March 2026

March 18, 2026 – Richmond, British Columbia: 102 members working at Wexxar Bel in Richmond, British Columbia, established picket lines, marking a significant escalation in their ongoing labour dispute with the Company. The action reflects growing frustration among workers who say their concerns have been consistently dismissed and their proposals ignored at the bargaining table. At the heart of the dispute is the lack of engagement at the bargaining table.

Members covered under the Peel Cheshire Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) have officially ratified a new one-year agreement, marking an important step forward in securing improved working conditions and benefits. The agreement, which takes effect on April 1, 2026, and runs through March 31, 2027, was ratified by members on March 11, 2026. This renewed contract delivers several meaningful gains for members. Among the highlights is a 3.25% wage increase, reinforcing

60 Years of IAM Membership For this edition of Union Stories, we sat down with David James Varnes, a longtime IAM member, whose six decades of service reflect a deep commitment to unionism, democracy, and fairness for working people. 1. Which local are you part of, and what is your role? My name is David James Varnes. I am a member of Local 764 (Air Transportation). I am retired, but