United Steelworkers
@uswmetallos.bsky.social
The largest private sector union in North America, 850,000 strong-225,000 Canadian members. We fight for jobs, justice & a better future.
We’re thrilled to announce the 2026 Women of Steel Conference: Education for a New Era 🌎✊
Join us in Toronto, Ontario, March 29 – April 2, 2026!
Registration information, including hotel bookings, air travel and child care available here: usw.ca/events/2026-...
Join us in Toronto, Ontario, March 29 – April 2, 2026!
Registration information, including hotel bookings, air travel and child care available here: usw.ca/events/2026-...
2026 Women of Steel Conference - USW Canada
LINK TO THE INTERNATIONAL EVENT PAGE: usw.to/WOS2026 Click here to download the call letter in English | Cliquez ici pour télécharger la lettre d’appel en français | Haga clic aquí para descargar la c...
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November 13, 2025 at 5:42 PM
We’re thrilled to announce the 2026 Women of Steel Conference: Education for a New Era 🌎✊
Join us in Toronto, Ontario, March 29 – April 2, 2026!
Registration information, including hotel bookings, air travel and child care available here: usw.ca/events/2026-...
Join us in Toronto, Ontario, March 29 – April 2, 2026!
Registration information, including hotel bookings, air travel and child care available here: usw.ca/events/2026-...
WATCH NOW: A message from National Director Marty Warren 📹
As we look ahead to the federal budget announcement on November 4, make no mistake - Steelworkers want to a see a transformational budget that leaves no Canadian worker behind.
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#CanPoli #CanLab
As we look ahead to the federal budget announcement on November 4, make no mistake - Steelworkers want to a see a transformational budget that leaves no Canadian worker behind.
www.facebook.com/reel/1150738...
#CanPoli #CanLab
WATCH NOW: A message from National Director Marty Warren 📹
As we look ahead to the federal budget announcement on November 4, make no mistake - Steelworkers want to a see a transformational budget th...
WATCH NOW: A message from National Director Marty Warren 📹
As we look ahead to the federal budget announcement on November 4, make no mistake - Steelworkers want to a see a transformational budget...
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October 28, 2025 at 7:35 PM
WATCH NOW: A message from National Director Marty Warren 📹
As we look ahead to the federal budget announcement on November 4, make no mistake - Steelworkers want to a see a transformational budget that leaves no Canadian worker behind.
www.facebook.com/reel/1150738...
#CanPoli #CanLab
As we look ahead to the federal budget announcement on November 4, make no mistake - Steelworkers want to a see a transformational budget that leaves no Canadian worker behind.
www.facebook.com/reel/1150738...
#CanPoli #CanLab
Instead of strengthening the office, the government has left the position of Canadian Ombudsperson for Responsible Enterprise vacant, with signals suggesting plans to close the office entirely.
We can't let this happen.
Read & share our call to action:
cnca-rcrce.ca/2025/10/22/w...
#CanPoli
We can't let this happen.
Read & share our call to action:
cnca-rcrce.ca/2025/10/22/w...
#CanPoli
October 27, 2025 at 7:38 PM
Instead of strengthening the office, the government has left the position of Canadian Ombudsperson for Responsible Enterprise vacant, with signals suggesting plans to close the office entirely.
We can't let this happen.
Read & share our call to action:
cnca-rcrce.ca/2025/10/22/w...
#CanPoli
We can't let this happen.
Read & share our call to action:
cnca-rcrce.ca/2025/10/22/w...
#CanPoli
Congratulations to Vice President Roxanne Brown who has been elected as our next international president!
“I am beyond humbled & honored to serve as the USW’s next president," said Brown.
Read more at:
usw.ca/new-usw-leaders-prepare-to-take-office/
“I am beyond humbled & honored to serve as the USW’s next president," said Brown.
Read more at:
usw.ca/new-usw-leaders-prepare-to-take-office/
October 24, 2025 at 2:01 PM
Congratulations to Vice President Roxanne Brown who has been elected as our next international president!
“I am beyond humbled & honored to serve as the USW’s next president," said Brown.
Read more at:
usw.ca/new-usw-leaders-prepare-to-take-office/
“I am beyond humbled & honored to serve as the USW’s next president," said Brown.
Read more at:
usw.ca/new-usw-leaders-prepare-to-take-office/
We're looking for an in-office Digital Communications Officer to join our Communications & Political Action Department in Toronto, covering an 18-month parental leave 🔍🎉
Apply by: October 21, 2025 by 5 p.m.
More at: usw.ca/resources/digital-communications-officer18-month-contract/
#JoinOurTeam
Apply by: October 21, 2025 by 5 p.m.
More at: usw.ca/resources/digital-communications-officer18-month-contract/
#JoinOurTeam
October 2, 2025 at 5:21 PM
We're looking for an in-office Digital Communications Officer to join our Communications & Political Action Department in Toronto, covering an 18-month parental leave 🔍🎉
Apply by: October 21, 2025 by 5 p.m.
More at: usw.ca/resources/digital-communications-officer18-month-contract/
#JoinOurTeam
Apply by: October 21, 2025 by 5 p.m.
More at: usw.ca/resources/digital-communications-officer18-month-contract/
#JoinOurTeam
The USW is denouncing the latest escalation in Donald Trump’s trade war!
The new tariff comes on top of the existing 35.16% duties already imposed. In total, Canadian softwood lumber shipments worth more than $7.7 billion annually will now face duties exceeding 45%.
More at:
usw.ca/steelworkers...
The new tariff comes on top of the existing 35.16% duties already imposed. In total, Canadian softwood lumber shipments worth more than $7.7 billion annually will now face duties exceeding 45%.
More at:
usw.ca/steelworkers...
Steelworkers denounce Trump’s reckless lumber tariffs as devastating blow to workers and communities - USW Canada
TORONTO – The United Steelworkers union (USW) is denouncing the latest escalation in Donald Trump’s trade war, following his September 29 proclamation imposing a 10% tariff on Canadian softwood lumber...
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October 1, 2025 at 8:51 PM
The USW is denouncing the latest escalation in Donald Trump’s trade war!
The new tariff comes on top of the existing 35.16% duties already imposed. In total, Canadian softwood lumber shipments worth more than $7.7 billion annually will now face duties exceeding 45%.
More at:
usw.ca/steelworkers...
The new tariff comes on top of the existing 35.16% duties already imposed. In total, Canadian softwood lumber shipments worth more than $7.7 billion annually will now face duties exceeding 45%.
More at:
usw.ca/steelworkers...
We are calling on Steelworkers across the country to join together and show your solidarity by supporting a @cupwsttp.bsky.social picket line near you!
Find a picket line in your community at ⬇️:
act-cupwsttp.nationbuilder.com/picket_lines
Find a picket line in your community at ⬇️:
act-cupwsttp.nationbuilder.com/picket_lines
September 29, 2025 at 7:41 PM
We are calling on Steelworkers across the country to join together and show your solidarity by supporting a @cupwsttp.bsky.social picket line near you!
Find a picket line in your community at ⬇️:
act-cupwsttp.nationbuilder.com/picket_lines
Find a picket line in your community at ⬇️:
act-cupwsttp.nationbuilder.com/picket_lines
September 30, the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, is a day to remember and pay tribute to the children who were forcibly taken from their families and sent to residential schools.
What are you doing to honour and show solidarity with these affected communities?
usw.ca/resolving-to...
What are you doing to honour and show solidarity with these affected communities?
usw.ca/resolving-to...
Resolving to work on reconciliation – Directors’ statement for September 30 - USW Canada
It has already been 10 years since the 94 Calls to Action from the National Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) were released in 2015. “The TRC’s mandate was to inform all Canadians about what h...
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September 29, 2025 at 4:16 PM
September 30, the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, is a day to remember and pay tribute to the children who were forcibly taken from their families and sent to residential schools.
What are you doing to honour and show solidarity with these affected communities?
usw.ca/resolving-to...
What are you doing to honour and show solidarity with these affected communities?
usw.ca/resolving-to...
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of #USW International President emeritus Leo W. Gerard.
Gerard had a profound impact on the lives of working people. We will miss him dearly and his work will live on for generations to come.
More at: usw.ca/usw-mourns-p...
#RestInPower
Gerard had a profound impact on the lives of working people. We will miss him dearly and his work will live on for generations to come.
More at: usw.ca/usw-mourns-p...
#RestInPower
USW mourns passing of former President Gerard - USW Canada
Leo W. Gerard, who led the United Steelworkers (USW) as the union’s international president for more than 18 years, died on Sunday, Sept. 21, 2025. Gerard, who retired in July 2019 as the longest-tenu...
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September 22, 2025 at 3:32 PM
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of #USW International President emeritus Leo W. Gerard.
Gerard had a profound impact on the lives of working people. We will miss him dearly and his work will live on for generations to come.
More at: usw.ca/usw-mourns-p...
#RestInPower
Gerard had a profound impact on the lives of working people. We will miss him dearly and his work will live on for generations to come.
More at: usw.ca/usw-mourns-p...
#RestInPower
USW is hosting our Steel Pride Network, to gather rainbow community Steelworkers from coast to coast to coast and talk about what’s up and what’s important to our community!
To find out more and register, please visit: usw.ca/events/national-steel-pride-network-october-2025/
#SteelPride #USW
To find out more and register, please visit: usw.ca/events/national-steel-pride-network-october-2025/
#SteelPride #USW
National Steel Pride Network October 2025 - USW Canada
USW is hosting our Steel Pride Network, to gather rainbow community Steelworkers from coast to coast to coast and talk about what’s up and what’s important to our community. Do you identify as 2SLGBTQ...
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September 16, 2025 at 5:04 PM
USW is hosting our Steel Pride Network, to gather rainbow community Steelworkers from coast to coast to coast and talk about what’s up and what’s important to our community!
To find out more and register, please visit: usw.ca/events/national-steel-pride-network-october-2025/
#SteelPride #USW
To find out more and register, please visit: usw.ca/events/national-steel-pride-network-october-2025/
#SteelPride #USW
As MPs return to the House of Commons today, National Director Marty Warren is calling on the federal government and all political parties to make this parliamentary session about workers!
Full release at: usw.ca/now-that-par...
#USW #WorkersFirst #CanLab #CanPoli
Full release at: usw.ca/now-that-par...
#USW #WorkersFirst #CanLab #CanPoli
Now that Parliament is back, let’s get to work: Steelworkers urge all parliamentarians to protect Canadian jobs and communities - USW Canada
TORONTO – As MPs return to the House of Commons today, United Steelworkers union (USW) National Director Marty Warren is calling on the federal government and all political parties to make this parlia...
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September 15, 2025 at 6:59 PM
As MPs return to the House of Commons today, National Director Marty Warren is calling on the federal government and all political parties to make this parliamentary session about workers!
Full release at: usw.ca/now-that-par...
#USW #WorkersFirst #CanLab #CanPoli
Full release at: usw.ca/now-that-par...
#USW #WorkersFirst #CanLab #CanPoli
USW members will join fellow workers in communities across 🇨🇦 this #LabourDay to recognize our many achievements as a movement, to reaffirm our values and principles & recommit to fighting for a better future for all! ✊
Full statement from our Canadian Directors at: usw.ca/labour-day-2025-statement/
Full statement from our Canadian Directors at: usw.ca/labour-day-2025-statement/
August 27, 2025 at 8:37 PM
USW members will join fellow workers in communities across 🇨🇦 this #LabourDay to recognize our many achievements as a movement, to reaffirm our values and principles & recommit to fighting for a better future for all! ✊
Full statement from our Canadian Directors at: usw.ca/labour-day-2025-statement/
Full statement from our Canadian Directors at: usw.ca/labour-day-2025-statement/
National Director Marty Warren is voicing concern over the removal of Canadian retaliatory tariffs against the U.S.
Using the livelihoods of Canadian workers as a bargaining chip is a frustrating and ineffective move!
Full statement at: usw.ca/usw-criticiz...
#USW #CanLab #Tariffs
Using the livelihoods of Canadian workers as a bargaining chip is a frustrating and ineffective move!
Full statement at: usw.ca/usw-criticiz...
#USW #CanLab #Tariffs
USW criticizes removal of retaliatory tariffs, urges stronger, strategic measures that support Canadian economy - USW Canada
TORONTO – USW National Director Marty Warren is voicing concern over the removal of Canadian retaliatory tariffs against the U.S. on CUSMA-compliant goods. The move seeks to match the U.S. rules and...
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August 26, 2025 at 4:09 PM
National Director Marty Warren is voicing concern over the removal of Canadian retaliatory tariffs against the U.S.
Using the livelihoods of Canadian workers as a bargaining chip is a frustrating and ineffective move!
Full statement at: usw.ca/usw-criticiz...
#USW #CanLab #Tariffs
Using the livelihoods of Canadian workers as a bargaining chip is a frustrating and ineffective move!
Full statement at: usw.ca/usw-criticiz...
#USW #CanLab #Tariffs
With Labour Day fast approaching, there are events happening across the country where workers will be able to come together and celebrate our strength and solidarity!
Find an event close to you and RSVP at: workerstogether.ca/events/labou...
#CanLab #LabourDay2025
Find an event close to you and RSVP at: workerstogether.ca/events/labou...
#CanLab #LabourDay2025
Celebrate Labour Day 2025!
Join workers across Canada this Labour Day. Find an event near you.
workerstogether.ca
August 25, 2025 at 6:06 PM
With Labour Day fast approaching, there are events happening across the country where workers will be able to come together and celebrate our strength and solidarity!
Find an event close to you and RSVP at: workerstogether.ca/events/labou...
#CanLab #LabourDay2025
Find an event close to you and RSVP at: workerstogether.ca/events/labou...
#CanLab #LabourDay2025
Solidarity to the 10,000 cupescfp.bsky.social flight attendants who are demanding better and saying no to unpaid work!
Stay strong and know that Steelworkers are standing behind you ✊
#USWUnity #CanLab #Strike
Stay strong and know that Steelworkers are standing behind you ✊
#USWUnity #CanLab #Strike
August 14, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Solidarity to the 10,000 cupescfp.bsky.social flight attendants who are demanding better and saying no to unpaid work!
Stay strong and know that Steelworkers are standing behind you ✊
#USWUnity #CanLab #Strike
Stay strong and know that Steelworkers are standing behind you ✊
#USWUnity #CanLab #Strike
🚨 JOB ALERT 🚨
The USW Canadian National Office is hiring a staff person for an in-office permanent position in our Research, Public Policy & Bargaining Support Department in Toronto!
Deadline to apply is August 26, 2025.
The USW Canadian National Office is hiring a staff person for an in-office permanent position in our Research, Public Policy & Bargaining Support Department in Toronto!
Deadline to apply is August 26, 2025.
August 7, 2025 at 6:20 PM
🚨 JOB ALERT 🚨
The USW Canadian National Office is hiring a staff person for an in-office permanent position in our Research, Public Policy & Bargaining Support Department in Toronto!
Deadline to apply is August 26, 2025.
The USW Canadian National Office is hiring a staff person for an in-office permanent position in our Research, Public Policy & Bargaining Support Department in Toronto!
Deadline to apply is August 26, 2025.
The USW are welcoming the announcement by Prime Minister Mark Carney on new federal measures to support Canada’s softwood lumber industry, calling it a long-overdue step toward rebuilding a sector under intense pressure from escalating #tariffs.
More at: usw.ca/softwood-lum...
#USW #CanLab
More at: usw.ca/softwood-lum...
#USW #CanLab
August 6, 2025 at 12:25 PM
The USW are welcoming the announcement by Prime Minister Mark Carney on new federal measures to support Canada’s softwood lumber industry, calling it a long-overdue step toward rebuilding a sector under intense pressure from escalating #tariffs.
More at: usw.ca/softwood-lum...
#USW #CanLab
More at: usw.ca/softwood-lum...
#USW #CanLab
The USW, representing more than 1,000 workers across steel, pipe & related manufacturing facilities in Alberta & Saskatchewan, is welcoming a new chapter under the ownership of Atlas Holdings, which will operate Interpro Pipe and Steel under the new banner of Orion Steel. (1/2)
#USW #CanadianSteel
#USW #CanadianSteel
August 5, 2025 at 7:13 PM
The USW, representing more than 1,000 workers across steel, pipe & related manufacturing facilities in Alberta & Saskatchewan, is welcoming a new chapter under the ownership of Atlas Holdings, which will operate Interpro Pipe and Steel under the new banner of Orion Steel. (1/2)
#USW #CanadianSteel
#USW #CanadianSteel
From USW National Director Marty Warren:
"Let’s be clear: no deal is better than a bad deal. And while we’re disappointed an agreement wasn’t reached to end this trade war, the worst outcome would have been a deal that locked in permanent damage to our economy.
Read more at: usw.ca/tariffs-stat...
"Let’s be clear: no deal is better than a bad deal. And while we’re disappointed an agreement wasn’t reached to end this trade war, the worst outcome would have been a deal that locked in permanent damage to our economy.
Read more at: usw.ca/tariffs-stat...
August 1, 2025 at 5:02 PM
From USW National Director Marty Warren:
"Let’s be clear: no deal is better than a bad deal. And while we’re disappointed an agreement wasn’t reached to end this trade war, the worst outcome would have been a deal that locked in permanent damage to our economy.
Read more at: usw.ca/tariffs-stat...
"Let’s be clear: no deal is better than a bad deal. And while we’re disappointed an agreement wasn’t reached to end this trade war, the worst outcome would have been a deal that locked in permanent damage to our economy.
Read more at: usw.ca/tariffs-stat...
USW District 3 & the USW Wood Council are calling on the government to take urgent action in response to the latest escalation in the softwood lumber trade dispute and is demanding immediate support for forestry workers and communities across the country!
Read more at: usw.ca/canadian-gov...
Read more at: usw.ca/canadian-gov...
July 29, 2025 at 3:54 PM
USW District 3 & the USW Wood Council are calling on the government to take urgent action in response to the latest escalation in the softwood lumber trade dispute and is demanding immediate support for forestry workers and communities across the country!
Read more at: usw.ca/canadian-gov...
Read more at: usw.ca/canadian-gov...
Did you know that July is #DisabilityPrideMonth?
This is a movement rooted in community, liberation & a dismantling of ableism in all its forms.
Let's honour the strength and resilience of people with disabilities in our communities and recommit to fighting and advocating for true accessibility!
This is a movement rooted in community, liberation & a dismantling of ableism in all its forms.
Let's honour the strength and resilience of people with disabilities in our communities and recommit to fighting and advocating for true accessibility!
July 17, 2025 at 7:44 PM
Did you know that July is #DisabilityPrideMonth?
This is a movement rooted in community, liberation & a dismantling of ableism in all its forms.
Let's honour the strength and resilience of people with disabilities in our communities and recommit to fighting and advocating for true accessibility!
This is a movement rooted in community, liberation & a dismantling of ableism in all its forms.
Let's honour the strength and resilience of people with disabilities in our communities and recommit to fighting and advocating for true accessibility!
Today’s announcement from Prime Minister Mark Carney reflects major wins for workers – delivering on demands the USW has made not only during the current crisis, but over the past decade.
July 16, 2025 at 11:33 PM
Today’s announcement from Prime Minister Mark Carney reflects major wins for workers – delivering on demands the USW has made not only during the current crisis, but over the past decade.
Solidarity to the 181 USW 7493 Steelworkers who voted last week to reject the company’s “final” contract offer ✊✊✊
“These workers are demanding to be paid according to their real contributions to this company & they expect their fair share of the profits."
Read more at: usw.ca/rtft-strike-...
“These workers are demanding to be paid according to their real contributions to this company & they expect their fair share of the profits."
Read more at: usw.ca/rtft-strike-...
Steelworkers on strike at Rio Tinto metallurgical complex in Quebec over wages, concessions - USW Canada
Steelworkers at Rio Tinto Fer et Titane in Sorel, Que., are on strike over wages and employer demands for concessions.
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July 14, 2025 at 6:18 PM
Solidarity to the 181 USW 7493 Steelworkers who voted last week to reject the company’s “final” contract offer ✊✊✊
“These workers are demanding to be paid according to their real contributions to this company & they expect their fair share of the profits."
Read more at: usw.ca/rtft-strike-...
“These workers are demanding to be paid according to their real contributions to this company & they expect their fair share of the profits."
Read more at: usw.ca/rtft-strike-...
The newly announced 35% #tariff on all Canadian products starting Aug. 1 is yet another reckless and vicious attack in an already out-of-control trade war.
“Enough is enough. Workers need action, not empty words,” said USW National Director Marty Warren.
More at: usw.ca/trump-bullie...
#USW
“Enough is enough. Workers need action, not empty words,” said USW National Director Marty Warren.
More at: usw.ca/trump-bullie...
#USW
Trump bullies Canada with outrageous 35% tariff threat - USW Canada
The USW is urging Ottawa to take urgent measures to keep workers employed and industries running.
usw.ca
July 11, 2025 at 8:06 PM
The newly announced 35% #tariff on all Canadian products starting Aug. 1 is yet another reckless and vicious attack in an already out-of-control trade war.
“Enough is enough. Workers need action, not empty words,” said USW National Director Marty Warren.
More at: usw.ca/trump-bullie...
#USW
“Enough is enough. Workers need action, not empty words,” said USW National Director Marty Warren.
More at: usw.ca/trump-bullie...
#USW
“This is yet another escalation in Trump’s trade war that puts Canadian jobs and entire industries at risk,” said Marty Warren, USW National Director.
“These tariffs will drive up costs, disrupt supply chains and hurt workers on both sides of the border.”
More at: usw.ca/trumps-coppe...
#USW
“These tariffs will drive up costs, disrupt supply chains and hurt workers on both sides of the border.”
More at: usw.ca/trumps-coppe...
#USW
July 10, 2025 at 7:26 PM
“This is yet another escalation in Trump’s trade war that puts Canadian jobs and entire industries at risk,” said Marty Warren, USW National Director.
“These tariffs will drive up costs, disrupt supply chains and hurt workers on both sides of the border.”
More at: usw.ca/trumps-coppe...
#USW
“These tariffs will drive up costs, disrupt supply chains and hurt workers on both sides of the border.”
More at: usw.ca/trumps-coppe...
#USW