Trump’s job-killing tariffs threaten Canadian auto sector
Unifor is calling on the federal government to keep all options on the table in the escalating trade war with the U.S. as new auto tariffs will fall on Canada’s auto sector at midnight tonight. “Trump is gaslighting us, wanting us to be grateful for not having reciprocal tariffs imposed on Canada while he tries […]
2024 Union Dues not deducted from SUB payments
Sisters & Brothers, Over the next few days approximately 1,100 Ford-Unit production members on lay-off will be receiving a letter from the Ford Motor Company. Note: If you do not receive this letter, this means you were not affected This letter is being sent to Ford-unit production members on lay-off who did not have their […]
Unifor launches campaign to encourage members to vote in the federal election
“Working people across Canada have been caught in the crosshairs of an escalating trade war launched by the United States against our economy. Tens of thousands of jobs, communities and entire industries are on the line,” said Unifor National President Lana Payne. “It’s time to vote to protect Canadian jobs and ask all parties what […]
SUB PROCESSING -When Action is Required by a Member
Brothers & Sisters, As a very large group has or will be ending the EI claims, we felt it necessary to remind everyone, what is required of you after your current EI claim expires. If you have exhausted all EI Benefit entitlements or your 52-week EI claim period has ended. Action is required – Re-apply […]
Trump attacks Canadian auto jobs with unjust tariffs
With the imposition of a 25% tariff on all vehicles manufactured outside of the United States President Donald Trump has escalated his unjust assault on the Canadian economy and autoworkers. “Donald Trump has convinced himself that, somehow, the jobs of Canadian autoworkers are his to claim,” said Unifor National President Lana Payne. “We have built […]
By- Election Nomination Notice for #2 Shift OAC Plant Chairperson
Unifor’s new (20 minute) education module on tariffs
Unifor’s new education module on tariffs breaks down how trade policies impact workers, industries, and the fight for fair trade. READ MORE
McMaster Labour Studies Spring 2025
Dear Unifor McMaster School of Labour Studies certificate students, Registration for the third course of the term is now open! Please make sure to read this entire email as it contains important information. This semester we are doing things a little differently. You will sign up for each course individually. Registration windows are: Course 1:How […]
T4’s Questions from Retirees? – They have been mailed!
For those who are concerned about their T4 slips from the company, we have been assured that the T4 slips from the company have been sent out on Friday February 28th as required by law. As you all are aware, the company is responsible for paying members and providing T4 slips for your tax purposes. […]
Unifor Local 707 Plant Chairperson and Vice Chairperson of Ford Council- February 2025 Update
Brothers and Sisters, The Auto industry in Canada since 2020 has received significant investments that are reshaping and growing our industry but also creating an increase level of complexity and instability for many Unifor members and workers. Unifor National President Lana Payne and senior Unifor leadership have identified a need for the National Union to […]
2025 Unifor Local 707 CNOY Walk -Update
Brothers & Sisters, Today, our Local built on last years efforts to aid our communities with our 2nd annual Unifor Local 707 Coldest Night of the Year walk which raised funds to support Food for Life – Halton and Hamilton’s leading food rescue and food security charity that helps redirect a surplus of healthy foods to the communities […]
Retiring with $50,000 Retirement Incentive? Contact Service Canada
Brothers & Sisters, If you are retiring soon or have recently retired, and are receiving the $50K Retirement incentive, it is important that you contact Service Canada. Inform Service Canada agent that you would like to end your EI claim due to your retirement. You can inform the government that you will be receiving a […]
UNIFOR WOMEN’S SKILLED TRADES & TECHNOLOGY AWARENESS PROGRAM
Sisters of Local 707 (in Production), Are you interested in the Skilled Trades? The Unifor Women’s Skilled Trades and Technology Awareness Program in 2025. June 22-27, 2025 – Registration Deadline: April 4th, 2025 September 14-19, 2025 – Registration Deadline: April 4th, 2025 November 2-7, 2025 – Registration Deadline: April 4th, 2025 at the Unifor Family […]
Unifor pushes to protect jobs as new tariff deadline is set
Unifor is calling on Canadians to stay united and remain on guard following the delay of tariffs on Canadian goods exported to the U.S. by 30-days. “The tariffs may be paused but the union’s work to protect our members’ jobs has not,” said National President Lana Payne. “The ongoing tariff threat alone is designed to […]
Unifor Auto Council and Unifor Independent Parts Supplier Council statement on U.S. Tariffs
For more than 60 years, the Canadian and American auto industries have depended on each other. Together, we build best-in-class cars and trucks that remain the envy of the world. Unionized autoworkers fought for and won gold standard collective agreements that created good jobs, raised living standards and built strong, vibrant communities. Two-way trade in […]