June 7, 2023

The IAM Automotive Conference – A Chance for greater connection

The IAM’s Winpisinger Center recently hosted an Automotive Conference with representatives from Territories from across the union. The two-day conference had about 25 participants and featured updates on different industries and employers. Craig Hughes, the IAM’s newly appointed IAM Automotive Coordinator, along with Western Territory Grand Lodge Representative Brandon Hemming and District 9 Business Representative Roy Collins give their thoughts and comments about the importance of the automotive industry for

OPCM Convention resumes with a bang after three long years

The Ontario Provincial Council of Machinists (OPCM) convened over the weekend for the first time in more than 3 years, all due to the pandemic. In addition to talking about organising, mentorship, and political action, a new executive was chosen to serve for the following three years. It was their 59th Annual Convention. The conference attendees were a reflection of the IAM in Ontario’s expanding diversity. There were more women

LL1295 members at Peel Cheshire Home ratify new contract

Brampton, ON – Members at Peel Cheshire Home in Brampton have ratified a new agreement. This one-year deal will avoid arbitration and prevent further delays in wage improvements for healthcare workers who provide essential care to vulnerable members of the community. The agreement comes with a retroactive payment of 4%, a 3% increase in wages going forward, and a 1.5% pension contribution. The group is optimistic that with new management,