Society of United Professionals
@thesocietysays.bsky.social
Founded 80 years ago by engineers who wanted better working conditions, the Society of United Professionals now represents more than 10,000 professionals in the energy and legal sectors.
The Society is Local 160 of the IFPTE.
The Society is Local 160 of the IFPTE.
Another @oflabour.bsky.social Convention has come to an end. It's been an incredible week as we joined with our labour movement siblings to set a course for our provincial federation. Our delegation was out in full force to advocate for our members and build bridges with our union partners.
November 21, 2025 at 9:06 PM
Another @oflabour.bsky.social Convention has come to an end. It's been an incredible week as we joined with our labour movement siblings to set a course for our provincial federation. Our delegation was out in full force to advocate for our members and build bridges with our union partners.
Congratulations to Pride and Solidarity Chair and LAO member Morgan Koch, who was awarded the @oflabour.bsky.social's Solidarity and Pride Champion Award. Morgan has been a fierce advocate for 2SLGBTQIA+ rights, equity, inclusivity, and respect. Congratulations Morgan! We're so proud of you!
November 20, 2025 at 9:25 PM
Congratulations to Pride and Solidarity Chair and LAO member Morgan Koch, who was awarded the @oflabour.bsky.social's Solidarity and Pride Champion Award. Morgan has been a fierce advocate for 2SLGBTQIA+ rights, equity, inclusivity, and respect. Congratulations Morgan! We're so proud of you!
The Society of United Professionals is a proud supporter of the Canadian Cancer Society. From one Society to another, thank you for joining us today to celebrate the success of our Charity Golf Tournament fundraiser. And thank you to all our sponsors and supporters who made this donation possible.
October 29, 2025 at 8:07 PM
The Society of United Professionals is a proud supporter of the Canadian Cancer Society. From one Society to another, thank you for joining us today to celebrate the success of our Charity Golf Tournament fundraiser. And thank you to all our sponsors and supporters who made this donation possible.
Last week, we participated in a consultation with the federal Sustainable Jobs Partnership Council, alongside nuclear sector union reps at Darlington Energy Complex. The Society proudly took a leadership role in organizing the consultation, in collaboration with the Council's Secretariat and OPG.
October 27, 2025 at 9:29 PM
Last week, we participated in a consultation with the federal Sustainable Jobs Partnership Council, alongside nuclear sector union reps at Darlington Energy Complex. The Society proudly took a leadership role in organizing the consultation, in collaboration with the Council's Secretariat and OPG.
On Oct. 17, we attended the @naygn.bsky.social
Regional Conference in TO. It was a great opportunity to connect with emerging talent in nuclear and strengthen our ties within the sector. We were proud to sponsor travel bursaries for two out-of-province students to attend the conference.
Regional Conference in TO. It was a great opportunity to connect with emerging talent in nuclear and strengthen our ties within the sector. We were proud to sponsor travel bursaries for two out-of-province students to attend the conference.
October 22, 2025 at 6:32 PM
On Oct. 17, we attended the @naygn.bsky.social
Regional Conference in TO. It was a great opportunity to connect with emerging talent in nuclear and strengthen our ties within the sector. We were proud to sponsor travel bursaries for two out-of-province students to attend the conference.
Regional Conference in TO. It was a great opportunity to connect with emerging talent in nuclear and strengthen our ties within the sector. We were proud to sponsor travel bursaries for two out-of-province students to attend the conference.
It was great to attend the launch of the new Nuclear Discovery Centre in Port Hope - a learning hub to explore the benefits of OPG's proposed nuclear generation project in Wesleyville. The hub provides a great opportunity for education and engagement with community stakeholders.
October 10, 2025 at 9:10 PM
It was great to attend the launch of the new Nuclear Discovery Centre in Port Hope - a learning hub to explore the benefits of OPG's proposed nuclear generation project in Wesleyville. The hub provides a great opportunity for education and engagement with community stakeholders.
We had a great time talking to members at this year's OPG Community Power Expo. Thanks to all the members who visited our tables. And congratulations to the winners of the Society quiz contest: Sana, Cassandra, Annabelle, Andrew, Jillian, and Norris.
September 23, 2025 at 8:03 PM
We had a great time talking to members at this year's OPG Community Power Expo. Thanks to all the members who visited our tables. And congratulations to the winners of the Society quiz contest: Sana, Cassandra, Annabelle, Andrew, Jillian, and Norris.
The Bruce Power Local was proud to donate this month to the Port Elgin Food Bank. A lot of families are struggling to make ends meet. Consider making a donation to your local food bank if you are able. Let's lift each other up. Find your local food bank: foodbankscanada.ca/find-a-food-...
September 19, 2025 at 2:18 PM
The Bruce Power Local was proud to donate this month to the Port Elgin Food Bank. A lot of families are struggling to make ends meet. Consider making a donation to your local food bank if you are able. Let's lift each other up. Find your local food bank: foodbankscanada.ca/find-a-food-...
Some great shots from Labour Day in Hamilton, Toronto, and Port Elgin. We love to see our members out in full force celebrating the many gains our union movement have won. Thanks to everyone who made it out and helped organize Society contingents. #unionproud
September 2, 2025 at 4:52 PM
Some great shots from Labour Day in Hamilton, Toronto, and Port Elgin. We love to see our members out in full force celebrating the many gains our union movement have won. Thanks to everyone who made it out and helped organize Society contingents. #unionproud
Happy #LabourDay to all the workers across Canada who power our economy and make our society run! It was an honour to march side by side today with thousands of workers in celebration of our united labour movement. Together, we've achieved so much to be proud of.
September 1, 2025 at 5:39 PM
Happy #LabourDay to all the workers across Canada who power our economy and make our society run! It was an honour to march side by side today with thousands of workers in celebration of our united labour movement. Together, we've achieved so much to be proud of.
We had the privilege of participating in a fascinating roundtable, hosted by the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Canada, on global non-proliferation, nuclear disarmament, and cooperation on the peaceful uses of nuclear energy. Our nations have much to learn from each other.
August 29, 2025 at 10:23 PM
We had the privilege of participating in a fascinating roundtable, hosted by the Embassy of the Republic of Kazakhstan in Canada, on global non-proliferation, nuclear disarmament, and cooperation on the peaceful uses of nuclear energy. Our nations have much to learn from each other.
On Aug. 25, MPPs from the Ontario NDP toured the
Nuclear Waste Management Organization's Demonstration and Discovery Centre. Those on the tour learned about the incredible work that Society members do to ensure that nuclear waste is managed safely. Thanks for joining us!
Nuclear Waste Management Organization's Demonstration and Discovery Centre. Those on the tour learned about the incredible work that Society members do to ensure that nuclear waste is managed safely. Thanks for joining us!
August 29, 2025 at 3:35 PM
On Aug. 25, MPPs from the Ontario NDP toured the
Nuclear Waste Management Organization's Demonstration and Discovery Centre. Those on the tour learned about the incredible work that Society members do to ensure that nuclear waste is managed safely. Thanks for joining us!
Nuclear Waste Management Organization's Demonstration and Discovery Centre. Those on the tour learned about the incredible work that Society members do to ensure that nuclear waste is managed safely. Thanks for joining us!
Yesterday, I was very proud to participate in the announcement of a $35m federal government investment to support the installation of a second medical isotope production system (IPS) at Bruce Power’s CANDU Unit 6 reactor. Medical isotopes save lives! - Society President Rebecca Caron
August 20, 2025 at 4:46 PM
Yesterday, I was very proud to participate in the announcement of a $35m federal government investment to support the installation of a second medical isotope production system (IPS) at Bruce Power’s CANDU Unit 6 reactor. Medical isotopes save lives! - Society President Rebecca Caron
From Pres. Rebecca Caron: I had the privilege of joining flight attendants on the picket line at Pearson Airport last night, and I am inspired by their courage and resolve. To CUPE flight attendants: The labour movement is behind you. An attack on one is an attack on us all.
August 18, 2025 at 8:16 PM
From Pres. Rebecca Caron: I had the privilege of joining flight attendants on the picket line at Pearson Airport last night, and I am inspired by their courage and resolve. To CUPE flight attendants: The labour movement is behind you. An attack on one is an attack on us all.
Check out this community screening of A Time To Rise, a powerful documentary about immigrant farmworkers in Canada organizing for justice in 1980. Followed by panel discussion. This Friday from 6pm-8pm at USW Hall, 1158 Aerowood Drive, Mississauga. Register here: www.eventbrite.ca/e/film-scree...
July 16, 2025 at 9:52 PM
Check out this community screening of A Time To Rise, a powerful documentary about immigrant farmworkers in Canada organizing for justice in 1980. Followed by panel discussion. This Friday from 6pm-8pm at USW Hall, 1158 Aerowood Drive, Mississauga. Register here: www.eventbrite.ca/e/film-scree...
Get out your drivers! The Society is excited to announce that we're hosting a charity golf tournament to raise funds for the @cancersociety.bsky.social. If you're a Society member - keep an eye out for registration information in the upcoming weeks. Until then, save the date!
July 10, 2025 at 2:53 PM
Get out your drivers! The Society is excited to announce that we're hosting a charity golf tournament to raise funds for the @cancersociety.bsky.social. If you're a Society member - keep an eye out for registration information in the upcoming weeks. Until then, save the date!
On Friday, The Society visited CUPE 5525 on the picket line. We stand in #solidarity with care workers fighting for their first contract. We are united with you against concessions. We support your right to paid sick days, fair scheduling, and health benefits. We are with you in this fight!
July 8, 2025 at 4:13 PM
On Friday, The Society visited CUPE 5525 on the picket line. We stand in #solidarity with care workers fighting for their first contract. We are united with you against concessions. We support your right to paid sick days, fair scheduling, and health benefits. We are with you in this fight!
When 170 Society members showed up to the picket line of striking WSIB workers, CBC Toronto took notice. The Society is in #solidarity with @oceu1750.bsky.social members fighting for a fair contract, as the WSIB hands out billions of dollars in rebates to employers.
June 10, 2025 at 4:41 PM
When 170 Society members showed up to the picket line of striking WSIB workers, CBC Toronto took notice. The Society is in #solidarity with @oceu1750.bsky.social members fighting for a fair contract, as the WSIB hands out billions of dollars in rebates to employers.
Today, Society members from Hydro One joined a solidarity rally in support of striking WSIB workers. We are calling on the Ford government and the WSIB to deliver fair wages, an end to U.S. outsourcing, and improvements to workplace health and safety. #solidarity with @oceu1750.bsky.social
June 9, 2025 at 8:04 PM
Today, Society members from Hydro One joined a solidarity rally in support of striking WSIB workers. We are calling on the Ford government and the WSIB to deliver fair wages, an end to U.S. outsourcing, and improvements to workplace health and safety. #solidarity with @oceu1750.bsky.social
June is National Indigenous History Month. This is an opportunity for us to reaffirm our commitment to supporting Indigenous self-determination and sovereignty. And we celebrate the vibrant and resilient heritage of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples.
June 6, 2025 at 9:35 PM
June is National Indigenous History Month. This is an opportunity for us to reaffirm our commitment to supporting Indigenous self-determination and sovereignty. And we celebrate the vibrant and resilient heritage of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples.
Today we heard remarks from the US Ambassador to Canada, the Honorable Pete Hoekstra, at an event hosting by the Empire Club of Canada. We're keeping our finger on the pulse as developments unfold in Canada-U.S. relations.
June 4, 2025 at 8:24 PM
Today we heard remarks from the US Ambassador to Canada, the Honorable Pete Hoekstra, at an event hosting by the Empire Club of Canada. We're keeping our finger on the pulse as developments unfold in Canada-U.S. relations.
On Friday, June 20, we have an opportunity to come together and demand action for those who've been under attack - 2SLGBTQ+ people, immigrants and refugees, women, Indigenous peoples, and Black and racialized community members. Let's show up in full force. With @oflabour.bsky.social
May 13, 2025 at 4:24 PM
On Friday, June 20, we have an opportunity to come together and demand action for those who've been under attack - 2SLGBTQ+ people, immigrants and refugees, women, Indigenous peoples, and Black and racialized community members. Let's show up in full force. With @oflabour.bsky.social
Today we joined the provincial government as they announced its approval of the OPG's plan to start construction on the first of four small modular reactors in Darlington. The SMRs are critical to meeting Ontario's predicted electricity needs.
May 8, 2025 at 8:23 PM
Today we joined the provincial government as they announced its approval of the OPG's plan to start construction on the first of four small modular reactors in Darlington. The SMRs are critical to meeting Ontario's predicted electricity needs.
Last week, Society President Rebecca Caron, NWMO Local Vice President Mike Borrelli, External Relations Officer Mike Belmore, and NWMO Unit Director Issac Warner travelled to Ignace, ON to meet with members and engage with local stakeholders from Ignace and Dryden. Amazing trip!
May 1, 2025 at 10:04 PM
Last week, Society President Rebecca Caron, NWMO Local Vice President Mike Borrelli, External Relations Officer Mike Belmore, and NWMO Unit Director Issac Warner travelled to Ignace, ON to meet with members and engage with local stakeholders from Ignace and Dryden. Amazing trip!
Today, Society President Rebecca Caron was sworn in as the @ifpte.bsky.social Canada Area Vice-President. Congratulations Rebecca!
May 1, 2025 at 4:42 PM
Today, Society President Rebecca Caron was sworn in as the @ifpte.bsky.social Canada Area Vice-President. Congratulations Rebecca!