Machinists’ News

IAM International President Brian Bryant has appointed Peter Tsoukalas as Special Representative in the Canadian Territory, effective Feb. 1, 2026. Tsoukalas is a 25-year member of IAM Locals 1751 and 2309. Tsoukalas, who most recently served as an IAM District 140 General Chairperson since 2017 in Quebec, will help lead organizing efforts in Canada. “Peter has earned the respect of members through his commitment, integrity, and tireless advocacy for working people,” said

On January 17, 2026, the 163 members of the Howmet Canada unit, IAM Local 712, voted to renew their first collective agreement during a meeting held at the Holiday Inn in Laval. This three-year agreement was approved by 89% of the members present, bringing to a close negotiations that began in September 2025. The new collective agreement delivers significant improvements to working conditions, including: Solidarity at the Heart of Success

IAM Union representatives were proud to attend IAM Cares’s 35th anniversary event in Montreal; a celebration highlighting the organization’s lasting impact on local communities and its dedication to inclusion and accessibility in the workplace. For 35 years, IAM Cares has been a driving force in helping individuals with sensory and physical disabilities find their way back into the workforce. Through personalized guidance, professional development programs, and strong partnerships with employers,

IAM Canada is proud to stand alongside 40 leading business organizations in Canada’s electric vehicle (EV) industry as part of the “Support EVAS” campaign, coordinated by Electric Mobility Canada (EMC). This initiative calls on Prime Minister Carney to maintain momentum around Canada’s Electric Vehicle Availability Standard (EVAS). The EV Availability Standard is about more than simply putting more electric vehicles on Canadian roads; it drives job creation, investment, and Canada’s

Workers at Forest Valley Terrace, a retirement home in Orleans, Ontario, are celebrating a strong arbitration award that delivers meaningful improvements to their wages and benefits. Covering a wide range of occupations such as Resident Specialists, Cooks, Dietary Servers, and Housekeepers, the award ensures that employees are recognized for the critical care and services they provide every day. Prior to this award, all employees at Forest Valley Terrace were earning

On August 14, 2025, the IAM Union sent a formal letter to Prime Minister of Canada Mark Carney, and Minister of Jobs and Families Patty Hajdu, to strongly condemn any government interference in the ongoing collective bargaining process for Air Canada flight attendants. As Canada’s largest union representing Air Canada workers, the IAM Union emphasizes that negotiations must be free from political influence. Our members expect fair bargaining, protected by