IAMAW Position Statement on COVID-19 for District Lodge140 Members
COV IAM Fights Back

In the midst of a global pandemic, District Lodge 140 is ensuring members are receiving all necessary information required to protect themselves at work, and as an organization we are asking all of our representatives to begin discussions with employers about safety precautions they are undertaking. The wellbeing of our members is of utmost importance, as such, we are issuing a set of guidelines members and IAMW representatives should familiarize

To all IAM Healthcare Members: Position Statement on COVID-19 for IAM Healthcare Members
COV IAM Fights Back

To all IAM Healthcare Members: Position Statement on COVID-19 for IAM Healthcare Members While the risk of contracting COVID-19, or the Coronavirus for the general public is low as indicated by Health Canada, IAM members in healthcare work with highly vulnerable populations to COVID-19. The wellbeing of our members is of utmost importance, so as a precautionary measure, we are issuing a set of guidelines that will help protect our members

A statement from GVP Stan Pickthall on COVID-19
COV Position Statements

Dear Brothers and Sisters, In light of the World Health Organization declaring the Coronavirus (COVID-19) a global pandemic, we are issuing Health Canada’s guidelines for the most effective preventative measures that help protect you, your co-workers and families. Attached to this letter you will also find brochures from Health Canada, which you may share with members. Be aware that at this moment, the Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC) has

LL 2413 Celebrates 50 years as Machinists!
Machinists' News

10 March 2020 For immediate release Toronto, ON – Fifty years ago, on this very date, Local Lodge 2413 was awarded its own charter, making them certified members of the IAM. The local was presented their charter by then Canadian General Vice-President Mike Rygus on March 10, 1970. They celebrated their historic anniversary with a small gathering added on to their regular monthly meeting. The local began life with 55

Women in Skilled Trades: Reclaiming a 700 Year Tradition
Women's Issues

Ivana Saula- Canadian Research Director Yes, you’ve read it correctly, it’s been 700 years since women first began working in skilled trades. A fact that not only challenges what we know of women’s labour history, but it boggles the mind that such a long history in this field exists. As March marks a celebration of women’s history, of struggles overcome and those that remain, we should be reminded that this

Park'N Fly = Park'N Save (Toronto)
Community

SPECIAL OFFER   MARCH BREAK SAVINGS Park’N Save on Airport Parking for a Limited Time Heading to the sunny south this March break? Park’N Fly is offering special rates on their most popular service, Park’N Fly Valet airport parking. You and your family will love the Valet Drop’N Go service where your drop you car, check in and go. Imagine, no need to worry about searching for a parking spot.

Let's campaign for the ratification of ILO C190!
Women's Issues

21 November, 2019In June, the International Labour Conference voted overwhelmingly to adopt a new Convention and Recommendation to end violence and harassment in the world of work. The new Convention No. 190 represents an extraordinary opportunity for unions to move their fight against gender-based violence forward. Violence and harassment in the world of work can happen everywhere – online, in the physical workplace, during the commute, where workers rest, eat

IAM Canada Statement on COVID-19 (Coronavirus)
COVID-19

As of March 2nd, more than 89,000 people in nearly 60 countries have reported cases of the coronavirus (COVID-19) around the world. More than 3,000 people have died as a result. By all accounts, this is serious, and we should all take care of ourselves – and others. During these times, those who cannot go to work, or are forced to stay at home, are in real danger of losing

IAM Stands Solidly Behind Team Unite CLC 2020
Machinists' News

The Canadian Machinists (IAM) have added their name to the ever-growing list of supporters for #TeamUniteCLC. “I am pleased to stand in Rock Solid support of #TeamUniteCLC – Bea Bruske, Lily Chang, and Siobhan Vipond. These are three strong sisters who will work to bring the Canadian Labour Congress together and make it stronger for all workers across Canada,” said IAM General Vice-President Stan Pickthall. “There are many challenges ahead

GVP Pickthall visits IAM Local Lodge 412 in Kanata, ON
Machinists' News

25 February, 2020 Stan Pickthall, IAM Canadian General Vice-President, Gord Falconer, IAM Chief-of-Staff, Gary Hynes, Grand Lodge Representative and Derek Ferguson, Special Representative all visited an IAM workplace – AstenJohnson, located in Kanata, ON, a suburb of Ottawa, now a part of Ottawa. “It’s humbling to see out members exhibit so much skill and pride in what they do. The final product leaving the facility speaks not only to the