United Food and Commercial Workers

Activists build momentum to close the gender wage gap

maya.bhullar — Tue, 17 Jan 2017 18:20:35 +0000

Activists build momentum to close the gender wage gap

UFCW Canada activists recently met with allies in the Ontario Equal Pay Coalition to strategize for the year ahead to end the gender wage gap that is so prevalent in non-union workplaces.

November 25: International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women

maya.bhullar — Tue, 22 Nov 2016 19:43:22 +0000

November 25 – International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women

On November 25 at 12 p.m. EST, join UFCW Canada on Twitter and Facebook and show your support to the #NotOkay campaign.

UFCW Canada activists show their Pride in nation's capital

dmolenhuis — Wed, 24 Aug 2016 14:33:57 +0000

UFCW Canada activists show their Pride in nation's capital

The rain couldn't damper the spirits of UFCW Canada activists who participated in this year's Capital Pride parade in Ottawa.

Labour Day celebrations -- September 5

dmolenhuis — Fri, 19 Aug 2016 15:07:04 +0000

Labour Day celebrations -- September 5

On September 5, share the celebration and the solidarity with UFCW Canada members, activists, family members, and labour allies at Labour Day marches, rallies, picnics and gatherings across the land.

International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples -- August 9

dmolenhuis — Fri, 05 Aug 2016 16:10:02 +0000

International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples -- August 9

Each year, on August 9, the International Day of the World's Indigenous Peoples is observed to promote and acknowledge the rights of the world's indigenous communities.

Jason Kenney will take Alberta back to the 20th century

dmolenhuis — Thu, 21 Jul 2016 14:24:59 +0000

Jason Kenney will take Alberta back to the 20th century

Harper fanboy Jason Kenney wants to be the next premier of Alberta and turn the clock back on LBTQ rights, women's rights, and bring back Big Oil.

Why no conservative outrage over Saskatchewan's credit downgrade?

dmolenhuis — Fri, 08 Jul 2016 12:05:15 +0000

Why no conservative outrage over Saskatchewan's credit downgrade?

When Ontario and Alberta credit ratings were downgraded, the screams from right-wing media and politicians were deafening. But in Saskatchewan all we can hear is silent hypocrisy.

Reconciliation and the pillar of restoration

dmolenhuis — Thu, 23 Jun 2016 13:13:08 +0000

Reconciliation and the pillar of restoration

Reconciliation within a workplace environment is about inclusion, belonging, dignity and respect. The UFCW has released a toolkit to educate workers about Indigenous self-determination.

Activists rally to demand rights for migrant workers

dmolenhuis — Tue, 07 Jun 2016 13:43:40 +0000

Activists rally to demand rights for migrant workers

UFCW Canada activists and social justice allies recently rallied in Toronto to defend the rights of migrant workers in Canada.

Strike ends as union wins first contract at Covered Bridge Potato Chips!

dmolenhuis — Thu, 26 May 2016 14:13:20 +0000

Strike ends as union wins first contract at Covered Bridge Potato Chips!

The workers at CBPC have won. Nothing tastes better than a first contract!

Turning passion in to action: UFCW Women's Network

dmolenhuis — Mon, 16 May 2016 20:02:35 +0000

Turning passion in to action: UFCW Women's Network

Working women must stand together to let employers, politicians, and their communities know what they need on the job. The UFCW Women's Network does just that.

Asian Heritage Month -- May 2016

dmolenhuis — Thu, 05 May 2016 14:38:42 +0000

Asian Heritage Month -- May 2016

Every May, Canadians have the privilege of celebrating Asian Heritage Month. Learn about the rich and exceptionally diverse histories of our large and growing Asian communities from coast to coast.

International Workers' Day, May 1

dmolenhuis — Fri, 29 Apr 2016 13:11:27 +0000

International Workers' Day, May 1

May Day is both a celebration of labour's achievements and an annual reminder that the struggle remains as the impact of globalization can only be contested by heightened international solidarity.

Walmart to pay $151 million in unpaid wages after losing U.S. supreme court appeal

dmolenhuis — Thu, 14 Apr 2016 16:31:17 +0000

Walmart to pay $151 million in unpaid wages after losing U.S. supreme court appeal

Walmart workers demanding compensation for unpaid wages recently won a huge legal victory after the United States Supreme Court denied Walmart's appeal of a class action lawsuit.

Covered Bridge strike gains worldwide solidarity

dmolenhuis — Thu, 07 Apr 2016 14:46:20 +0000

Covered Bridge strike gains worldwide solidarity

As the strike by UFCW Canada Local 1288P members at Covered Bridge Potato Chips holds strong, thousands of activists from around the world have added their voices in calling for a fair first contract.