May 2026

IAM Union Leaders Meet with Bombardier to Launch Contract Negotiations in Montreal

Leaders from the IAM Union met with Bombardier today in Montreal to officially launch a new round of negotiations focused on the future of aerospace workers, job security, and long-term growth within the industry. Representing the IAM Union at the negotiations kickoff meeting were the IAM International President (IP), Brian Bryant, Canadian General Vice-President (GVP), David Chartrand, Chief of Staff to the IP, Vinny Addeo, International Representative, Eric Rancourt, and

Keewatin Air Workers Ratify Strong New Agreement Delivering Major Gains

Winnipeg-based Keewatin Air employees have ratified a new agreement, securing significant improvements in pay, benefits, and working conditions. This new agreement provides an 18.5% wage increase over four years, along with 16 months of retroactive pay. It also raises the night shift premium from $0.75 to $2.25 per hour and introduces additional payments, including a $50 daily on-call rate and higher per diem allowances for rotation schedules. The Aircraft Certification

Owen Sound Gardens Workers Ratify First Collective Agreement

The 52 members at Owen Sound Gardens Retirement Residence have ratified their first collective agreement, marking a major milestone for the newest members of Hotel and Healthcare Local 1295. The agreement includes several important gains for workers, including annual wage increases, sick days, uniform allowances, shift and lead hand premiums, access to the IAM Pension Plan, a signing bonus, and more. “The negotiations committee members Irma King and Tina Klerks

150 A220s sold to AirAsia: This is good news amid this period of economic uncertainty

Mirabel, Wednesday May 6th, 2026 – AirAsia’s order for 150 A220 aircraft, the largest order in the history of the program, is welcomed by the IAM Union Local 712, which represents nearly 1,500 workers at Airbus Canada in Mirabel. At a time when many sectors of our economy are currently experiencing significant turbulence, the aerospace industry is faring particularly well. “Amid global economic uncertainty, this announcement is excellent news. It

Strong Gains for IAM Local 1953 at Motor Coach Industries

The 746 members of Local 1953 of the Motor Coach Industries (MCi), part of the IAM Union in Canada, have ratified a new collective agreement that delivers significant improvements in wages, benefits, and working conditions. This agreement marks an important step forward for members, strengthening financial security, improving workplace flexibility, and modernizing key provisions across the contract. A key highlight of the agreement is an average wage increase of 20%