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United Steelworkers @uswmetallos.bsky.social · 8d

We're looking for an in-office Digital Communications Officer to join our Communications & Political Action Department in Toronto, covering an 18-month parental leave 🔍🎉⁣

Apply by: October 21, 2025 by 5 p.m.

More at: usw.ca/resources/digital-communications-officer18-month-contract/

#JoinOurTeam

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United Steelworkers @uswmetallos.bsky.social · 8d

The USW is denouncing the latest escalation in Donald Trump’s trade war!

The new tariff comes on top of the existing 35.16% duties already imposed. In total, Canadian softwood lumber shipments worth more than $7.7 billion annually will now face duties exceeding 45%.

More at:
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Steelworkers denounce Trump’s reckless lumber tariffs as devastating blow to workers and communities - USW Canada

TORONTO – The United Steelworkers union (USW) is denouncing the latest escalation in Donald Trump’s trade war, following his September 29 proclamation imposing a 10% tariff on Canadian softwood lumber...

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United Steelworkers @uswmetallos.bsky.social · 10d

We are calling on Steelworkers across the country to join together and show your solidarity by supporting a @cupwsttp.bsky.social picket line near you!

Find a picket line in your community at ⬇️:
act-cupwsttp.nationbuilder.com/picket_lines

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United Steelworkers @uswmetallos.bsky.social · 11d

September 30, the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, is a day to remember and pay tribute to the children who were forcibly taken from their families and sent to residential schools.

What are you doing to honour and show solidarity with these affected communities?

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Resolving to work on reconciliation – Directors’ statement for September 30 - USW Canada

It has already been 10 years since the 94 Calls to Action from the National Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) were released in 2015. “The TRC’s mandate was to inform all Canadians about what h...

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United Steelworkers @uswmetallos.bsky.social · 18d

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of #USW International President emeritus Leo W. Gerard.

Gerard had a profound impact on the lives of working people. We will miss him dearly and his work will live on for generations to come.

More at: usw.ca/usw-mourns-p...

#RestInPower

USW mourns passing of former President Gerard - USW Canada

Leo W. Gerard, who led the United Steelworkers (USW) as the union’s international president for more than 18 years, died on Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025. Gerard, who retired in July 2019 as the longest-tenu...

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United Steelworkers @uswmetallos.bsky.social · 24d

USW is hosting our Steel Pride Network, to gather rainbow community Steelworkers from coast to coast to coast and talk about what’s up and what’s important to our community!

To find out more and register, please visit: usw.ca/events/national-steel-pride-network-october-2025/

#SteelPride #USW

National Steel Pride Network October 2025 - USW Canada

USW is hosting our Steel Pride Network, to gather rainbow community Steelworkers from coast to coast to coast and talk about what’s up and what’s important to our community. Do you identify as 2SLGBTQ...

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United Steelworkers @uswmetallos.bsky.social · 24d

As MPs return to the House of Commons today, National Director Marty Warren is calling on the federal government and all political parties to make this parliamentary session about workers!

Full release at: usw.ca/now-that-par...

#USW #WorkersFirst #CanLab #CanPoli

Now that Parliament is back, let’s get to work: Steelworkers urge all parliamentarians to protect Canadian jobs and communities - USW Canada

TORONTO – As MPs return to the House of Commons today, United Steelworkers union (USW) National Director Marty Warren is calling on the federal government and all political parties to make this parlia...

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United Steelworkers @uswmetallos.bsky.social · Aug 27

USW members will join fellow workers in communities across 🇨🇦 this #LabourDay to recognize our many achievements as a movement, to reaffirm our values and principles & recommit to fighting for a better future for all! ✊

Full statement from our Canadian Directors at: usw.ca/labour-day-2025-statement/

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United Steelworkers @uswmetallos.bsky.social · Aug 26

National Director Marty Warren is voicing concern over the removal of Canadian retaliatory tariffs against the U.S.

Using the livelihoods of Canadian workers as a bargaining chip is a frustrating and ineffective move!

Full statement at: usw.ca/usw-criticiz...

#USW #CanLab #Tariffs

USW criticizes removal of retaliatory tariffs, urges stronger, strategic measures that support Canadian economy - USW Canada

TORONTO – USW National Director Marty Warren is voicing concern over the removal of Canadian retaliatory tariffs against the U.S. on CUSMA-compliant goods. The move seeks to match the U.S. rules and...

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United Steelworkers @uswmetallos.bsky.social · Aug 25

With Labour Day fast approaching, there are events happening across the country where workers will be able to come together and celebrate our strength and solidarity!

Find an event close to you and RSVP at: workerstogether.ca/events/labou...

#CanLab #LabourDay2025

Celebrate Labour Day 2025!

Join workers across Canada this Labour Day. Find an event near you.

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United Steelworkers @uswmetallos.bsky.social · Aug 14

Solidarity to the 10,000 cupescfp.bsky.social flight attendants who are demanding better and saying no to unpaid work!

Stay strong and know that Steelworkers are standing behind you ✊

#USWUnity #CanLab #Strike

White and gold text on a navy background reads, "It’s not just about convenience. It’s about fairness. Our union supports flight attendants and all CUPE Air Canada Component members who are bargaining for better and willing to take job action to get there. Stay strong! You deserve better!"

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United Steelworkers @uswmetallos.bsky.social · Aug 7

Link here for the full job posting:

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STAFF REPRESENTATIVE RESEARCH, PUBLIC POLICY & BARGAINING SUPPORT DEPARTMENT - USW Canada

The United Steelworkers Canadian National Office is hiring a staff person for an in-office permanent position in the union’s Research, Public Policy & Bargaining Support Department in Toronto. The USW...

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United Steelworkers @uswmetallos.bsky.social · Aug 7

🚨 JOB ALERT 🚨

The USW Canadian National Office is hiring a staff person for an in-office permanent position in our Research, Public Policy & Bargaining Support Department in Toronto!

Deadline to apply is August 26, 2025.

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United Steelworkers @uswmetallos.bsky.social · Aug 6

The federal plan includes:

🌲 $700 million in loan guarantees for companies hit by tariffs
🌲 $500 million to support market diversification
🌲 Commitment to prioritize Canadian lumber in federally funded infrastructure and housing construction
🌲 $50 million in income supports

#USW #CanLab #CanPoli

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United Steelworkers @uswmetallos.bsky.social · Aug 6

The USW are welcoming the announcement by Prime Minister Mark Carney on new federal measures to support Canada’s softwood lumber industry, calling it a long-overdue step toward rebuilding a sector under intense pressure from escalating #tariffs.

More at: usw.ca/softwood-lum...

#USW #CanLab

A forestry worker in orange PPE and orange hard hat is seen standing outside, in front of tree logs piled in a large vehicle. On a navy background, gold text reads, "Latest News, August 5 2025. United Steelworkers union welcomes federal softwood announcement, calls for urgent follow-through to protect jobs and communities."

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United Steelworkers @uswmetallos.bsky.social · Aug 5

“This investment by Atlas Holdings provides security and immediate and long-term opportunities for our members and the communities where they work,” said Scott Lunny, USW District 3 Director. (2/2)

Read more at: usw.ca/usw-welcomes...

USW welcomes new era with Orion Steel, Interpro Pipe and Steel - USW Canada

BURNABY, B.C. – The United Steelworkers union (USW), representing more than 1,000 workers across steel, pipe and related manufacturing facilities in Alberta and Saskatchewan, is welcoming a new chapte...

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United Steelworkers @uswmetallos.bsky.social · Aug 5

The USW, representing more than 1,000 workers across steel, pipe & related manufacturing facilities in Alberta & Saskatchewan, is welcoming a new chapter under the ownership of Atlas Holdings, which will operate Interpro Pipe and Steel under the new banner of Orion Steel. (1/2)

#USW #CanadianSteel

A grey and red building is seen outside, with trees surrounding it. You can see the words, "Interpro Pipe + Steel" on the front of the building. This is on a navy background, with additional gold text that reads, "USW Welcomes new era with Orion Steel, Interpro pipe and steel."

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United Steelworkers @uswmetallos.bsky.social · Aug 1

From USW National Director Marty Warren:

"Let’s be clear: no deal is better than a bad deal. And while we’re disappointed an agreement wasn’t reached to end this trade war, the worst outcome would have been a deal that locked in permanent damage to our economy.

Read more at: usw.ca/tariffs-stat...

People are seen wearing hard hats and other PPE, in a steel plant work site, standing in front of a conveyer belt. Gold text on a navy background reads, "Latest news, August 1 2025. Steelworkers call on federal government to hold the line and strengthen Canada's economic defences as trade war escalates."

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United Steelworkers @uswmetallos.bsky.social · Jul 29

USW District 3 & the USW Wood Council are calling on the government to take urgent action in response to the latest escalation in the softwood lumber trade dispute and is demanding immediate support for forestry workers and communities across the country!

Read more at: usw.ca/canadian-gov...

Dark navy blue textured background with gold and white text that reads, "Canadian government needs to stand up for lumber workers, says United Steelworkers union. This latest increase, along with other threatened tariffs, is yet another blow to workers, communities and the long-term sustainability of our industry.

We represent thousands of loggers and mill workers across British Columbia and Western Canada and our members, and their families, are at risk – governments need to act now. Scott Lunny, USW District 3 Director"

United Steelworkers @uswmetallos.bsky.social · Jul 17

Did you know that July is #DisabilityPrideMonth?

This is a movement rooted in community, liberation & a dismantling of ableism in all its forms.

Let's honour the strength and resilience of people with disabilities in our communities and recommit to fighting and advocating for true accessibility!

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United Steelworkers @uswmetallos.bsky.social · Jul 16

Full release at: usw.ca/key-victory-...

#USW #BuyCanadian #CanLab

Steelworkers claim key victory as the government responds to union demands - USW Canada

United Steelworkers National Director Marty Warren speaks with Prime Minister Mark Carney about the government's response to the steel crisis in Canada.

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United Steelworkers @uswmetallos.bsky.social · Jul 16

While today’s plan delivers long-term investments and structural changes the union has long demanded, we will remain vigilant in the ongoing monitoring and implementation of these measures to make sure they are effective in preventing further harm to Canada’s steel sector.

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United Steelworkers @uswmetallos.bsky.social · Jul 16

“These are significant wins for our members. We’ve been calling for expanded and tighter import limits since the June announcement and for Buy Canadian rules for years and it’s encouraging to see those demands finally reflected in federal policy,” said Marty Warren, USW National Director.

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United Steelworkers @uswmetallos.bsky.social · Jul 16

Today’s announcement from Prime Minister Mark Carney reflects major wins for workers – delivering on demands the USW has made not only during the current crisis, but over the past decade.

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United Steelworkers @uswmetallos.bsky.social · Jul 14

Solidarity to the 181 USW 7493 Steelworkers who voted last week to reject the company’s “final” contract offer ✊✊✊

“These workers are demanding to be paid according to their real contributions to this company & they expect their fair share of the profits."

Read more at: usw.ca/rtft-strike-...

Steelworkers on strike at Rio Tinto metallurgical complex in Quebec over wages, concessions - USW Canada

Steelworkers at Rio Tinto Fer et Titane in Sorel, Que., are on strike over wages and employer demands for concessions.

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