Category: Plant Updates

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 […]

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 […]

Unifor Local 707 Plant Chairperson and Ford Council Vice Chairperson – August Update

Brothers and Sisters, I would like to acknowledge and thank everyone who attended and participated in our ratification meeting on July 12 in Hamilton. It spoke volumes about the importance of this round of bargaining, given our plant’s transition from retooling into the launch phase, as well as the overall state of the auto industry […]

President’s Message to Local 707 Membership-Ratification Meeting & Results

Brothers and Sisters, I would like to thank every member who took the time to attend and participate in today’s ratification meeting. Your respectful engagement throughout the bargaining process has been greatly appreciated. Member involvement in the collective bargaining process is essential from start to finish. Your participation, thoughtful questions, and commitment – help strengthen […]

Update- July 17th – 2026 Unifor/Ford RATIFICATION MEETING AND VOTE

Dear Sisters and Brothers of Unifor Local 707, As you are aware, our union has reached a tentative agreement with Ford Motor Company (Unifor reaches tentative agreement with Ford Motor Company – Unifor Auto Talks 2026 ) . This notice is to advise you that a union Ratification meeting and vote will take place on […]

Unifor Local 707 Triennial Election Results

Note: Adding *Retirees Paper ballot voting results for Trustees Kinder Sidhu *82 + 1202 = 1284 Total Votes Stephen Cardoso *62 + 984 = 1046 Total Votes Sarah “KC” Cox *62 + 706 = 768 Total Votes Ryan Clarke *35 + 634 = 669 Total Votes Spoiled *0 Note: Adding * Retiree Paper ballot voting […]

Message to Members regarding the Company Announcement on Income Maintenance Plan (IMP) Benefits

Brothers & Sisters, In July 2024, following the announcement of F-Series Super Duty Production and the extended re-tooling timeline at the Oakville Assembly Complex, your National and Local Union negotiated and agreed to Additional Re-tool Extension Provisions designed to provide enhanced income security and support for our members during the prolonged re-tooling period. As part […]

2026 Auto talks – Bargaining Report

Brothers and Sisters, Stay Informed. Stay Engaged. Stay Connected. As we prepare for the upcoming bargaining process, it is more important than ever that every member has access to accurate information and timely updates. We encourage all members to visit 2026 Unifor Auto Talks Hub and sign up to receive bargaining updates directly. The 2026 […]

EI Clawbacks – 2025 Tax Year

Employment Insurance (EI) Clawbacks 2025 Tax Year IMPORTANT– (Please note before applying) : To receive a SUB reimbursement for an EI clawback, you must have line item “Social Benefit Repayment” (line 42200) on your 2025 Notice of Assessment after you have filed you taxes. If you do not have “Social Benefit Repayment” (line 42200), then […]