03 November, 2024 Halifax, NS – Nova Scotia Government and General Employees Union (NSGEU) workers in IAM Local 2797 have just ratified a three-year contract with a 92 percent margin in favour of the agreement. “Bargaining took place over a long period, and we were faced with challenges as we entered conciliation. Our elected bargaining committee did a fantastic job bringing the members needs to the forefront.” Matt Barnable, GLR.

Burnaby, B.C. – October 31, 2024 – The IAMAW Automotive Local 1857 members at Kal Tire Branch K669 in Burnaby were locked out today following a challenging round of bargaining, where Kal Tire attempted to push for concessions from the union. The IAM, also known as the “Fighting Machinists,” refused to accept these terms, standing firm against a two-tiered wage schedule that would unfairly impact newer branches by introducing significantly lower

IAM air transport and rail industry leaders from across Canada and the United States were elected to top positions at the recent International Transport Workers’ Federation (ITF) Global Congress. The IAM, North America’s largest transportation union, is taking a leading role worldwide as transport workers find themselves at the forefront of multiple crises – from war, political instability and the rise of far-right governments to the climate crisis. “The IAM

This Thanksgiving, while many gathered with family and friends, workers at West Coast Ford Lincoln in British Columbia were locked out of their workplace, facing a grim reality instead of celebration. The workers, represented by IAM Automotive Local 1857, are standing strong against the lockout, demanding fairness and respect at work. “West Coast Ford Lincoln, a family-owned business, has put local families in a tough situation by refusing to reach

After decades of campaigning and struggle by IAM Canada members, activists and allies, Canada has finally established a framework for a national single-payer pharmacare program. The law, Bill C-64, is the first phase of a program which provides universal access to contraception and diabetes medications. The Senate passed the bill in its third reading on October 10th, paving the way for it to receive royal assent on 11 October, 2024.

The 2024 Aircraft Maintenance Engineers (AME) Conference in Ontario showcased an impressive display of skills and expertise as teams competed in various challenging events, with IAM members proving they are among the best in the industry. The rigorous competitions again included lock wiring, virtual wheel and brake changes, avionics troubleshooting, a 2D virtual paint challenge, non-destructive testing, and sheet metal repair. Keith Aiken, IAM Canada Airline Coordinator, expressed his excitement:

The 22 members of IAM Automotive Local 2332 in Sault Ste Marie working in the shop at Maitland Ford ratified a new collective agreement. Highlights include a first-year wage adjustment, annual wage increases, improved vision care, training allowances and workplace improvements. “Chief Steward Kevin Sawyer ensured that the employer stayed focused on improving the issues important to the members”, said IAM Canada Representative Scott Jackson. Local 2332 represents over one

Last week (Sept 17th) Local 2413 members ratified a new 2-year collective agreement with Menzies Cargo with a 96.9% acceptance. IAM members employed as Warehouse Agents, Office Agents and Lead Agents had a strike deadline scheduled for 17 Sept. Having soundly rejected the employer’s previous offer and a unanimous strike vote taken, the employer came back to the table with wages the union and its membership were seeking. This 2-year

Imagine not knowing whether you will be working for the same employer, a new employer or whether or not you will even have a job moving forward. This is what IAM members at TBH Services are facing with their current contract with the GTAA set to expire in 28 days on October 22, 2024. The contract is part of an Request for Proposal Process that would allow the GTAA the

 IAM members from Local 2797 working for the Nova Scotia Teachers’ Union (NSTU) ratified a new contract last week. There were a number of improvements to their contract which saw the agreement ratified by a large margin. Some of the gains saw improvements in numerous areas, including Kyle Marryatt signs off on the ratified agreement. “It was a long set of negotiations; we first went to the table in February.