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Violence isn’t “just part of the job”

There are things trade unionists can do to tackle gender-based violence.

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Opinion | The Algoma layoffs were a tragedy. This is how we can fix the issues that caused them

Nick Iwanyshyn/The Canadian Press file photo Dec. 4, 2025 – This op-ed was originally published in the Toronto Star. You can find the link here. By Meg Gingrich and Guio Jacinto, Contributor... — Dec 5

Steelworkers condemn Algoma’s heartless holiday job cuts

SAULT STE. MARIE – Algoma Steel’s devastating announcement of more than 1,000 layoffs will hit workers and Sault Ste. Marie hard on the eve of the holiday season. Not only will this hurt the community... — Dec 4

The USW endorses Rob Ashton for NDP leader

Rob Ashton is the candidate best positioned to win over working people and rebuild the NDP as a party rooted in the labour movement. The post The USW endorses Rob Ashton for NDP leader appeared first... — Dec 2

Steelworkers union welcomes federal steel and softwood measures, urge strong enforcement and progress on softwood dispute

TORONTO – The United Steelworkers union (USW) welcomes the federal government’s new measures announced Wednesday to support Canada’s steel and softwood lumber sectors, calling them a meaningful step f... — Nov 27