"They went on television claiming to say we are essential, we are needed— and yet to pay us in a way that we could actually afford to live in this city, well that’s an offer they (Ford government) would only dangle around at elections." – Latoya
"I believe that paid sick days and paid time off should be legislated to take care of workers' physical and mental health, and to prevent worker burnout." – Sabrina
Ahead of the June 2 provincial election, 1006A is featuring our members' thoughts on the issues that are important to them and their families. Member Graeme speaks out.
"The issue I’m most focusing on for this election is, at the end of the day, the cost of housing, and it ties in directly to the continued placement of profit over people." – Greta Whipple.
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.