability Inclusion, Carla Qualtrough.
Fast food workers at Wendy’s Thunder Bay build a better life – UFCW 175 & 633
Thunder Bay, Ont. – July 30, 2020 – UFCW Locals 175 & 633 members working at Wendy’s in Thunder Bay have ratified a new union contract that provides new paid leave, improved vacation pay, and more.
My webCampus Experience: Members find value in online learning during COVID-19
Toronto – July 29, 2020 – UFCW Canada members across the country continue to rave about the union's ground-breaking online education program, webCampus, particularly during the COVID-19 pandemic as more members find themselves at home.
Deadline for $2,500 OFL Scholarship fast approaching – Apply now!
Toronto – July 28, 2020 – The deadline for the Ontario Federation of Labour (OFL) / American Income Life (AIL) Jack Layton Scholarship, which includes two awards at $2,500 each, is rapidly approaching on August 24. UFCW Canada members and full-time post-secondary students in Ontario are welcome and encouraged to apply in advance of the deadline.
Food retail members at Metro Boutin negotiate higher wages – UFCW 501
Saint-Félicien, Que. – July 27, 2020 – Despite the difficulties presented by COVID-19, UFCW Local 501 members working at Metro Boutin in Saint-Félicien, Quebec have achieved their first union contract, which provides wage increases, additional vacation time, and more.
Politics Blog: Scott Moe's election budget snubs front-line workers
Regina, Sask. – July 25, 2020 – After a long delay, Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe has finally introduced a budget. However, the right-wing leader’s fiscal plan offers little in the way of relief for the people of Saskatchewan as the province struggles to recover from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Young Workers Blog: Join the Amplifying Young Voices webinar on July 28
Toronto – July 24, 2020 – Attention all UFCW young members and allies: global unions have joined together to amplify the voices of young workers during and beyond the COVID-19 pandemic in a series of webinars, and the next webinar will be held on July 28.
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