By IAM Canadian General Vice-President (@IAMAWDavid) Dissent and protest are as much a part of democracy as elections, participation and debate. The right to protest has been a vehicle for many movements that ultimately changed our society for the better; the labour movement is a testament to the collective power in fighting for a better society. In recent weeks, a movement has emerged in Ottawa and elsewhere as an outcry
10 February, 2022 For immediate release Calgary, AB – Negotiations between the IAM and Airport Terminal Services (ATS) have hit turbulence in Calgary. IAM members provide baggage and aircraft services to WestJet Airlines, United Airlines, Condor Airlines at the Calgary International Airport. “We have been bargaining for a few months and it is moving terribly slow. The employer provided our bargaining team and with a substandard “final offer” package. This
Members of IAM Local 1922 speak about new technology in the workplace
(Montreal, February 4, 2022) – IAM Canada welcomes the $1.2 billion investment by shareholders of the Airbus Canada Limited Partnership. “This investment, which guarantees 2,500 jobs, sends a clear message about the future of the Mirabel plant,” said IAM District 11 Business Representative Eric Rancourt, who is responsible for labour relations at Airbus Canada. “That said, there are over 100 of our members who are still on the recall list because
02 February, 2022 Orleans, ON – IAM Local 1295 members working at Belcourt Manor Retirement home, were recently awarded a new Collective Agreement through arbitration. The agreement includes improvements to the pension plan, vision care and shift premiums, as well as a long-overdue dental plan, and annual wage increases. “The agreement is for only two years, which means we will be back in bargaining again later this year,” added Jim Snider,
Canada’s unions are marking Black History Month by calling for long-term, concrete government action to address systemic labour market discrimination and disadvantages faced by Black workers. “Black people in Canada have had to struggle with the impacts of colonial systems that have rooted anti-Black racism into our institutions, policies, workplaces and society,” said Bea Bruske, President of the Canadian Labour Congress. “So, while we celebrate Black History Month, it’s critical
Edmonton, AB – IAM members in Alberta showed true solidarity when they joined the picket line to support education workers. A landmark strike in Alberta’s history was ended on 15 January, 2022 when the workers ratified a tentative agreement. The Concordia University of Edmonton Faculty Association (CUEFA) members went on strike on January 4, making history as the first Alberta faculty association to take job action. Kyle Franzen and Paul
26 January, 2022 Ashcroft, BC – Ashcroft, BC – Forty members of IAM Local 692 have been locked out for 198 days and there is still no settlement in place. Andrew Tricker, Business Representative for IAM District 250 has been travelling back and forth between Ashcroft, BC and Surrey, BC since July – a distance of almost 325 kilometres. “The strain is showing on the members,” says Tricker. They’ve held together
Toronto, ON – Workers at Menzies Aviation (Canada) Ltd, have joined the IAM. “This group of 26 workers were never given the opportunity to join a union before and acted immediately when given the chance to and given a choice,” said Michael Corrado, General Chairperson for IAM District 140. “With a 30-year-high in inflation and the pandemic surrounding them, they made their choice quickly. The Canada Labour Board granted us
December 10, 2021 To All District Lodge Presidents and Secretary-Treasurers, Local Lodge Presidents and Recording Secretaries, TCU Carmen Division Officers, National Representatives, Assistant National Representatives, and Local Lodge Officers Dear Brothers and Sisters: This is the official announcement of the 2022 IAM Photography Contest. It is open to all IAM members in good standing. Entries should catch IAM members at work in unposed photos. Winning entries will win a cash
