Retail workers at Canadian Tire in Ottawa have voted YES to joining UFCW Local 175!
These 75 workers came together for better wages, fair benefits, respect, and a real voice on the job. Now, they’re set to begin bargaining their very first collective agreement.
More here: l.ufcw.ca/canadiantire
This #LabourDay, we celebrate the workers who keep Canada fed, housed & cared for. From grocery stores to warehouses & beyond, UFCW members show that when workers unite, we win fairness & respect. ✊
👉 Find a Labour Day event near you: l.ufcw.ca/labour-day-2...
Big news in Montreal! 100+ workers at Adonis Griffintown are now officially unionized with UFCW 500.
This win reflects their courage and demand for dignity at work.
Welcome to the UFCW family!
🔗 l.ufcw.ca/adonis-join
July 31 marks National Bannock Day — created by the UFCW Canada Indigenous Committee to honour bannock and celebrate Indigenous culture, resilience, and tradition across Turtle Island.
Explore the meaning behind this special day:
🔗 l.ufcw.ca/national-ban...
Western student Derrell Bien Nofiel is one of the latest recipients of the UFCW Canada BDM Scholarship. For him, it’s about more than funding—it's about fulfilling a dream and honouring his parents’ sacrifices.
Read more: l.ufcw.ca/bdm-scholars...
Young UFCW members from SK & MB gathered in Saskatoon for the Young-Workers Internship Program (YIP)!
A week of learning, skill-building, and connecting — including a Star Egg tour — inspired them to become stronger workplace activists.
Next stop: Ontario! l.ufcw.ca/yip-saskatoon
BREAKING: Historic win! Uber drivers in Victoria, B.C. become the first in Canada to unionize — setting a bold precedent for gig workers nationwide.
They’re proving platform workers can organize and win.
More: l.ufcw.ca/victoria-ube...
Security guards are standing up for better wages, fair treatment, and respect at work.
More than two dozen guards at DiFranco Security Services in Toronto have said YES to joining UFCW 1006A.
Read more: l.ufcw.ca/security-wor...
On Sunday myself and colleagues from @ecojusticecanada.bsky.social joined @ufcwcanada.bsky.social to highlight the risk agricultural workers face from exposure to toxic pesticides. The workers who put food on our tables deserve protection from dangerous chemicals. windsorstar.com/news/local-n...
Farm workers deserve better working conditions!
UFCW Canada & Ecojustice are taking legal action against Health Canada for failing to protect farm workers from toxic pesticides. Farm workers deserve the right to know what they’re exposed to.
Learn more: l.ufcw.ca/ufcw-ecojust...
This #PrideMonth, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and joy of 2SLGBTQI+ communities — and recommit to the fight for equity, justice, and safety in every workplace.
Pride is protest. Pride is power. Pride is union.
Big win in Mississauga, Ontario!
Over 150 Ashley Homestore workers have unionized with UFCW 175!
They stood up for respect, safety, and a real voice at work—and they won.
Next stop: a strong first contract.
More: l.ufcw.ca/ashley-homes...
Big welcome to new members at Canadian Linen and Uniform Services in Mount Pearl, Newfoundland, who have joined UFCW Local 1252!
Welcome to the union family!
Read more: l.ufcw.ca/canadian-lin...
YIP 2025 launched in Halifax!
Young UFCW Canada members spent the week building power through leadership, advocacy, and organizing.
The future of labour is strong.
More: l.ufcw.ca/yip-atlantic...
UFCW 1400 members at Affinity Credit Union have ratified a new collective agreement that delivers real gains in wages, benefits, and workplace protections. The deal includes key improvements and a strong commitment to fairness for unionized staff.
More details here: l.ufcw.ca/affinity-agr...
May 17 is #IDAHOBIT — a global day of solidarity with 2SLGBTQI+ communities & a reminder of the fight for equality.
🏳️🌈 Hate is rising. We rise stronger — together.
💪 We keep each other safe.
🔗 Learn more: l.ufcw.ca/idahobit2025
PetSmart workers in Surrey, B.C. are the first in the province to unionize with @ufcw1518.com!
They’ve taken a powerful first step toward better wages, fair schedules & job security.
This is more than one store. It’s a movement.
🔗 l.ufcw.ca/petsmart-wor...
Joining them is Lisa Pedersen, elected Executive Vice President. Together, this new leadership team is committed to building on UFCW’s legacy and fighting for workers’ rights across North America. Read more about this historic leadership transition: l.ufcw.ca/new-era-ufcw (3/3)
With Perrone’s retirement, Milton Jones has been elected as International President, becoming the first Black president in UFCW history. Shawn Haggerty, UFCW Canada National President, is now International Secretary-Treasurer, the first Canadian to hold this role. (2/3)
Election Chair Stuart Applebaum (left) swears in newly elected International President Milton Jones and Secretary-Treasurer Shawn Haggerty (center), alongside Executive Vice-President Lisa Pederson (right), during the official ceremony.
After over four decades of leadership, Marc Perrone retires as UFCW International President. His tenure strengthened the union’s organizing, bargaining, and political efforts, impacting 1.2 million members across the U.S. and Canada. Thank you, Marc! (1/3)
We’re proud to release UFCW Canada’s 2024 Annual Report — a year of bold action, historic wins & real progress for workers across the country.
From farm workers to food processors, solidarity led the way.
Read more: l.ufcw.ca/annualreport...
Big congrats to UFCW 401 member Cynthia Philips, this year’s UFCW Canada – BDM Scholarship recipient!
Now in her 4th year at the U of A studying Education & Music, Cynthia is thankful for the support and plans to pay it forward.
Learn more: l.ufcw.ca/bdm-scholars...
UFCW Canada supports a new report calling for national housing standards for migrant ag workers. It’s time to end unsafe, undignified conditions. Every worker deserves a safe place to call home.
📘 Read more: farmworkerhousing.ca/national-hou...
Today, UFCW Canada leadership proudly wears blue in honour of former @ufcw1518.com President Kim Novak. On what would have been her birthday, we remember Kim’s unwavering dedication to our union and the lasting legacy she left behind. 💙
Workers at a Toronto Fresh Co. location are among the newest members of UFCW 175 after saying "YES!" to joining Canada's leading union.
More here: l.ufcw.ca/freshco-work...
Today on #MayDay, we honour the strength and solidarity of workers everywhere. Justice for workers is justice for all. #InternationalWorkersDay
The federal election marks a turning point for working families.
UFCW Canada thanks allies who’ve stood with us and congratulates those ready to fight for fairness.
Special thanks to @jagmeetsingh.ca for his tireless leadership of the @ndp.ca.
More: l.ufcw.ca/federal-elec...
Congratulations to UFCW 1288P members working at Lineage Logistics in Moncton, New Brunswick on achieving a new collective agreement!
✅ Wage increases
✅ Boosted evening & weekend premiums
✅ Improved overtime pay
✅ Enhanced long-term disability
+ More
Details: l.ufcw.ca/lineage-cont...
