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Gender Equity and Labour in 2025: Where do we go from here?

Society of United Professionals @thesocietysays.bsky.social · 2d

Don't miss the roundtable discussion "Gender Equity and Labour in 2025: Where do we go from here?" hosted by
the Toronto and York Region Labour Council, featuring our very own LVP for Legal Aid Ontario Dana Fisher. To register, visit: actionnetwork.org/events/gende...

Gender Equity and Labour in 2025: Where do we go from here?, hosted by the Toronto & York Region Labour Council's Women's Committee continues the long-standing tradition of Sisters of the Roundtab...

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Commemorating the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, 2025

Society of United Professionals @thesocietysays.bsky.social · 14d

On Sept. 30, we commemorate #OrangeShirtDay. On this day, we recognize the horrific legacy of Indian residential schools and we honour the Indigenous survivors & victims of this system. We've put together a video message from Society Executive VP Ralph Chatoor.
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Society welcomes Ontario NDP passage of pro-nuclear resolution

Society of United Professionals @thesocietysays.bsky.social · 17d

We had a great time talking to members at this year's OPG Community Power Expo. Thanks to all the members who visited our tables. And congratulations to the winners of the Society quiz contest: Sana, Cassandra, Annabelle, Andrew, Jillian, and Norris.

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Society of United Professionals @thesocietysays.bsky.social · 19d

The ONDP has recognized the importance of clean energy, unionized labour, and support for Canadian supply chains in meeting Ontario's electricity needs with the adoption of a pro-nuclear policy resolution at its convention. Read our full press release here: www.thesociety.ca/society_welc...

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Society of United Professionals @thesocietysays.bsky.social · 21d

The Bruce Power Local was proud to donate this month to the Port Elgin Food Bank. A lot of families are struggling to make ends meet. Consider making a donation to your local food bank if you are able. Let's lift each other up. Find your local food bank: foodbankscanada.ca/find-a-food-...

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AMAPCEO @amapceo.bsky.social · 24d

Queen's Park. Durham. Guelph. Kingston. Peterborough. St. Catharines. Sudbury.

They'll see us. They'll hear us: Remote work WORKS.

See you Thursday! Let us know you're coming at amapceo.ca/ALLOUT

Society of United Professionals @thesocietysays.bsky.social · Sep 5

Engage in meaningful dialogue around reconciliation and Indigenous rights during this webinar hosted by
the Moose Hide Campaign. Featuring Elder Barb Ward-Burkitt and Raven Lacerte. Sept. 22 at 1pm.

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Society of United Professionals @thesocietysays.bsky.social · Sep 2

Some great shots from Labour Day in Hamilton, Toronto, and Port Elgin. We love to see our members out in full force celebrating the many gains our union movement have won. Thanks to everyone who made it out and helped organize Society contingents. #unionproud

Society of United Professionals @thesocietysays.bsky.social · Sep 1

Happy #LabourDay to all the workers across Canada who power our economy and make our society run! It was an honour to march side by side today with thousands of workers in celebration of our united labour movement. Together, we've achieved so much to be proud of.

Society of United Professionals @thesocietysays.bsky.social · Aug 29

We had the privilege of participating in a fascinating roundtable, hosted by the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Canada, on global non-proliferation, nuclear disarmament, and cooperation on the peaceful uses of nuclear energy. Our nations have much to learn from each other.

Society of United Professionals @thesocietysays.bsky.social · Aug 29

On Aug. 25, MPPs from the Ontario NDP toured the
Nuclear Waste Management Organization's Demonstration and Discovery Centre. Those on the tour learned about the incredible work that Society members do to ensure that nuclear waste is managed safely. Thanks for joining us!

Society of United Professionals @thesocietysays.bsky.social · Aug 20

Yesterday, I was very proud to participate in the announcement of a $35m federal government investment to support the installation of a second medical isotope production system (IPS) at Bruce Power’s CANDU Unit 6 reactor. Medical isotopes save lives! - Society President Rebecca Caron

Society of United Professionals @thesocietysays.bsky.social · Aug 20

Congratulations to AC flight attendants who have won a new collective agreement. They courageously defined the unconstitutional Section 107 order to return to work and successfully pressured Air Canada back to the negotiating table. This is what happens when workers come together in #solidarity!

Flight attendants deserve the right to strike: statement from Society President Rebecca Caron

Society of United Professionals @thesocietysays.bsky.social · Aug 18

We stand with Air Canada flight attendants. Please see the statement released today by Society President Rebecca Caron.

"We know their fight for their constitutional rights is also a fight for the constitutional rights of our members." #solidarity

www.thesociety.ca/flight_atten...

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Society of United Professionals @thesocietysays.bsky.social · Aug 18

From Pres. Rebecca Caron: I had the privilege of joining flight attendants on the picket line at Pearson Airport last night, and I am inspired by their courage and resolve. To CUPE flight attendants: The labour movement is behind you. An attack on one is an attack on us all.

Caldwell First Nation Announces Historic Equity Investment in Chatham to Lakeshore Transmission Line with Hydro One

Society of United Professionals @thesocietysays.bsky.social · Aug 11

Air Canada Flight attendants work an avg. of 35 unpaid hours a month - they only get paid when the flight is in motion. These CUPE members are currently in bargaining, and they're calling on Air Canada to address this major issue. Tell the company that unpaid work is a true crime: unfaircanada.com

Home | Unfair Canada

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Society of United Professionals @thesocietysays.bsky.social · Aug 6

Good news the Caldwell First Nation. It will be an equity partner with Hydro One in the Chatham to Lakeshore Transmission Line. As Ontario moves forward with electrifying our energy sources, we must seek meaningful partnerships with Indigenous communities.
www.newswire.ca/news-release...

/CNW/ - Caldwell First Nation is proud to announce its landmark equity investment in the Chatham to Lakeshore Transmission Line, marking a new chapter in...

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Canada’s unions warn against austerity | Canadian Labour Congress

Society of United Professionals @thesocietysays.bsky.social · Jul 31

See @canadianlabour.bsky.social statement on Carney's public service downsizing: "Slashing public services in the middle of an economic downturn will only make things worse. Adding 1000s more to the growing ranks of the unemployed will further weaken our economy."
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Statement by Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress Prime Minister Carney’s instruction to cabinet to identify deep operational savings is a dangerous step in the wrong direction, one t...

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Sask. NDP MLA speaks on nuclear energy related meetings

Society of United Professionals @thesocietysays.bsky.social · Jul 18

The Society was proud to welcome members of Saskatchewan's Official Opposition to tour Ontario's nuclear facilities as part of their energy sector consultations. It's great that they are looking at the successes of Ontario's emissions-free, unionized nuclear sector.
www.ctvnews.ca/regina/video...

WATCH: Following a trip to Ontario to meet with nuclear power leaders, NDP MLA Aleana Young said youth are open to nuclear power in Sask.

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Join the OFL's heat stress campaign | The Ontario Federation of Labour

Society of United Professionals @thesocietysays.bsky.social · Jul 17

Across July, there have been heat warnings in effect across ON. Yesterday, Toronto reached 40 degrees with humidity. The @oflabour.bsky.social is calling on the provincial g't to amend the OHSA to provide more protections to workers facing heat stress. To learn more, visit:
ofl.ca/action/the-h...

Join the OFL’s heat stress campaign Download the petition here. (EN)Petitions must be signed in...

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Society of United Professionals @thesocietysays.bsky.social · Jul 16

Check out this community screening of A Time To Rise, a powerful documentary about immigrant farmworkers in Canada organizing for justice in 1980. Followed by panel discussion. This Friday from 6pm-8pm at USW Hall, 1158 Aerowood Drive, Mississauga. Register here: www.eventbrite.ca/e/film-scree...

Society of United Professionals @thesocietysays.bsky.social · Jul 10

Get out your drivers! The Society is excited to announce that we're hosting a charity golf tournament to raise funds for the @cancersociety.bsky.social. If you're a Society member - keep an eye out for registration information in the upcoming weeks. Until then, save the date!

Society of United Professionals @thesocietysays.bsky.social · Jul 8

On Friday, The Society visited CUPE 5525 on the picket line. We stand in #solidarity with care workers fighting for their first contract. We are united with you against concessions. We support your right to paid sick days, fair scheduling, and health benefits. We are with you in this fight!