IAM Union members of Local 1857 at Berks Intertruck in Duncan recently welcomed Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC), for a visit that led to important discussions on workers’ rights, solidarity, and the future of the labour movement. This visit was made possible through the efforts of Local 1857 members Gregg McLennan and Lucas Gustafson, who played a key role in organizing the event. The gathering included
Meeting in assembly on March 12, the 34 members of the LECO Inc. unit, affiliated with Local 712 (L-712) of IAM, accepted their new contract with a 90% approval rate. The new agreement provides for an 11.5% increase in the wage bill over the duration of the contract. The new collective agreement also includes: Étienne Trottier-Zalums, Business Representative-Organzier of District 11 who accompanies the unionized workers of LECO Inc., expressed
After 6 months of bargaining, pressure tactics and mediation, the members of Local 922, working for Inglasco Inc., ratified their new agreement on March 27. They won a salary increase of11.6% over the duration of the 3-year contract. The new collective agreement also includes: Éric Rancourt, International Representative for the IAM and Alessandro Bernardelli, President, Directing Business Representative, for IAM District 11, worked together in these negotiations. They highlight the
WASHINGTON, April 9, 2025 – Brian Bryant, International President of the 600,000-member IAM Union (International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers), and David Chartrand, IAM Canadian General Vice President, issued the following statement following President Trump’s announcement on pausing most tariffs for 90 days: “As the largest aerospace and defense labor union in the United States and Canada, the IAM Union believes that we should take the next 90 days
Eight members of Hypernetics in Arnprior, Ontario, have ratified a new agreement with their employer following extensive negotiations. Despite the employer’s firm stance on securing a five-year contract, Lise McCorrston, the elected negotiator, and IAM International Representative Neil Giroux worked diligently to ensure the company agreed to the long-term commitment. The agreement, which was unanimously approved by the members, includes several notable improvements. Key updates include enhanced bereavement leave language,
WASHINGTON, April 2, 2025 – Brian Bryant, International President of the IAM Union (International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers), representing 600,000 workers, and David Chartrand, IAM Canadian General Vice President, issued a statement on President Trump’s tariffs announcement: “We must confront the legacy of trade policies and tariff rollouts that treat workers as pawns. Today’s tariffs announcement will erode relationships and diminish human dignity and respect for workers across
Ottawa, April 2, 2025 – In a press conference held today in Ottawa, Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC), and Magali Picard, President of the Quebec Federation lf Labour (QFL), called on the federal government to act quickly to support Canadian workers, industries, and communities severely impacted by the ongoing U.S. tariffs. Bruske, alongside several union leaders including the General Vice-President of the IAM Union David Chartrand,
WASHINGTON, April 1, 2025 – Brian Bryant, International President of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM), representing 600,000 workers, and David Chartrand, IAM Canadian General Vice President, today issued a strong rebuke of President Trump’s tariffs, warning of severe economic consequences and job losses across the United States and Canada: “President Trump’s scatter-shot tariffs are a direct assault on American and Canadian workers. They will destabilize critical sectors
A tentative agreement has been reached with Aerotek Manufacturing Ltd. in Whitby and ratified with 100% membership approval. The agreement represents a significant milestone for the IAM Union members who provide essential metal coating services for critical industries in Canada and globally, including military, nuclear, and aerospace sectors. The new contract, which spans four years, includes several key improvements for the workers at Aerotek. Highlights of the agreement include: The
IAM International President Brian Bryant has appointed Roya Rismankar as a Research Analyst in the Canadian Territory, effective March 10, 2025. Rismankar will play a crucial role in providing members with accurate and timely information to support their success. “With her experience and dedication, we are confident that Roya will make meaningful contributions to our research efforts and help set strategies to advance our goals,” said IAM Canadian General Vice
