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.
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.
Toronto – August 13, 2025 – In July 2021, the federal government established September 30th 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.
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.
Toronto – August 12, 2025 – Sebastian Biasucci, of Neighbourlink North York, was a successful recipient of the UFCW Canada Equity Grant.
Ottawa, Ont. – August 11, 2025 – The new UFCW 175 members in Ottawa at Interval House have ratified their first collective agreement with a three-year term.
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.
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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