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Unifor @unifor.org · 10h

“What I’m hearing right now is that there is a willingness to sacrifice the auto industry because it isn’t part of the broader discussion at the moment,” says @lanapayne.bsky.social.
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Feds throwing Canadian auto sector under the bus in Trump-Carney trade talks, warns union

Big Three Detroit automakers in Canada say Trump's tariff approach has led to higher prices and concessions to EV market share.

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Unifor @unifor.org · 10h

Unifor activists joined the CUPW picket line in Calgary today to show solidarity and support for the workers standing up for fairness and a system we can all be proud of

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Unifor @unifor.org · 11h

💪 The Unifor Sisterhood is Strong!

The Prairie Region Women's Conference brought Unifor activists together to continue the fight for equity and equality.

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Prairie region women rise together in strength and solidarity

On October 5 – 7, more than 100 Unifor sisters and siblings gathered in Calgary for the Prairie Region Women’s Conference, uniting under the theme: Rising Together – Voices of Strength and…

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Unifor @unifor.org · 13h

Egale, a organization advancing justice for 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, is inviting trans and gender-diverse people to share their stories for Trans Awareness Week 2025. The campaign is only possible thanks to Unifor's Social Justice Fund.

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Be part of our 2025 Trans Awareness Week campaign! - Egale Canada

Egale Canada invites you to be part of our Trans Awareness Week campaign, which aims to address perception bias and raise awareness about the challenges and barriers that trans and gender diverse people...

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Unifor @unifor.org · 15h

At a meeting of Unifor local leadership in Alberta today, @lanapayne.bsky.social updated members on the U.S.-Canada trade negotiations and the union's vocal campaign to ensure no Cdn industry is sacrificed by govt negotiators.

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Unifor @unifor.org · 16h

Penske Logistics workers, represented by Unifor Local 4268 in Woodstock, have ratified a new three-year agreement by 72%.
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Penske Woodstock ratifies new three-year agreement

WOODSTOCK, ONT.— Penske Logistics workers, represented by Unifor Local 4268 in Woodstock, have ratified a new three-year agreement by 72%.“Congratulations to the bargaining committee for negotiating…

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Unifor @unifor.org · 18h

“The concern is that we’ll use much of our leverage without securing deals on auto, softwood and other key sectors likely to face tariffs in the coming months,” says Unifor National President Lana Payne.

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Unifor @unifor.org · 19h

Unifor warns that piecemeal deals risk Canada’s bargaining leverage before securing gains in key sectors.

“Any privileged access to resources must be tied to progress in other areas. No deal is better than a bad deal," says Unifor National President Lana Payne.

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Unifor cautions against piecemeal trade negotiations that surrender leverage early

TORONTO – Unifor is cautioning the federal government against entering into piecemeal trade negotiations with the U.S. that could weaken Canada’s overall bargaining position and surrender critical…

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Unifor @unifor.org · 1d

Locked out for two months, Titan Tool & Die workers voted unanimously to back their bargaining committee’s decision to reject a contract that demanded deep concessions on wages, pensions and retirement benefits. www.unifor.org/news/all-new...

Titan Tool & Die workers unanimously support their bargaining committee’s decision to reject concessionary offer

WINDSOR – Titan Tool & Die workers, who have been locked out for two months, voted unanimously today to support their bargaining committee’s decision to reject a company contract offer that demanded d...

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Unifor @unifor.org · 1d

Unifor celebrates Continuing Care Assistants' Week in Nova Scotia and recognizes the dedicated CCAs who provide hands-on care for us and our loved ones. We continue to advocate for fair pay, safe working conditions, and respect for CCAs.

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Unifor @unifor.org · 1d

"Opportunities like this conference are so important. Three provinces joining together, different sectors and generations, uniting to discuss the challenges we are facing and ways we can address them together." @lanapayne.bsky.social #RisingTogether

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Unifor @unifor.org · 1d

We kicked off the final day of #RisingTogether with a panel discussion on women in leadership in the Prairie region that highlighted the importance of sisters and siblings lifting each other up.

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Unifor @unifor.org · 1d

The deadline for fall applications to the Local Union Equity Fund is fast approaching on Oct. 20, 2025. The fund was created to encourage and support local unions to dedicate time and resources to equity campaigns and initiatives.
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Fall application projects for Local Union Equity Fund wanted

Fall into opportunity — apply to the Local Union Equity Fund (LUEF) before the approaching deadline of Oct. 20.The fund was created to encourage and support local unions who wish to step up their…

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Gavin McGarrigle @gavinmcgarrigle.bsky.social · 2d

It was a pleasure to meet with progressive activists this weekend at the Sask NDP convention. I heard many energetic discussions about building the movement that will replace the tired, out-of-touch Scott Moe govt

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Unifor @unifor.org · 2d

The Young Worker Activist course is back!

This course is designed specifically for members aged 35 and under, to further develop their skills and to ensure they can access the necessary tools to play an active role in the union.

🔗 Register today : unifor.org/pel

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Unifor @unifor.org · 2d

#RisingTogether delegates joined together in solidarity for #MMIWG2S following a powerful address by Cambria Harris on the #SearchTheLandfill movement.

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Unifor @unifor.org · 2d

At #RisingTogether, we’re talking about the importance of protecting and expanding access to sexual and reproductive health care. Take action by joining Unifor’s Reproductive Justice Now campaign: www.unifor.org/campaigns/al...

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Unifor @unifor.org · 2d

Publicly funded contraceptives save lives. Thanks to Dr. Rupinder Toor for sharing the work of Project EmpowHER. Learn more: projectempowher.ca/policywork

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Unifor @unifor.org · 3d

Powerful #RisingTogether kickoff! Huge thanks to MLA @janisirwin.bsky.social for the inspiring discussion on activism and change.

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Unifor @unifor.org · 3d

Rising Together! Unifor’s Prairie Women’s Conference is underway, focused on voices of strength and solidarity. Follow the action using #RisingTogether. #canlab #canfem

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Unifor @unifor.org · 3d

🎬 Final Offer continues to remind us that standing up for Canadian workers and defending our economic future is as vital today as it was 40 years ago. View the photo gallery of today’s special anniversary screening. #canlab www.facebook.com/UniforCanada...

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A packed audience gathered today for the 40th anniversary screening of Final Offer — the groundbreaking documentary that captured the birth of the Canadian Auto Workers Union and changed the story of....

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Unifor @unifor.org · 3d

At Unifor's Protect Canadian Jobs rally yesterday Premier Ford doubled down on his threat to remove #CrownRoyal from LCBO shelves if the plan to shut down its bottling facility in Ontario moves ahead next year impacting hundreds of Unifor Local 200 members. share.google/kdV3uEZDDkUg...

Ford doubles down on plan to pull Crown Royal off LCBO shelves in response to Ontario bottling plant closure

Premier Doug Ford doubled down on his threat to remove Crown Royal from LCBO shelves if a Southwestern Ontario bottling facility moves ahead with its plan to shut down next year.

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Unifor @unifor.org · 3d

Free tickets are still available for today’s 40th anniversary screening of Final Offer in Toronto, followed by a panel discussion with Unifor's @lanapayne.bsky.social, Unifor Auto Council Chair John D'Agnolo & filmmaker Sturla Gunnarson.
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Final Offer 40th Anniversary Screening | Hot Docs

Final Offer 40th anniversary screening and discussion: Canadian sovereignty in the time of trade wars.

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Unifor @unifor.org · 4d

Unifor National President @lanapayne.bsky.social says Prime Minister Carney must deliver a strong message to President Trump when he goes to Washington next week: Canada has leverage—and we’ll use it to protect our auto industry and Canadian jobs. #cdnpoli #canlab

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Unifor @unifor.org · 4d

Stellantis Brampton Assembly Plant Chairperson Artis Snow says workers face deep uncertainty after retooling was paused following U.S. tariffs: “Thousands are laid off and in limbo… The lack of a timeline is causing significant anxiety for workers & the community.” #canlab

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