USW President David McCall says, “We call on policymakers to prioritize revamping our trade system...not to punish trusted allies like our Canadian partners, but to ensure American workers are able to compete on a level playing field now and for generations to come.”
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☪️ Ramadan Mubarak!
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Union leaders gathered today to send a clear message to government: No more trade deals and economic decisions that leave workers behind.
A strong economy is built with workers, not behind closed doors. #canlab #cdnpoli #solidarity
Steelworkers Humanity Fund update – Dec. 2025
@usw1944.bsky.social joined a USW Humanity Fund delegation to Izmir, Türkiye, in August to meet Telus workers & learn about the realities of organizing in the global ‘Business Process Outsourcing’ industry.
Read update here: usw.ca/steelworkers...
A large group of people are seen outside. There is snow on the ground and everyone is huddled together and smiling, holding signs that say, "Baristas of Steel!" "Back your Baristas!" and "Steelworkers support Baristas of Steel!"
Snow and sleet can't stop Steelworker solidarity from showing up and taking space ✊🌨️☕️
Big thank you to everyone who showed up to our Day of Action in support of Starbucks workers!
Together, we can demand better and fight for the fairer & safer workplaces we all deserve.
#USW #BaristasOfSteel
Several hands making a fist shape are seen at the bottom in a show of solidarity. Navy text on a gold background reads, "Human Rights Day. Human Rights, Our Everyday Essentials" - December 10 appears on a sticky note in the upper right hand corner.
The USW recognizes International Human Rights Day this December 10!
For Steelworkers, human rights are rooted in the dignity of a safe workplace, decent work & equal pay; protection from harassment & discrimination; and the freedom to choose to be a union member ✊
More at: usw.ca/human-rights...
Blue, white and gold text on a navy background reads, "Union coffee tastes better! Drop in to a unionized Starbucks to pick up your next lil' treat!" You can see two maps, one that shows southern Ontario and one that shows southern B.C and Alberta - it shows the number of unionized stores we have.
Union coffee just tastes better ☕️
Find a list of our currently unionized Starbucks store locations and much more at: baristasofsteel.ca
#USW #BaristasOfSteel
Gold and light blue text on a navy background reads, "Day of Action in support of Starbucks workers! December 10 2025, 10 am to 12 p.m. 5160 Yonge St. Toronto, ON. North. York Centre subway). At the bottom, is a picture of a large group of activists outside in front of a Starbucks storefront.
All out for the Day of Action in support of Starbucks workers!
Let’s pay a visit to Starbucks Canada Corporate Office on December 10 for International Human Rights Day ✊
Workers’ rights are human rights!
Bring your flags, noise makers and solidarity!
![White and gold text on navy background reads, "From the press. CTV News - December 2, 2025. “The timing of the layoffs is outrageous...I am just devastated for our members, devastated for our community and so extremely disappointed in that employer to do it four weeks before Christmas.
[...] At a time when labour relations should be at its strongest, we see Algoma constantly violating the collective agreement and fighting with the local union.” Marty Warren, USW National Director"
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White and gold text on navy background reads, "From the press. CTV News - December 2, 2025. “The timing of the layoffs is outrageous...I am just devastated for our members, devastated for our community and so extremely disappointed in that employer to do it four weeks before Christmas. [...] At a time when labour relations should be at its strongest, we see Algoma constantly violating the collective agreement and fighting with the local union.” Marty Warren, USW National Director" A picture at the top shows two people doing a virtual interview - on the left, the news reporter and on the right, Director Warren. The text reads, "CTV News.ca. Sault Ste. Marie hit hard by Algoma layoffs"
WATCH NOW 📺:
National Director Marty Warren on CTV News speaking on the heartless job cuts.
"I am just devastated for our members, devastated for our community and so extremely disappointed in that employer."
Find & watch the interview here: usw.ca/campaigns/fighting-trump-tariffs
#CanLab #USW
You can also check out this joint op-ed from Meg Gingrich, assistant to the USW National Director and Guio Jacinto, researcher and economic and trade policy analyst at USW.
More here: usw.ca/opinion-the-algoma-layoffs-were-a-tragedy-this-is-how-we-can-fix-the-issues-that-caused-them/
We are devastated at Algoma’s announcement of more than 1,000 layoffs.
“When governments sign agreements to support industry, they must ensure transparent commitments to job security and job growth,” said National Director Mary Warren.
See our statement here: usw.ca/algoma-holiday-layoffs/
Workers need a leader who is right for this moment — someone who doesn’t just talk about the challenges working people face, but has lived them, fought for progress & delivered real results. Rob is that person.
You can become a member, sign up to volunteer and learn more about Rob at: robashton.ca
The United Steelworkers union is proud to endorse @rob-for-ndp-leader.bsky.social to be the next leader of the federal New Democratic Party ✊🍊
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#CanLab #CanPoli
People are seen outside a truck receiving food and aid. A sign on the truck says, "Action Against Hunger" and navy blue text on a gold background at the bottom reads, "Steelworkers Humanity Fund donates $10,000 in response to the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza."
The Humanity Fund is donating $10,000 to Action Against Hunger Canada in support of its relief efforts in Gaza.
“The ongoing crisis in Gaza compels us to take action to save lives & restore dignity for communities,” said Marty Warren, National Director.
Read more at: usw.ca/gaza-relief-...
A blue background fades from bottom to top. A white USW logo appears in the upper left hand corner and in the upper right hand corner, you see a white stick note that says "November 20" on it. A blue, pink and white trans flag in the shape of a candle wick is in the center - with white text at the bottom that says "Trans Day of Remembrance"
Today is the #TransDayofRemembrance & we honour the lives lost through the hatred and violence of transphobia.
The trans & gender-diverse community continue to face disproportionate barriers & the fight to demand that they can live and work in safety and dignity is one that everyone must take on.
For those who can, please consider donating to one of the organizations recommended by the Toronto & York Region Labour Council: labourcouncil.ca/hurricane-melissa-relief
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Palm trees are seen, some with broken branches. The background fades to yellow at the bottom and navy text reads, "Steelworker Humanity Fund donates $7,000 to the Canadian Red Cross Hurricane Melissa Appeal"
In response to the Hurricane Melissa disaster in Jamaica, the Steelworkers Toronto Area Council have passed motions to contribute to relief efforts to the Jamaican-Canadian Association, an amount matched by the Steelworkers Humanity Fund to the Canadian Red Cross.
#USWUnity #USWCares
We’re thrilled to announce the 2026 Women of Steel Conference: Education for a New Era 🌎✊
Join us in Toronto, Ontario, March 29 – April 2, 2026!
Registration information, including hotel bookings, air travel and child care available here: usw.ca/events/2026-...
WATCH NOW: A message from National Director Marty Warren 📹
As we look ahead to the federal budget announcement on November 4, make no mistake - Steelworkers want to a see a transformational budget that leaves no Canadian worker behind.
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#CanPoli #CanLab
Instead of strengthening the office, the government has left the position of Canadian Ombudsperson for Responsible Enterprise vacant, with signals suggesting plans to close the office entirely.
We can't let this happen.
Read & share our call to action:
cnca-rcrce.ca/2025/10/22/w...
#CanPoli
A close up of a person with short dark hair and glasses is seen speaking into a microphone. Text reads, "Congratulations! Roxanne Brown, Incoming USW International President-Elect"
Congratulations to Vice President Roxanne Brown who has been elected as our next international president!
“I am beyond humbled & honored to serve as the USW’s next president," said Brown.
Read more at:
usw.ca/new-usw-leaders-prepare-to-take-office/
Text reads, "We're hiring! Digital Communications Officer - 18 month contract. Communications and Political Action Department"
We're looking for an in-office Digital Communications Officer to join our Communications & Political Action Department in Toronto, covering an 18-month parental leave 🔍🎉
Apply by: October 21, 2025 by 5 p.m.
More at: usw.ca/resources/digital-communications-officer18-month-contract/
#JoinOurTeam
The USW is denouncing the latest escalation in Donald Trump’s trade war!
The new tariff comes on top of the existing 35.16% duties already imposed. In total, Canadian softwood lumber shipments worth more than $7.7 billion annually will now face duties exceeding 45%.
More at:
usw.ca/steelworkers...
We are calling on Steelworkers across the country to join together and show your solidarity by supporting a @cupwsttp.bsky.social picket line near you!
Find a picket line in your community at ⬇️:
act-cupwsttp.nationbuilder.com/picket_lines
September 30, the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, is a day to remember and pay tribute to the children who were forcibly taken from their families and sent to residential schools.
What are you doing to honour and show solidarity with these affected communities?
usw.ca/resolving-to...
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of #USW International President emeritus Leo W. Gerard.
Gerard had a profound impact on the lives of working people. We will miss him dearly and his work will live on for generations to come.
More at: usw.ca/usw-mourns-p...
#RestInPower
USW is hosting our Steel Pride Network, to gather rainbow community Steelworkers from coast to coast to coast and talk about what’s up and what’s important to our community!
To find out more and register, please visit: usw.ca/events/national-steel-pride-network-october-2025/
#SteelPride #USW
As MPs return to the House of Commons today, National Director Marty Warren is calling on the federal government and all political parties to make this parliamentary session about workers!
Full release at: usw.ca/now-that-par...
#USW #WorkersFirst #CanLab #CanPoli
Image: Big banner flags are seen with the USW logo on them. It fades to gold and then text in white and navy says, "Labour Day. Reaffirming our commitment to a better future for all"
USW members will join fellow workers in communities across 🇨🇦 this #LabourDay to recognize our many achievements as a movement, to reaffirm our values and principles & recommit to fighting for a better future for all! ✊
Full statement from our Canadian Directors at: usw.ca/labour-day-2025-statement/
National Director Marty Warren is voicing concern over the removal of Canadian retaliatory tariffs against the U.S.
Using the livelihoods of Canadian workers as a bargaining chip is a frustrating and ineffective move!
Full statement at: usw.ca/usw-criticiz...
#USW #CanLab #Tariffs
