Unifor Local 707 – Halloween Candy Drive

Good afternoon, This year the Women’s Committee along with BIWOC and Youth Committees are collecting Halloween Candy donations at the October General meeting on Oct. 18th through to Wednesday, Oct. 28th. Donations can be dropped off at the Union Hall or collected at the Plant by contacting someone listed below to meet up with. Linda […]
November 2026 -Fall Hike

Fall Hikes Schedule Happy Autumn 707! The Fall colours are here and we need to reconnect with nature and each other! We are planning a leisurely fall hike on October 31st at 10AM in the Kerns trails at City View Park 2500 Kerns Road Burlington All levels welcome Please join us! No need to register…just show […]
General Membership Meeting – October 18th , 2026
Hope in Every Step – Join us in raising awareness and funds for Halton Women’s Place – November 7, 2026

Brothers and Sisters, Unifor Local 707 is once again a proud sponsor of Hope in Every Step this year, a walk to end violence against women. We’ve created a team page for members who would like to donate and/or participate. All contributions go directly to Halton Women’s Place, supporting women and children in need. Thank […]
Standing Committee Notice of Nominations and Elections 2026
Message from OAC Chairperson – Latest Recall from Indefinite Layoff -Update October 8, 2026

OAC Plant Chairperson, Unifor Local 707 Local 707 -Ford Unit Members, On October 13, 2026, Ford Motor Company will recall 19 members from indefinite layoff. This recall is to provide manpower for launch related programs As of October 13, our most senior member on layoff will have a seniority date of July 13, 2015. Notification […]
Thanksgiving Food Drive Friday October 9, 2026
Message from OAC Chairperson – Latest Recall from Indefinite Layoff -Update

Local 707 -Ford Unit Members, On October 5, 2026, Ford Motor Company will recall 19 members from indefinite layoff. This recall is based on manpower needs identified throughout the plant As of October 5, our most senior member on indefinite layoff will have a seniority date of May 19, 2015. Notification of this recall was […]
Unifor Local 707 – 2026 Scholarship Draws

Scroll down to READ -Notice and necessary Application Form Download PDF (Below)- to PRINT Application Form, complete and then attach dependents necessary school documentation -SUBMIT prior to DEADLINE of Thursday, NOVEMBER 12, 2025 at 5:00 pm Unifor Local 707, President Mark Sciberras
Union in Politics Chairperson Message – Municipal Elections October 26th

There is an online tool, hosted by The Hamilton Spectator website that asks you questions about your opinions, beliefs and priorities leading into the upcoming municipal elections. Visit Enter your postal code and answer the questions. You can compare your answers to the answers of candidates for mayor as well as councilor in your ward […]
Unifor warns Bill C-39 will infringe on workers’ Charter-protected right to strike

Unifor pledges to vigorously oppose infringements on the right to strike that are contained in Bill C-39 and calls on MPs from all parties to stand with workers. “At a time when we should be standing together as a country to fend off attacks from the Trump trade war, workers and their unions must now […]
Retiree Honour Roll Dinner Dance – October 24th , 2026 Recognizing Ian Parry

Notice of upcoming Retiree Dinner Dance. Looking forward to another great turnout. Get your tickets early so we can be prepared for an evening of fun and celebration. This year we will be honouring Ian Parry for his long standing membership and contributions to Local 707.
Unifor ‘Built Here. For Here.’ campaign highlights benefits of joining a Made-in-Canada union

As workers across Canada navigate the impacts of the U.S. trade war and increased economic uncertainty, Unifor’s new nationwide campaign, ‘Built Here. For Here.’, underscores why having a made-in-Canada union matters more than ever. “Every worker benefits from a union,” said Unifor National President Lana Payne. “Unifor is proud of the benefits it provides as a […]
707 Reporter-September 2026
Message from OAC Plant Chairperson – Layoff Recall Update

As indicated in my previous communication, I will continue to provide updates as recalls take place. Ford Motor Company advised us today that 12 additional members currently on indefinite layoff will be recalled effective September 28, 2026, in order to support manpower requirements in the plant. On September 28, our most senior member on layoff […]