This June, UFCW 1006A celebrates National Indigenous History Month, by honouring Canada’s First Nations, Inuit and Metis communities and by affirming our commitment to stand with them in the challenges and struggles they face.
"I believe that mental health is very important in our daily interactions, healthier life expectancy and accomplishing personal goals. I would love to see more resources to ensure mental health is a priority and accessible for everyone." – Valrie
"People are not making enough to survive in the housing market. You would have to save an average 10 years for you to put a down payment of 20 per cent to purchase your home." – Natasha
On June 1, UFCW 1006A will join workers, labour and community allies in observing Injured Workers Day.
Every April 28, 1006A encourages our members to reflect on the National Day of Mourning and remember the thousands of workers killed, injured or made ill at work.
Save the Date: March with your union for equality, fairness and human rights at Pride this summer.
1006A steward Matthew Cascagnette stepped up to help when he learned an elderly member wasn’t getting properly paid for his breaks.
UFCW 1006A stewards are stepping up to become mental health advocates with our local union. The training is now open to all members of 1006A.
UFCW 1006A members working as security guards at Chatham-Kent Health Alliance have ratified a new union contract.
Unionized security guards’ rights are under attack, as non-union security agencies increasingly win contract bids for worksites from unionized employers who then refuse to recognize existing union contracts.
As a server at Swiss Chalet, Sabine Jozsa experienced the power of the union in creating a fair workplace.
Every April 28, 1006A encourages our members to reflect on the National Day of Mourning and remember the thousands of workers killed, injured or made ill at work.
All workers deserve to be treated with respect and dignity at work.