Unifor Local 707 Plant Chairperson and Vice Chairperson of Ford Council- Oakville Re-Tooling Update and Response to Ford Motor Company Announcement, April 4, 2024
Brothers and Sisters, As I communicated to you on March 20th, the Union Leadership shared the same concerns as the members. We were hearing the rumors and seeing reports from various news outlets suggesting a delay in EV production plans for Oakville. I was a part of the leadership group who reached out to the […]
Unifor extremely disappointed in Ford Motor Company decision to delay Oakville transition
APRIL 4, 2024 TORONTO—Unifor calls on Ford Motor Company to consider all possible options to mitigate the negative impact on workers following the announced substantial delay in the launch of EV production at the Oakville Assembly Plant. “Unifor is extremely disappointed by the company’s decision. Our members have done nothing but build best-in-class vehicles for […]
UPDATE- OEVC Transformation Timeline
Unifor National Scholarship Program- Application Deadline June 14th 2024
Unifor Local 707 Plant Chairperson and Vice Chairperson of Ford Council-March 2024 Update
Brothers and Sisters, The last communication Ford Motor Company provided to the employees of Ford Oakville in late November of 2023 indicated that production of the Ford Edge would continue to late April. In that same communication the Company also indicated that the plant would start demolition, facility upgrades and equipment re-tooling, transforming our plant […]
Local Bargaining Committee Report- On-site Daycare feasibility Survey
Brothers & Sisters, During 2023 negotiations the Company and the Union agreed to conduct a joint survey to determine usage levels and subsequent feasibility of on-site daycare. We encourage all those interested in utilizing an on-site childcare service to participate in this initial assessment. Your input is crucial for future dialogue and potential outreach. Please […]
Unifor Campaign to Fix Employment Insurance- Sign Petition
Unifor continues the fight to secure an inclusive, equitable and resilient Employment Insurance (EI) program for workers in Canada through our Fix Employment Insurance campaign. Workers in Ontario continue to be hit the hardest by restructuring, mass layoffs, and workplace closures resulting in an influx of EI claims. With recent changes to the minister responsible […]
Unifor Local 707 Plant Chairperson and Vice Chairperson of Ford Council- February 2024 Update
Brothers & Sisters, As a reminder this upcoming Monday February 19th is now a recognized and negotiated holiday for our membership as bargained during 2023 negotiations. On behalf of myself and the entire Local 707 leadership we hope you and your family have a safe and enjoyable long weekend. T4 and T4A’s available at the […]
Union Benefit Report-February 1st 2024
Sisters & Brothers, It has been an extremely busy start to 2024 in the Benefit Office with 3 layoff weeks in the past month (2023 PP52, 2024 PP3 & PP4), and retirement incentives being offered to members who are pension eligible. Please be patient during this time, as I am returning your calls and/or emails. […]
2024 Calendar Year Vacation Planning: Re-Tool Period Options
Government Benefits 2024
Unifor Local 707 Plant Chairperson and Vice Chairperson of Ford Council-January 2024 Update
Brothers & Sisters, To keep our members up to date, currently there are no scheduled down weeks in the system prior to the start of the retool. This is welcome news as our members can plan for a consistent work through to the start of the retool. As communicated by the Plant Manager the last […]
Unifor707 2024 Calendar
STUEP Program 2024
Information on this page is for the exclusive use of Skilled Trades Members. Please only apply if you have not previously attended the STUEP Program in Port Elgin. All information is attached in the downloadable links. Please forward all completed applications to Dave Millar at vp1@uniforlocal707.ca if interested in attending. Dave Millar Vice President.
United Way 50/50 Draw Winner
Thank you to everyone who purchased tickets in the 50/50 draw to support the UWHH. The winning ticket was drawn at the Sunday December 17th General Membership meeting. Ticket #2284 The winner has been contacted and will be in to pick up their cheque for $10,935.00 on Wednesday December 20th. Keep an eye on this […]