• Great Canadian Food Products – Stand up for Canada

  • The National Defence Fund

  • Canadian Tire workers vote “YES!” to join the union – UFCW 175 & 633

  • Back to school with union-made snacks and foods

  • Social service workers at Brandon Housing First join the union - UFCW 832

  • Affordability for All: Taking Action on Canada’s Affordability Crisis

  • Respect Frontline Workers

  • Join the call for #PaidSickDaysNow!

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Western YIP session unites and empowers young UFCW activists

Western YIP session unites and empowers young UFCW activists

Vancouver – August 5, 2025 – The Young Workers Internship Program (YIP), UFCW Canada’s premier training and leadership development initiative for young members, made its western stop in Vancouver this summer, continuing to ignite passion and purpose among the next generation of union activists.

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Canada’s unions commend recognition of Palestinian statehood, call for further action in Gaza

Ottawa – August 1, 2025 – In an open letter to Prime Minister Mark Carney, Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) President Bea Bruske applauds the government’s decision to recognize Palestinian statehood — a precondition to the start of a real peace process. Representing over three million workers, the CLC says Canada must be a leader in advancing the principles of international law, human dignity and peace. Canada’s unions also support the calls to action by the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC). UFCW is proudly affiliated to the CLC. 

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August – Thimbleberry Moon (UFCW Indigenous Calendar)

Toronto – August 1, 2025 – As summer begins its gentle transition toward fall, we welcome the Thimbleberry Moon (Datkaagmin) — a time to honour the thimbleberry and its connection to the sacred circle of life. The soft yet resilient nature of the thimbleberry reflects the teachings of the Spirit World, offering guidance, healing, and insight as we prepare for seasonal change.

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