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The continued struggle for women in all areas of society and life is acknowledged and observed on August 26th. This day commemorates the passage of women’s suffrage in the US and is a reminder of the hurdles that have been overcome by the strong and heroic women who faced, discrimination and violence while fighting to …
On this day we celebrate the workers and labourers who march for their rights against exploitation—fighting for Justice on the job! The day originated in the early 1900s when the labour union movement stood up and fought for the eight-hour work day! Come, bring family and friends! Join your union celebrate all the work wins, …
What you need to Know… What you need to know about the Canadian Dental Care Plan (CDCP) The CDCP is something the labour unions had a hand in bringing to Canada. Lobbying and meeting with the members of parliament to let them know this is something Canadians need! Fighting for pharmacare on all levels. Are …
Organizing Win ORGANIZING WIN The 200 nursing staff of Mackenzie Health Long Term Care in Richmond Hill voted overwhelmingly in favour of joining the IAM Union. “Only 2 employees voted against getting the Union”, noted District 78 organizer Rootisha Rampat Sukhu. “The workplace leaders worked tirelessly to get their co-workers signed up and held them …
Happy Birthday to the IAMAW On May 5, 1888 (136 years ago) Thomas W Talbot, a railroad machinist from Georgia founded the Order of the United Machinists and Mechanical Engineers. One year later on May 6, 1889 Brother Talbot was elected to Grand Master Machinist (now known as International President) at the first major convention …
The Ontario Health Coalition is fighting hard to keep our healthcare system public and available to all! While our Ontario government is underfunding and making cuts to force the privatization of health care and convince the people of Ontario that its the only solution to our healthcare crisis! It’s not! If you want to get involved, …
Good afternoon everyone,We need your help promoting this event! International Workers Day happens every year on May 1st. This year the IAM is hosting a Celebration and Living Wage Rally at Terminal 1, Departures level, at the Inukshuks. The rally starts at 1 pm, speakers start at 1:30pm. Our goal is to have at least …
Day of Mourning | WSIB The Day of Mourning was enshrined in national legislation by an Act of Parliament on February 1, 1991. The Day of Mourning, also known as Workers’ Memorial Day, is officially recognized in about 100 countries worldwide. Canadian flags on Parliament Hill and at Queen’s Park fly at half-mast on …