The IAM Union proudly celebrates the election of its own Matthew Barnable as Second Vice-President of the New Brunswick Federation of Labour (NBFL). The election took place during the NBFL’s recent convention, where delegates from across the province gathered to chart a path forward for organized labour in New Brunswick.
Matthew Barnable, an International Representative with the IAM, has long been a committed advocate for workers’ rights. His election to the NBFL executive represents a strong endorsement of his message and vision for the future of the labour movement.
In a statement following his election, Barnable said:
“I am honoured to be elected by the delegates at the convention to serve as Second Vice President to the New Brunswick Federation of Labour. My message to the delegates came from my belief in getting back to grassroots unionism. We must mobilize our own members, educate, grow, and build a broader, more inclusive labour movement. We must simplify, go back to basics and get to work. We face the scourge of scab unions that raid and undermine workers, anti-union governments, and International trade barriers, but we have a chance of revitalization for Labour in Canada. I believe that message resonated with the delegates. I have full faith in newly elected President Chris Watson and the rest of the new executive, and look forward to working with them to improve the lives of workers in the province. I am forever grateful for my union the IAM, for the constant support and for preparing me for this role.”
Barnable joins a new leadership team committed to advancing the interests of working people in New Brunswick. Alongside President Chris Watson, newly elected Secretary-Treasurer Nicholas Maltais (PSAC), First Vice-President Catherine Little (New Brunswick Nurses Union), and other key members of the executive, Barnable will help shape the NBFL’s priorities in the months and years ahead.
The IAM extends its heartfelt congratulations to Matthew Barnable and looks forward to seeing the positive impact of his leadership within the NBFL and beyond.
