Members of IAM Union Locals in Montreal recently gathered to rally against Bill 89, a measure imposed with the potential to politicize labour relations and disrupt fair negotiations. The proposed bill aims to suspend the right to strike, undermining the critical balance of power between workers and employers. This right is not simply a tool of leverage; it is an essential safeguard that allows workers to protect their interests when
In the 2024 Federal Budget, there was a reference to privatization of parts of Canadian Airports. At the time, the IAM Union sought out clarification and held meetings with the Federal Labour Ministers office and the office of the Finance Minister to seek further clarification and advise the Federal Government that the IAM Union was against any privatization whatsoever at Canadian Airports. This past week, the Federal Government provided a
Brian Bryant, International President of the 600,000-member IAM Union, and David Chartrand, IAM Canadian General Vice President, issued the following statement rebuking President Trump’s erratic tariff policies, which are creating anxiety for millions of workers across Canada and the United States: “The Trump administration’s erratic approach to tariffs is wreaking havoc on workers and businesses in the United States and Canada. This reckless trade policy creates unnecessary economic uncertainty, threatens
Rise and shine! It’s 6:30 AM, and the sun’s barely up, but not a union woman — she’s already awake, ready to start the day with determination, strength, and a mug of strong coffee (because how else can anyone face the world?). She’s got a full day ahead: whether she’s working hard in a long-term care home, hospital, on a construction site, an airport, a hotel or managing an office,
Brian Bryant, International President of the 600,000-member IAM Union, and David Chartrand, IAM Canadian General Vice President, issued the following statement calling for an end to all Canadian tariffs: “The IAM Union strongly urges President Trump to end all tariff actions against Canada, one of our closest allies, without delay. Instead of escalating tensions, the President should embrace trade policies that strengthen the economic bond between the U.S. and Canada.
WASHINGTON, March 4, 2025 – 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 25% tariffs on Canada: “The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) Union strongly condemns the Trump administration’s reckless decision to impose a 25% tariff on all Canadian imports. This harmful action threatens jobs, raises prices, and undermines the long-standing economic
In a bid to address the challenges facing workers in an ever-evolving labour market, the Union-Led Advisory Table (ULAT) has brought together labour leaders from across Canada to advise the government on key labour and ministerial priorities. This unique initiative aims to ensure that the voices of workers are heard and that the needs of Canada’s workforce are addressed in policy decisions. David Chartrand, General Vice-President of the IAM Union
Local 2413 members working at AAS Canada at Toronto Pearson International Airport secured significant victories at the bargaining table this week, marking a major milestone in their fight for better wages and benefits. These dedicated workers are essential to the daily operations of the airport, handling the circulation of luggage carts used by passengers as they arrive at Toronto Pearson. Their hard work behind the scenes is crucial to ensuring
With Bill 89, the Minister of Labour, Jean Boulet, is attacking the rights of over 4.9 million workers in Quebec. David Chartrand, General Vice-President of the IAM union in Canada, in a published article, condemns the intention to give the Minister of Labour the power to suspend the right to strike, which, according to him, leads to confrontation rather than good faith negotiations. Chartrand emphasizes that this measure threatens the
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