The Engineering Department at Voyageur Aviation in North Bay, ON, ratified their very first collective agreement after joining the IAM Union in January. Following several bargaining sessions with the employer, members voted in favour of the offer. The new agreement delivers meaningful gains for the members, including increased vacation, enhanced training opportunities, significant initial wage increases, and a structured wage scale moving forward. International Representative Scott Jackson highlighted the impact

On August 14 and 15, President and Directing General Chairperson (PDGC) Brother Dave Flowers, joined by Atlantic General Chairperson Brother Chris Lipsit and District 140 Executive Board member Brother Jeremy Currie, made his first official visit to Air Canada’s C-Bases on Canada’s East Coast. The four bases that comprise the Atlantic region—Fredericton, Moncton and Saint John in New Brunswick, and Charlottetown, PEI—welcomed the delegation as they toured each facility. On

The IAM Union is proud to announce a major milestone for its newest bargaining unit at Air Transat Passenger Service in Montréal (YUL). Following a ratification vote held from August 14 to August 15, 2025, members voted strongly in favour of their very first collective agreement, with 81% support. This ratification is an achievement. First contracts are often the most challenging to secure, as they establish the foundation for a

The IAM Union strongly condemns the recent use of Section 107 of the Canada Labour Code by the Canadian government in the ongoing dispute involving Air Canada flight attendants. This move undermines the principles of free collective bargaining, a fundamental right for all workers. Collective bargaining should occur at the table, not be curtailed by government-imposed arbitration. The IAM Union stands in full solidarity with Air Canada flight attendants, advocating

This week, IAM Union Local 2309 hosted a meet-and-greet at the Marriott In-Terminal Hotel at Montréal-Trudeau Airport (YUL) following Samsic’s acquisition of TSAS. The event provided an opportunity to connect with Samsic employees, answer questions, and prepare for upcoming meetings with TSAS employees in the weeks ahead. The event also highlighted the strong partnership between IAM Union and the Samsic management team. Over the past several months, both parties have

This week, IAM Union General Vice-President, David Chartrand alongside Mike Ferns (Business Representative, District 250), Walter Gerlach (Directing Business Representative, District 250), Steve Prinz (International Representative), David Sullivan (Eastern Territory GVP), George Edwards (Eastern Territory Coordinator), Lori Wilson (Chief of Staff, Eastern Territory), and Neil Douglas (International Representative), visited Seaspan in Vancouver, British Columbia, to see the incredible work our members are doing in support of Canada’s National Shipbuilding Strategy.

Toronto, ON – The IAM Union (previously known as the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers – IAMAW) proudly expresses its full support for the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) and the more than 9,000 flight attendants at Air Canada in their ongoing struggle for a fair and just collective agreement. “The IAM stands shoulder to shoulder with CUPE and Air Canada flight attendants,” said David Chartrand General

Celebrating the Heart and Voice Behind 25 Years of Labour Stories. After 25 remarkable years at IAM Union Canada, we say congratulations to Frank Saptel as he heads into retirement. It’s not goodbye, it’s a celebration of a legacy built on purpose, passion, and workers empowerment. Frank has been so much more than a Communications Specialist at the IAM Canadian Office. He’s been a storyteller, an advocate, and a constant