UFCW Canada

.@UFCWCanada brought employers, unions, and government together to push forward @ILO's Decent Work guidelines for the Agrifood Sector, in order to boost Canada’s food system through collaboration, dialogue, and respect for workers’ health and safety. ow.ly/Hq3M50XrgH5

Retail workers at Canadian Tire in Ottawa have voted YES to joining UFCW 175! These 75 workers came together for better wages, fair benefits, respect, and a real voice on the job. Now, they’re set to begin bargaining their very 1st collective agreement. l.ufcw.ca/canadiantire

This #LabourDay, we celebrate the workers who keep Canada fed, housed & cared for. From grocery stores to warehouses & beyond, UFCW members show that when workers unite, we win fairness & respect. ✊ 👉 Find a Labour Day event near you: l.ufcw.ca/labour-day-2025

Here we are again, another heatwave scorching much of the country. Extreme heat isn’t just uncomfortable, it’s deadly and puts workers’ lives at risk. Here’s what @PresidentCLC has to say about it: nationalobserver.com/2025/07/15/opi…

Big news in Montreal! 100+ workers at Adonis Griffintown have said YES to joining UFCW Local 500! This win reflects their courage and demand for dignity at work. Welcome to the UFCW family! More: l.ufcw.ca/adonis-join

July 31 is National Bannock Day, established by the UFCW Canada Indigenous Committee to honour the cultural significance of bannock and Indigenous traditions across Turtle Island. Learn more: l.ufcw.ca/national-banno…

“It’s about honouring the sacrifices of my parents.” Derrell Bien Nofiel, a first-generation engineering student, is building a brighter future thanks to the UFCW Canada - BDM Scholarship. Read his story: l.ufcw.ca/bdm-scholarshi…

Young UFCW members from SK & MB gathered in Saskatoon for the Young-Workers Internship Program (YIP)! A week of learning, skill-building, and connecting — including a Star Egg tour — inspired them to become stronger workplace activists. More: l.ufcw.ca/yip-saskatoon

Huge win for gig workers! Over 500 Uber drivers in Victoria, B.C. have unionized with @UFCW_1518. It’s proof that when workers organize, they can win. 💪 #CanLab cbc.ca/news/canada/br…

BREAKING: Historic win! Uber drivers in Victoria, B.C. become the first in Canada to unionize — setting a bold precedent for gig workers nationwide. They’re proving platform workers can organize and win. More: l.ufcw.ca/victoria-uber-…

Jessica, a UFCW 864 member from Nova Scotia, speaks out on Canada’s affordability crisis—where rising costs, insecurity, and inequality are pushing people to the brink. 📢 Join the fight for real solutions: l.ufcw.ca/affordability-… #AffordabilityForAll #cdnpoli

Security guards are standing up for better wages, fair treatment, and respect at work. More than two dozen guards at DiFranco Security Services in Toronto have said YES to joining @UFCW1006A. Read more: l.ufcw.ca/security-worke…

UFCW Canada & Ecojustice are taking legal action against Health Canada for failing to protect farm workers from toxic pesticides. Farm workers deserve the right to know what they’re exposed to. Learn more: l.ufcw.ca/ufcw-ecojustic…

“The boss gives us the pesticide, tells us to fill the tanks, and sends us to spray the plants. No gloves, no masks, no protection at all, nobody showed me how to protect myself nor how to handle the pesticide. The greenhouse is packed with workers - Francisco, Ag worker.#Cndpoli

Big win in Mississauga, Ontario! Over 150 Ashley Homestore workers have unionized with @UFCW175633. They stood up for respect, safety, and a real voice at work—and they won. Next stop: a strong first contract. Full story: l.ufcw.ca/ashley-homesto…

Big welcome to new members at Canadian Linen and Uniform Services in Mount Pearl, Newfoundland, who have joined UFCW Local 1252! Welcome to the union family! Read more: l.ufcw.ca/canadian-linen…

YIP 2025 launched in Halifax! Young UFCW Canada members spent the week building power through leadership, advocacy, and organizing. The future of labour is strong. Read more: l.ufcw.ca/yip-atlantic20…

UFCW 1400 members at Affinity Credit Union have ratified a new collective agreement that delivers real gains in wages, benefits, and workplace protections. The deal includes key improvements and a strong commitment to fairness for unionized staff. More: l.ufcw.ca/affinity-agree…

PetSmart workers in Surrey, B.C. are the first in the province to unionize with @UFCW_1518! They’ve taken a powerful first step toward better wages, fair schedules & job security. This is more than one store. It’s a movement. 🔗 l.ufcw.ca/petsmart-worke…

With Perrone’s retirement, Milton Jones has been elected as International President, becoming the first Black president in UFCW history. Shawn Haggerty, UFCW Canada National President, is now International Secretary-Treasurer, the first Canadian to hold this role. (2/3)

Joining them is Lisa Pedersen, elected Executive Vice President. Together, this new leadership team is committed to building on UFCW’s legacy and fighting for workers’ rights across North America. Read more about this historic leadership transition: l.ufcw.ca/new-era-ufcw (3/3)

After over four decades of leadership, Marc Perrone retires as UFCW International President. His tenure strengthened the union’s organizing, bargaining, and political efforts, impacting 1.2 million members across the U.S. and Canada. Thank you, Marc! (1/3)