Cannabis workers join union – UFCW 1006A

Toronto – September 8, 2026 – Cannabis workers at the Tokyo Smoke store at 450 Yonge Street in Toronto have voted to join UFCW 1006A.

The bargaining unit is made up of six workers, who work as Educators and Key Holders. The workers were motivated to join the local union for improved wages, benefits, paid sick days and safer working conditions.

“Cannabis workers continue to turn to UFCW 1006A for protection and a strong voice at work,” said UFCW 1006A President Wayne Hanley. “We are pleased to welcome our newest members from Tokyo Smoke in Toronto.”

Read more about the organizing victory at Tokyo Smoke in Toronto.

UFCW Local 1006A represents 42,000 members in a wide range of sectors across Ontario, including the grocery retail, food processing, hospitality, laundry, warehousing, transportation, cannabis, and eye care industries. To learn more about UFCW 1006A and its outstanding work, visit the local union’s website.

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