Union News

Health authorities across Canada and the world point to physical distancing as one of the key measures necessary to reduce the transmission of COVID-19.

With your help, let’s make sure that health, safety and fairness are top priorities today and everyday in the future. Please join our pledge to pay it forward to our shared community.

Protective shields will go a long way to reducing the spread of COVID-19 and protecting transit drivers, who provide essential transportation service to residents of York Region.

UFCW Canada Local 1006A is currently aware of the breakout of positive COVID-19 cases, at the Loblaws store at Dupont and Christie. Several members are at home in isolation.

If you are wondering if you should be wearing one, the answer is ‘yes.’

The Ontario government announced it will be adding grocery, food processing, food manufacturing, and truck drivers (CLASS A and D) to its list of essential workers available for free emergency childcare. 

President Hanley spoke with Matt Galloway on CBC’s radio's The Current on the challenges faced by grocery workers during the pandemic.

On April 28, UFCW Canada Local 1006A will join Canadians from coast to coast in remembering those who lost their lives or suffered injury or illness due to their work.

As COVID-19 continues to spread, workers are increasingly wearing gloves to protect against any transmission.