The election results are in, and it is with great pride that we also congratulate the incumbent Executive Council members and international officers, who have been nominated and elected to a new four-year term, beginning July 1, 2025. For the first time in nearly two decades, there will be no need for runoffs in the international officer elections, a clear reflection of the strong unity and trust our members have
The Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) Political Action Conference, held on January 20-21 at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, brought together union members from across the country for two days of inspiration, collaboration, and political action. The event focused on uniting workers to fight for change and celebrate their collective strength ahead of the upcoming elections. A diverse range of speakers set the tone, including Hon. Olivia Chow, Mayor of Toronto,
On January 27, more than 30 labour leaders from Ontario’s private, public, and trades sectors came together to urgently demand action from Premier Doug Ford in response to the threat of U.S.-imposed tariffs. The coalition is calling for the establishment of a dedicated tariff taskforce and a unified strategy to safeguard workers, families, and industries throughout Ontario and Canada. “Doug Ford’s decision to shut down the legislature—destabilizing the province in
During the week of January 13, 2025, the IAM District 140 Negotiations Subcommittees gathered at W3 for a series of sessions designed to prepare for upcoming contract negotiations. This important gathering saw IAM International President (IP) Brian Bryant and General Vice President (GVP) of Canada David Chartrand take center stage to provide valuable insights, guidance, and strategic direction for the members on their first day. The sessions included a range
IAM is proud to unveil its official video, titled “I AM Everyday Heroes“, a tribute to the incredible members who serve as the backbone of every industry. These are the unsung champions who work tirelessly behind the scenes, ensuring that our communities, businesses, and economies continue to thrive. The video highlights the dedication, passion, and hard work of IAM members who make a difference every single day. These individuals are
IAM is proud to unveil its official video, titled “I AM Everyday Heroes“, a tribute to the incredible members who serve as the backbone of every industry. These are the unsung champions who work tirelessly behind the scenes, ensuring that our communities, businesses, and economies continue to thrive. The video highlights the dedication, passion, and hard work of IAM members who make a difference every single day. These individuals are
IAM Alberta welcomes a new group of members working at the Daiken Comfort Calgary. Eighty percent of the new members voted to join the IAM after a long campaign. The vote took place on 20 December, 2024 with an overwhelming majority of workers choosing the IAM. They join other members at the same employer and will be part of IAM Local 1722 who joined the IAM in late 2023. Important
As the largest union in Canada’s aviation sector, representing workers across the country in a wide variety of functions and other federal sectors, including transportation, we believe in the fundamental rights of all workers. These rights include the freedom to strike, which is a cornerstone of advocacy for fair and equitable compensation, benefits, health and safety standards, and job security. Recently, the right to strike for the Canadian Union of
IAM Union International President Brian Bryant and IAM Union Canadian Territory General Vice President David Chartrand recently visited members of IAM Local 712 at the Airbus and Bombardier facilities in Montreal, Canada. The visit celebrated the exceptional skills and dedication of IAM Union Local 712 members, whose hard work continues to make IAM the largest and most powerful aerospace union in North America. IAM Union Local 712 members are vital
The 2025 IAM Transportation Conference is officially scheduled, and we invite you to save the dates! The conference will take place from June 23 to June 26, 2025, in the vibrant city of Las Vegas, Nevada. This major event will bring together delegates and staff from both the airline and railroad industries, as we focus on “Building a Better Tomorrow” in Transportation. To learn more about the conference please see
