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Tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum would be a gut punch to workers
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Brian Bryant, International President of the 600,000-member IAM Union, and David Chartrand, IAM Canadian General Vice President, issued the following statement regarding President Trump’s announcement of a 25% tariff on all steel and aluminum imports into the United States:  “A 25% tariff on Canadian steel and aluminum imports would be a gut punch to workers on both sides of the border. It will lead to job losses, higher consumer prices, and

IAM Union joins Canadian-US AFL-CIO & CLC roundtable on tariffs in Washington
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Washington, D.C. – David Chartrand, General Vice-President (GVP) of the IAM Union in Canada, recently joined a roundtable discussion on tariffs at the Canadian-US American Federation of Labor and Congress of Industrial Organizations (AFL-CIO) meeting in Washington, D.C. The gathering brought together Canadian Premiers, leaders from the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC), and labour representatives from both the U.S. and Canada to discuss the challenges and opportunities of tariffs and trade

Keeping Up with the IAM Union: A busy start to the year!
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It’s been a busy start to the year for the IAM Union, with our General Vice-President of Canada (GVP) David Chartrand hitting the ground running. From meeting with Executive members in Local 2323, Local 2413, Local 1295, and Local 235, along with the Chief of Staff Ralph Martin and Confidential Secretary Magaly Fadel, to planning even more visits to engage with members of all locals across Canada, this year is

Local 2113 Veoneer safety systems Canada members achieve major gains in new collective agreement
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Around 300 members of Veoneer Safety Systems Canada in Markham, Ontario, part of IAM Union Local 2113, have ratified a new collective agreement that brings substantial improvements to their working conditions. The agreement, a result of tireless negotiation, includes several key enhancements aimed at supporting the health and financial wellbeing of the workforce. One of the most notable victories in this new deal is the introduction of individual sick days,

IAM Union at the Canada-U.S. Economic Summit: Standing Up for Canadian Workers
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The IAM Union, which represents workers across diverse sectors such as aerospace, air transportation, healthcare, mining, automotive, hospitality, and more, was proud to be at the Canada-U.S. Economic Summit in Toronto on February 7. The summit, hosted by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, took place shortly after President Donald Trump revealed a temporary pause on his tariff threats against Canada. The event gathered Canadian business leaders, trade representatives, and organized labour

Workers Secure Victory at Humber Motors Ford in Corner Brook
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When workers come together, great things happen. This was evident in the recent historic agreement reached by the workers at Humber Motors Ford in Corner Brook. What began as a tense and uncertain negotiation process in October 2024, marked by setbacks and the looming threat of a strike, ultimately culminated in a remarkable victory for the union members. Through tireless effort, unity, and a shared commitment to achieving a fair

IAM Union: While tariffs pause, U.S. and Canadian workers should have a seat at the table
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WASHINGTON, Feb. 3, 2025 – Brian Bryant, International President of the 600,000-member IAM Union, and David Chartrand, IAM Canadian General Vice President, issued the following statement following a pause of proposed U.S.-Canadian tariffs. “As the largest aerospace and defense labor union in the United States and Canada, the IAM Union is relieved that destructive tariffs between our two allied countries are being paused. A new path forward—one that doesn’t put U.S.

North American aerospace union presses Trump to pause tariffs on Canada | Reuters
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Original article published by Reuters: North American aerospace union presses Trump to pause tariffs on Canada | Reuters Mon, February 3, 2025 at 1:35 p.m. EST 3 min readBy Allison Lampert (Reuters) – The United States should pause tariffs on Canada as it did on Mexico, the head of the largest North American aerospace union told Reuters on Monday, as industry executives weighed the impact of fresh duties on plane parts

Hands off Canadians!
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Canadians will suffer an economic terrorism… President Trump’s 25% tariff on all Canadian goods exported to the United States is not just an economic setback, it is an all-out assault on Canadian workers, industries, and families. This protectionist measure threatens jobs, disrupts economies, and undermines the quality of life for both Canadians and Americans. It’s a policy that cannot be ignored, and it’s more critical than ever that we stand

IAM Union: U.S. Tariffs on Canada Hurt Workers in Both Countries, Weaken Alliance in Trade Fight Against China, Others
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Brian Bryant, International President of the 600,000-member IAM Union, and David Chartrand, IAM Canadian General Vice President, issued the following statement in response to President Donald Trump imposing a 25% tariff on all Canadian goods imported into the United States: “The IAM is a strong advocate of trade policy that helps protect and grow jobs in the United States and Canada. This includes both nations working as allies, not enemies, with regards