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Migrant Food Workers deserve permanent residency: Demand Pathways Now!

Toronto – August 19, 2025 – Migrant food workers are the backbone of Canada’s food supply, yet too many remain stuck in temporary, insecure immigration status. These vital members of our workforce — who plant, harvest, process, and deliver the food we all rely on — deserve more than thanks; they deserve the stability and rights that come with permanent residency. It’s time for the government to create clear, accessible pathways so that the people who feed our nation can build their lives and futures here with dignity and security.

UFCW Canada stands with CUPE Flight Attendants

Toronto – August 18, 2025 – UFCW Canada strongly opposes the federal government’s decision to halt strike action by CUPE Flight Attendants at Air Canada through the imposition of binding arbitration. The move effectively curtailed workers’ legal right to job action only hours after it began.

BDM Scholarship winner builds future in education

BDM Scholarship winner Rosalie Fecteau

Saint-Jérôme, Que. – August 18, 2025 – UFCW 500 member and IGA cashier Rosalie Fecteau is a BDM scholarship recipient: she plans on using her scholarship for her first year of study at Université du Québec en Outaouais towards an education degree in preschool education and primary teaching.

Transit workers build better life – UFCW 1006A

Orillia, Ont. – August 14, 2025 – UFCW 1006A members at Tok Transit, who work as transit drivers for the City of Orillia, ratified a new union contract.

It's time to Make Truth and Reconciliation Day a paid day of recognition and remembrance

Toronto – August 13, 2025 – In July 2021, the federal government established September 30^th as a federal holiday to provide time for Canadians to honour the survivors of the residential school system, their families and their communities, and to commemorate those who did not survive. UFCW Canada stands firm this day should be a paid Day of Recognition and Remembrance for all individuals living in every province and territory across Canada.

Build the perfect Turkey Sandwich – The UFCW Way

Toronto – August 13, 2025 – Whether you're packing lunch or preparing a quick meal at home, the perfect turkey sandwich starts with choosing quality, Canadian-made products. By reaching for ingredients made by UFCW Canada members, you’re not only creating a delicious sandwich — you’re supporting workers and families across the country.

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