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
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,
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
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
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.
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
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
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
Students at École Airdrie Middle School in Airdrie, Alberta, recently had the opportunity to learn about the importance of unions from IAM Union International Representative Kevin Timms. During his lunchtime visit, Timms explained the essential role unions play in protecting the rights of workers, improving working conditions, and advocating for fair treatment in the workplace. Timms took the time to share insights about the IAM, discussing how the union operates
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
