IAM Union

The involvement of our Canadian Vice-President, praised by our brothers and sisters from L-3 Harris in Mirabel

During a visit to L3-Harris on July 16th, the Canadian Vice-President of the IAM union, David Chartrand, was presented with a scale model of a CF-18 entirely manufactured by members of the union local to recognize his commitment to defending workers and our aerospace industry. Born from a collaboration between L3 Harris and IAM members, the base of the scale model features the names of the people involved in the

IAM District 140 Secures Another Big Arbitration Win

IAM District 140 is pleased to report a significant arbitration victory concerning the improper reconciliation of General Holidays for union members. In a recent decision, Arbitrator Corinn Bell ruled that Air Canada’s practice of using General Holidays as part of vacation reconciliation was a violation of the collective agreement and the Canada Labour Code. This decision restores full vacation pay entitlements to affected members and reinforces the union’s ongoing commitment

IAM Union Secures Grievance Victory

A recent grievance outcome marks a significant win for the IAM Union and reinforces the critical role we play in defending the rights of our members. The grievor, in this case, was accused of filing multiple harassment complaints in bad faith and was subsequently fired by Air Canada. After more than two years of persistent advocacy and formal arbitration proceedings, a decision has been rendered in favour of the IAM

IAM District 78 Secures Strong Gains in New Agreement with SKF Canada

IAM District 78, alongside the dedicated negotiation committee from SKF Canada, has successfully concluded bargaining for a renewed collective bargaining agreement (CBA). Representing the interests of all members at the facility, Chief Steward Gary Cranshaw and committee members Blair McBratney and Bob Bennett sat down with SKF management to address both immediate and long-term priorities of the unit. Through collaborative discussions, the committee secured key improvements that not only strengthen

Béatrice Richer awarded the IAM scholarship to pursue a career in physics

The IAM is proud to celebrate one of its brightest young achievers: Béatrice Richer, daughter of Frédéric Richer, a dedicated member of IAM Union Local 712 working at Bombardier in Montréal. Béatrice, 19, has been awarded an IAM Union Scholarship, recognizing her exceptional academic accomplishments, ambition, and community involvement. This fall, Béatrice will attend McGill University in Montréal, where she plans to major in physics and mathematics; a path she

Ratification of First Collective Agreement for RTI-Claro inc. Unit.

On June 14, 2025, the 84 members of the RTI-Claro inc. unit, Local 712, ratified their first collective agreement at a meeting held at Cité GénérAction 55+ in Terrebonne. This three-year agreement concludes negotiations that began in September 2024. The new collective agreement brings significant improvements to working conditions, including: Solidarity at the Heart of Success Accompanied by District 11 Business Agent Stéphane Paré, the negotiating committee comprised of Benoit

IAM Union International Officers Sworn in for New Term During Ceremony Honoring Union Democracy, Member-Led Leadership

The IAM Union marked a powerful moment of renewal as its newly elected International Officers were sworn in for a four-year term during an installation ceremony that celebrated the union’s democratic foundation and its future-facing vision. Held before an audience of IAM members, retirees, staff, and labor allies, the ceremony at the IAM’s Headquarters was a reminder that in the IAM Union, leadership is chosen by the membership. Each officer

Turbulence Ahead: The Real Impact of Deregulating Canada’s Skies

By the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM Union) On June 19, 2025, the Competition Bureau of Canada released its final report on airline industry competition: “Cleared for takeoff: Elevating airline competition”. Its central recommendations? That Canada consider allowing foreign-owned airlines to operate domestic routes and re-evaluate current ownership limits. By proposing to eliminate cabotage restrictions and foreign ownership limits, the Bureau’s suggestions threaten to unravel the very

Andrew Maeumbaed Retires After 37 Years of Dedicated Service with IAM Union and Superior Chrysler

After nearly four decades of dedication and hard work, Andrew Maeumbaed will be retiring this June from Superior Chrysler in Sault Ste. Marie. A proud member of the IAM Union, Andrew has spent 37 years not only building a career but also helping to build a strong union legacy rooted in solidarity, dignity, and fair compensation. Andrew’s retirement is a moment of celebration, not just for his years of service,

IAM Union International Representative Matthew Barnable Elected Second Vice-President of the New Brunswick Federation of Labour

The IAM Union proudly celebrates the election of its own Matthew Barnable as Second Vice-President of the New Brunswick Federation of Labour (NBFL). The election took place during the NBFL’s recent convention, where delegates from across the province gathered to chart a path forward for organized labour in New Brunswick. Matthew Barnable, an International Representative with the IAM, has long been a committed advocate for workers’ rights. His election to