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The largest private-sector union in North America, 850,000 strong-225,000 Canadian members. We fight for jobs, justice & a better future. Français: @MetallosCA

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Read up! Here is the USW Research Department’s Economic Update for September 2026, with highlights of economic developments from the past month and a summary of key economic indicators. Read the update: usw.ca/resources/economic-up…
September 2026 Economic Update from the United Steelworkers Research Department, featuring analysis of economic trends, wage growth, labour market conditions and key economic indicators.

ALT September 2026 Economic Update from the United Steelworkers Research Department, featuring analysis of economic trends, wage growth, labour market conditions and key economic indicators.

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The District 3 Racial Justice Summit took place last week in Langley, B.C. Delegates took part in productive discussions and focused training, and developed action plans to advance equity and racial justice across our union. Check out more photos: flic.kr/s/aHBqjD7R8X
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Watch Marty Warren, #USW National Director, on CBC News’ Power & Politics discussing the latest #Stelco layoffs in Hamilton, Cleveland-Cliffs’ broken commitments and the need for the federal government to take strong action to protect Canadian steel jobs.
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New! Retired workers in Bolivia fighting for pension justice Read the September 2026 Steelworkers Humanity Fund (SHF) update: usw.ca/steelworkers-humanity…
Graphic promoting the September 2026 Steelworkers Humanity Fund Update. It features the SHF logo and a newsletter cover showing a meeting of workers in Bolivia. Text reads: “Retired workers in Bolivia fighting for pension justice,” alongside the SHF 40th anniversary logo.

ALT Graphic promoting the September 2026 Steelworkers Humanity Fund Update. It features the SHF logo and a newsletter cover showing a meeting of workers in Bolivia. Text reads: “Retired workers in Bolivia fighting for pension justice,” alongside the SHF 40th anniversary logo.

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With the support of Steelworkers Humanity Fund (SHF) partner Bufete de Abogadas por la Justicia, women continue to organize and leverage their knowledge and experiences, moving “from isolation to collective empowerment.” Read the article: usw.ca/life-after-the-factor…
Four Honduran women stand together holding a United Steelworkers (USW) flag. Text reads: “Life after the factory closure: Honduran women rebuilding their future.”

ALT Four Honduran women stand together holding a United Steelworkers (USW) flag. Text reads: “Life after the factory closure: Honduran women rebuilding their future.”

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Norma Berti broke barriers at Stelco and helped change Canada’s labour movement forever. Sign and share the petition to name a street on the Stelco lands after Norma Berti. Your support matters. Please pass on to your contacts. Sign the petition here: c.org/N964q2ch9j
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To witness firsthand the long-term impacts of these efforts, a group of seven Canadians from the #USW Wood Council and SHF travelled to India in October 2025. Read the full article: usw.ca/celebrating-forestry-…
A group of forestry workers and United Steelworkers representatives pose outdoors in India, with several wearing orange flower garlands and holding a USW Métallos flag. Text reads: “Celebrating forestry workers’ achievements in India: a decade of solidarity.”

ALT A group of forestry workers and United Steelworkers representatives pose outdoors in India, with several wearing orange flower garlands and holding a USW Métallos flag. Text reads: “Celebrating forestry workers’ achievements in India: a decade of solidarity.”

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In late September, dozens of residents gathered for a solemn ceremony at the Leo Gerard Workers’ Memorial Park in Sudbury, Ont. – hometown of the late United #Steelworkers International President. Read more: usw.ca/workers-memorial-park…
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In 2025, the Steelworkers Humanity Fund (SHF) continued to support partners in Canada and more than a dozen other countries, providing emergency relief in times of need and advancing programs that tackle the root causes of inequality. Read more: usw.ca/another-year-of-globa…
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Happy Thanksgiving to all Steelworkers and your families! This Thanksgiving, we’re grateful for the solidarity that unites us and gives us the strength to keep fighting for justice and fairness for all workers. Wishing you a joyful holiday and quality time with your loved ones.
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The right to #strike is fundamental. It gives workers the power to stand together, bargain fairly and fight for better working conditions. Workers don’t need more government interference in legal strikes. They need their rights protected. Section 107 must be repealed.
Graphic featuring USW National Director Marty Warren speaking into microphones. Text reads: “The right to strike is a red line. Section 107 should be repealed, not rewritten to make it easier for the government to intervene in legal strikes.”

ALT Graphic featuring USW National Director Marty Warren speaking into microphones. Text reads: “The right to strike is a red line. Section 107 should be repealed, not rewritten to make it easier for the government to intervene in legal strikes.”

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As a result of the USW’s intervention before the Canadian International Trade Tribunal, the federal government imposed initial tariffs of between 35% and 65% on these companies’ exports. Future imports will be subject to a duty of more than 100%. More: usw.ca/steelworkers-win-anot…
Graphic featuring a Steelworker wearing protective gear while cutting a large steel coil, with sparks flying. Text reads: “Steelworkers win another trade ruling against subsidized Chinese steel – Press release.” United Steelworkers (USW) logo appears at the top.

ALT Graphic featuring a Steelworker wearing protective gear while cutting a large steel coil, with sparks flying. Text reads: “Steelworkers win another trade ruling against subsidized Chinese steel – Press release.” United Steelworkers (USW) logo appears at the top.

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October is Women’s History Month! We honour generations of #Women of Steel who helped build our union and advance equality and #justice. Women of Steel empower our union. Their leadership, activism, solidarity and determination make us stronger. Happy Women’s History Month!
Graphic for Women’s History Month featuring six women from diverse backgrounds in workplace and community settings. The bilingual text reads “Women’s History Month / Mois de l’histoire des femmes,” with the United Steelworkers (USW) Métallos logo in the centre.

ALT Graphic for Women’s History Month featuring six women from diverse backgrounds in workplace and community settings. The bilingual text reads “Women’s History Month / Mois de l’histoire des femmes,” with the United Steelworkers (USW) Métallos logo in the centre.

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“We will do everything we can, working in collaboration with municipal representatives, families and other allies, to protect these services and the residents and workers who depend on them.” Kevon Stewart USW District 6 Director Read the statement: usw.ca/ltc-homes-eastern-ont…
Graphic featuring D6 Director, Kevon Stewart speaking at a podium, with the USW logo above. Text reads: “Steelworkers pledge to fight to protect long-term care services, jobs in eastern Ontario.”

ALT Graphic featuring D6 Director, Kevon Stewart speaking at a podium, with the USW logo above. Text reads: “Steelworkers pledge to fight to protect long-term care services, jobs in eastern Ontario.”

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Today, Oct. 7, we mark World Day for Decent Work. The United #Steelworkers will continue to stand with workers and fight for decent work, stronger labour rights and a fairer future for everyone. Decent work is a right, not a privilege. #Canlab #DecentWork #USW
Graphic for World Day for Decent Work on October 7, featuring Steelworkers at a worksite. Text reads: “Every worker deserves: Fair wages, safe working conditions, respect and dignity, a voice at work, and strong labour rights.” It concludes: “Decent work is a right, not a privilege!”

ALT Graphic for World Day for Decent Work on October 7, featuring Steelworkers at a worksite. Text reads: “Every worker deserves: Fair wages, safe working conditions, respect and dignity, a voice at work, and strong labour rights.” It concludes: “Decent work is a right, not a privilege!”

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Want to attend the 2027 #USW National Policy Conference? The FCEF is offering bursaries of up to $1,000 for eligible young, new and equity-deserving Steelworkers to help cover travel, registration and hotel costs. Learn more: usw.ca/npc2027
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In the Toronto Star, Guio Jacinto, a #USW economic analyst, looks at Cleveland-Cliffs’s layoffs at #Stelco in Hamilton and the broader challenges facing Canada’s #steel industry, including losing good union jobs. Read more: thestar.com/business/opinion…
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The #USW National Policy Conference is coming up! It’s time for local unions to submit their resolutions and help shape the discussions at the conference. Resolutions must be submitted no later than Nov. 13, 2026. Learn more and submit your resolution: usw.ca/npc2027
Graphic promoting the United Steelworkers’ 56th National Policy Conference, Feb. 23–26, 2027, in Montreal. Local unions are encouraged to submit their resolutions by Nov. 13, 2026.

ALT Graphic promoting the United Steelworkers’ 56th National Policy Conference, Feb. 23–26, 2027, in Montreal. Local unions are encouraged to submit their resolutions by Nov. 13, 2026.

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“Liberals want a world in which employers have no reason to compromise because they know Ottawa has their backs.” Read USW National Director Marty Warren's opinion article in The Hamilton Spectator: thespec.com/.../article_d63e…... #Canlab #cdnpoli
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“Now the government must act, decisively. These commitments were part of the price of approval, and workers need to see them enforced – aggressively and without delay.” said #USW National Director Marty Warren. Read the full press release: usw.ca/hold-cleveland-cliffs… #canlab
Photo of USW National Director Marty Warren speaking at a podium, with the headline: “Steelworkers welcome Carney commitment to hold Cleveland-Cliffs accountable, call on PM to walk the talk.” USW logo appears at the top.

ALT Photo of USW National Director Marty Warren speaking at a podium, with the headline: “Steelworkers welcome Carney commitment to hold Cleveland-Cliffs accountable, call on PM to walk the talk.” USW logo appears at the top.

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