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.
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.
Toronto – July 31, 2025 – UFCW 1006A members at Cambridge Suites Hotel in Toronto have ratified a new union contract.
Ottawa – July 31, 2025 – The International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC) expresses deep concern and condemnation over the recent interception and detention of the civilian vessel Handala by the Israeli military in international waters.
Toronto – July 30, 2025 – UFCW Canada has released a new resource to support persons with disabilities in navigating the Canada Disability Benefit (CDB) application process, for which the first payments are released this month.
Laval, Que. – July 30, 2025 – UFCW Local 1991-P members working at Aliments Morehouse have achieved their first collective agreement providing wage increases, benefits, a pension plan, and more.
Toronto – July 29, 2025 – On July 31, people across Turtle Island are invited to celebrate National Bannock Day — a special occasion that honours the rich cultural heritage of Indigenous communities through one of their most beloved traditional foods: bannock.
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