Unifor Canada

08/23/2026

WATCH: Unifor National President Lana Payne provided an update to media on the escalating trade war.

08/22/2026

"We can’t trade good jobs for a bad deal that would cement unjust, industry-killing tariffs,” says Unifor National President Lana Payne. “It was clear the never-ending list of concession demands were untenable.”

TORONTO—Unifor commends the decision to stand firm on securing a fair trade deal with the United States despite the Trump administration’s imposition of additional punishing and illegal tariffs.“Canadian negotiators made the right decision by walking away. We can’t trade good jobs for a bad ...

08/22/2026

Unifor has reached tentative agreements with General Motors (GM) on behalf of more than 4,600 union members.

“Our bargaining committee worked diligently to reach these agreements, which deliver strong income and benefit gains, amid some of the most challenging times in our history,” said Unifor National President Lana Payne.

08/21/2026

Unifor volunteers were out in force in Calgary-Shaw this week to talk to voters about alternatives to premier Danielle Smith's divisive and anti-worker policies

08/20/2026

Workers, retirees, families and community supporters came together in solidarity with 42 Unifor Local 12 members on strike at Saint-Gobain.

For nearly 30 days, these workers have been standing up for fair wages, secure pensions and an agreement that respects the vital work they do. The rally and BBQ were a powerful reminder that workers are strongest when they stand together.

Thank you to everyone who showed their support.

08/20/2026

Solidarity was on full display as Unifor Local 12 members, their families and community supporters gathered for a rally and BBQ while holding the line at Saint-Gobain.

These workers are standing together for a fair contract that respects their contributions and supports their families and community.

Members, families, retirees and supporters gathered outside the Saint-Gobain plant

08/20/2026

B.C.'s forestry crisis deepens with announcement of Howe Sound curtailment

PORT MELLON, B.C.—The curtailment of operations at Domtar’s Howe Sound pulp and paper mill is more evidence of a deepening forestry sector crisis and demands immediate action from the B.C. and federal government, says Unifor.“Collapse of the forestry industry in the west, a core pillar of the ...

08/20/2026

Workers, retirees, families and community members are gathering for a solidarity rally and BBQ in Plattsville, Ont., Unifor Local 12 members on strike at Saint-Gobain. After nearly 30 days on the picket line, members are standing up for fair wages, secure pensions and respect.

08/19/2026

Unifor's Lana Payne said at some point if Canada doesn't reach a deal, officials will have to draw a line in the sand and push back as hard as they possibly can.