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From May 30 to June 1, 2025, the Ontario Provincial Council of Machinists (OPCM) held its highly anticipated convention in the vibrant city of Toronto. Workers from across the province came together in solidarity, joined by staff, seasoned union leaders, and inspiring new voices. The energy throughout the event was electric, full of powerful discussions, exciting presentations, meaningful recognition, and memorable moments. The convention kicked off with opening remarks from

The IAM Union is proud to announce that International Representative Bernie Wood received the prestigious Art Coulter Award at the Annual Labour Community Awards ceremony, an event hosted by United Way Winnipeg in collaboration with the Winnipeg Labour Council. This award is given each year to a trade unionist who has made an outstanding contribution to the lives of working people and the Winnipeg community through volunteerism, activism, education, and

At this year’s IAM Union Staff Conference in beautiful Quebec City, a lot of firsts happened, but one moment stood out as truly groundbreaking. For the first time in IAM history, the union invited a trans rights advocate to speak directly to leadership, staff, and members. That speaker was none other than Fae Johnstone, Executive Director of the Society of Queer Momentum, and her presence sparked one of the most

When the IAM Union communications team visited IAM Cares – AIM CROIT in Montreal, they expected to learn about employment services. What they discovered was something far more powerful; a vibrant community working every day to restore confidence, dignity, and purpose to people living with sensory and physical disabilities. At first glance, the office looks like any other: staff gathered in morning huddles, employees focused on computer screens, quiet one-on-one

Burlington – April 29, 2025: Sixteen IAM Union members of local 103 of the workforce at Trojan Tire in Burlington set up a picket line early this morning as part of an ongoing dispute over wages. This action comes amid negotiations for their second collective agreement, which have stalled in recent weeks. Holding signs that read “IAM on Strike Against Trojan Tire”, the workers chanted and marched outside the facility,

IAM Union members of Local 1857 at Berks Intertruck in Duncan recently welcomed Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC), for a visit that led to important discussions on workers’ rights, solidarity, and the future of the labour movement. This visit was made possible through the efforts of Local 1857 members Gregg McLennan and Lucas Gustafson, who played a key role in organizing the event. The gathering included

Meeting in assembly on March 12, the 34 members of the LECO Inc. unit, affiliated with Local 712 (L-712) of IAM, accepted their new contract with a 90% approval rate. The new agreement provides for an 11.5% increase in the wage bill over the duration of the contract. The new collective agreement also includes: Étienne Trottier-Zalums, Business Representative-Organzier of District 11 who accompanies the unionized workers of LECO Inc., expressed

After 6 months of bargaining, pressure tactics and mediation, the members of Local 922, working for Inglasco Inc., ratified their new agreement on March 27. They won a salary increase of11.6% over the duration of the 3-year contract. The new collective agreement also includes: Éric Rancourt, International Representative for the IAM and Alessandro Bernardelli, President, Directing Business Representative, for IAM District 11, worked together in these negotiations. They highlight the

Eight members of Hypernetics in Arnprior, Ontario, have ratified a new agreement with their employer following extensive negotiations. Despite the employer’s firm stance on securing a five-year contract, Lise McCorrston, the elected negotiator, and IAM International Representative Neil Giroux worked diligently to ensure the company agreed to the long-term commitment. The agreement, which was unanimously approved by the members, includes several notable improvements. Key updates include enhanced bereavement leave language,