IAM Member nominated for award on Airport Workers Day at YYZ
It was a special day for IAM member Obo Hassan, as he was nominated and recognised for his achievements and contributions to the Toronto Pearson Airport (YYZ) community. “Obo Hassan…
Nearly 300 Lion Workers Join the IAM: “The Employer Tried Everything to Prevent This Group of Workers from Joining Our Union”
28 June, 2024 Montreal, QC – Nearly 300 workers at Lion Electric have successfully unionized, despite strong opposition from the employer. The IAM in Canada is pleased to welcome these…
IAM applauds Historic Pharmacare Victory
June, 2024 Yesterday, Bill C-64, An Act Respecting Pharmacare, passed at third reading in the House of Commons. “This is an historic victory for the labour movement,” said IAM Canadian…
IAM Local 1848 members ratify contract with HudBay
June, 2024IAM Local 1848 ratified a new collective agreement late on 14 June, 2024. After months of bargaining, they reached an agreement that was recommended by the committee and accepted…
UNION MEMBERS AND ALLIES MARK INJURED WORKERS’ DAY IN LOCATIONS ACROSS ONTARIO
The Ontario Federation of Labour issued this media release on GlobeNewswire on Saturday, June 1, 2024. TORONTO, June 1, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) – The Ontario Federation of Labour (OFL) was…
New deal for LL2332 members working at Superior Nissan in The Soo
May, 2024 The 20 members of IAM Union Local 2332 working at Superior Nissan in Sault Ste Marie (The Soo), recently voted for a new collective agreement. In addition to…
IAM Canada Announces Ratification of 3-Year CBA with Innotech Aviation Ottawa
23 May, 2024 Ottawa, ON – IAM Canada is pleased to announce the ratification of a new 3-year collective bargaining agreement (CBA) with Innotech Aviation at Ottawa International Airport (YOW).…
Welcome to the new LL905 Website
Hi, I am Kevin Gallant and I am one of the Communicators for LL905. Along with Cindy Smith, we provide information on what’s happening within our local, the committee’s and…
Official Call for the 41st Convention of the Grand Lodge of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers
10 June, 2024 OFFICIAL CIRCULAR NO. 896 ISSUED: February 16, 2024 To the Membership of All Local Lodges of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers GREETINGS In compliance…
Why are unions involved in political action?
There are two parts to the answer. The first part is “by tradition.” The second part is “by necessity!” Tradition Traditionally, unions have been involved in politics for three reasons:…