Union In Politics Chair Report

Brothers, sisters & siblings, Three Ontario ridings will go to the polls for by-elections on Thursday, September 3rd. The ridings and candidates are (listed alphabetically): Hamilton East-Stoney Creek ·       Jeff Beatie (Conservative) ·       Wieslawa Derlatka (New Blue Party) ·       Heino Doessing (Liberal) ·       Pascale Marchand (Green Party) ·       Monique Taylor (NDP) Scarborough Southwest ·       Mark Bekkering (Green Party) ·       Ahsanhul Hafiz (Liberal) […]

Annual 3 Pitch Softball Tournament

Come join your sisters and brothers for a fun weekend of 3-Pitch Softball. We are once again hosting a fun for all softball tournament. This year’s tournament will be played at Waterdown Memorial Park. Members, spouses, and children are welcome to sign up. You can sign up as an individual or you can bring an […]

Unifor Members Ratify Collective Agreement with Ford Motor Company

As we have now concluded our bargaining process, the Local Union (Unifor Local 707) would like to notify the membership of the deal being now ratified. Our membership came together on Saturday, July 18, 2026 and made their voices heard by discussing any issues and speaking of the strength of the proposed agreement. After hearing […]

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 […]

Declaring Intimate Partner Violence an Epidemic: Why It Matters

Declaring Intimate Partner Violence an Epidemic: Why It Matters Unifor supports the growing call to formally declare Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) an epidemic. This declaration is a necessary step toward meaningful action, accountability and prevention. IPV impacts people across all communities and workplaces, with devastating consequences for individuals and families. Recognizing IPV as an epidemic […]

707 Reporter – Fall/Winter 2025

click below to open the Fall/Winter 2025 edition of the 707 Reporter. Reminder that all active and retired members who pay dues receive the Reporter as it is published. 707-Reporter – Fall/Winter Any retiree who is not in receipt of the Reporter can access it online as we put it up but in order to […]

McMaster Labour Studies Fall/Winter 2025

Dear Unifor McMaster School of Labour Studies certificate students, Please make sure to read this entire email as it contains important information. This semester we will continue to do things a little differently. You will sign up for each course individually. If you sign up and do not attend, you will not get credit for […]