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United Steelworkers retweeted
President Roxanne D. Brown of the @steelworkers gave a rousing lecture last night! Thank you to everyone who came out.
If you missed it, it's not too late! You can catch the recording on our YouTube channel right here: piped.video/BhSSanmjHcQ
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The USW is saddened to learn that today we lost Lawrence McBrearty, who served as National Director from 1993 to 2004. Our condolences to his family and his broader labour movement family. Rest in Power, Lawrence.
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National Director Marty Warren on proposed changes to the Canada Labour Code:
“Workers built this country, and workers will build what comes next. Canada cannot build a stronger economy by weakening the fundamental rights of the people who make our economy work.”
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Our statement: usw.ca/steelworkers-say-righ…
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USW International President Roxanne Brown calls on U.S. and Canadian governments to demonstrate unity and strength and put workers first. This is what solidarity looks like!
#canlab #solidarity
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USW's Roxanne Brown will be at CROSH on Sept. 24. @steelworkers @Brownrox
Join Laurentian University for an inspiring evening with Roxanne D. Brown, the 10th International President of the United Steelworkers (USW).
This lecture offers a unique opportunity to hear from an influential voice in the labour movement.
Admission is free.
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Here's the USW Research Dept.'s Economic Update for August, summarizing key indicators.
usw.ca/resources/economic-up…
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Roxanne Brown, International President of @steelworkers, called on U.S. and Canadian trade representatives to return to the table to hammer out an agreement that prioritizes working families.
🔗 usw.to/5qx
#canlab #solidarity #1union
ALT A black woman in a suit is at a podium in an indoor location with a group of people behind and beside her. There is a USW logo on the podium.
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Tomorrow!
@steelworkers International Prez Roxanne Brown holds a presser re: trade tensions between the U.S. and Canada, urging trade representatives to return to the table and find a path forward that helps workers on both sides of the border.
usw.to/5qr
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This is today! Here is the link to the media advisory: usw.ca/roxanne-brown-trade-t…
@steelworkers
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Happy Rosh Hashanah to those who celebrate.
Wishing you a happy, healthy and sweet new year.
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Unions and labour activists from across Canada, Mexico and the U.S. are united in their demand that stronger protections for workers’ rights must be included in any new trade deal negotiated between the governments.
See our #solidarity statement.
usw.ca/workers-rights-letter…
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We met with Prime Minister Mark Carney today.
Here's what we pushed for:
• Stronger worker supports
• Permanent improvements to Employment Insurance • An emergency program to keep people connected to their jobs
usw.ca/steelworkers-press-fo…
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Solidarity for Labour Day 2026!
Throughout these difficult times, our local leadership and members continue to lead the way, negotiating strong collective agreements while protecting hard-won labour, human rights and workplace health and safety.
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This is why Steelworkers make great neighbours and build strong communities.
In challenging times, workers need solidarity. And together, we win.
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Read our USW statement for Labour Day 2026.
usw.ca/together-we-win-solid…
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United Steelworkers retweeted
Calling all District 6 activists!
We're looking to expand our pool of trained member facilitators to deliver various USW education courses. District 6 is hosting a five-day member facilitator training.
Apply now at:
usw.ca/pages/member-facilita…
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Thanks to contributions from USW members negotiated through collective agreements, the Steelworkers Humanity Fund supports partners in Canada and more than a dozen other countries, providing emergency relief in times of need and advancing programs that tackle inequality.
ALT Two reports with titles visible: 2025 Members’ Report and 2025 Rapport aux membres.
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This is our annual report for 2025, but make sure to also check out our 40th Anniversary report, because we are turning 40 years old in 2026. We’ve been busy! Read on to learn more.
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We are focused on protecting jobs and workers in Canada. Here's our response to news about measures Canada is taking to challenge increased U.S. tariffs.
"Canada should remain ready to negotiate, but from a position of strength while protecting workers."
– Marty Warren
ALT A worker is in an interior of a sawmill setting wearing protective equipment including gloves, a facemask, a yellow hardhat and eye protection is using a broom or brush along the vertical edges of a stack of lumber. There are stacks of lumber behind the worker.
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