September 13, 2017 - In July, the union formally requested assistance from the Federal Minister of Labour by filing for conciliation in an effort to reach a respectful renewed collective agreement for our members at Shaw Abbotsford.

September 13, 2017 - The next election of the USW International Officers and District Directors will be held on November 21st, 2017.

September 11, 2017 - Are you prepared to provide a unique perspective to our Local to ensure that Millennials and Post-Millennials and the issues they face in workplaces across Canada are properly represented?

September 6, 2017 - Over 180 employees who work at Freedom Mobile’s call centre in Windsor, Ontario voted to join the our union earlier this year.

September 5, 2017 - USW Local 1944 – Unit 51 (Burnaby) is celebrating World Mental Health Day on October 10, 2017, by producing themed purple t-shirts that are Union-made in Canada, with the assistance of participating Telus leadership. Proceeds will be going to the Amanda Todd Legacy Society Fund. 

August 31, 2017 - Monday, September 4 will mark Canada’s 124th official Labour Day, a time to appreciate and to celebrate the Labour Movement’s work in creating a more just and prosperous Canada.

August 21, 2017 - The United Steelworkers is conducting an election for the positions of the International Executive Board.

August 15, 2017 - The United Steelworkers (USW), joining with the Steelworkers Humanity Fund, are contributing $100,000 to ongoing relief and recovery efforts for the continuing wildfire crisis in the BC Interior.

July 24, 2017 - The deadline to get your applications in to apply for USW Local 1944 Scholarships has been extended to August 7, 2017.

July 19, 2017 - Yesterday, the union formally requested assistance from the Federal Minister of Labour by filing for conciliation in an effort to reach a renewed collective agreement for our members at Shaw Abbotsford.