"I am very grateful to my union for protecting my rights as a No Frills employee. Upon starting my university studies in 2014, I applied for the UFCW Local 1000A scholarship... Since the union’s scholarship helped reduce the high cost of university, the union has made a positive impact in my life." – Connor Hartson, Gord and Kim's No Frills in Kingston
On April 28, your union will join labour and community allies in coming together to mark the National Day of Mourning. This event is about remembering workers killed, injured or made ill on the job and resolving to prevent future tragedies.
The Day of Mourning is an annual tradition that was started by the Canadian Labour Congress in 1984.
UFCW 1006A donated $20,006 for the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada.
Negotiation talks between the company and your union negotiating committee representing 12,000 No Frills workers have broken off early, following two days of meetings from June 15 to 16.
UFCW Canada led a special reconciliation-focused event ahead of National Indigenous Peoples Day.
After two years hiatus due to COVID-19, Pride Toronto is back in-person and your union will be participating in the festivities (Street Fair and Pride Parade) once again.
Wage increases and improved sick leave were among the key gains achieved in a new contract ratified by UFCW 1006A members at Compass (Maple Leaf Lounges–Toronto Pearson International Airport).
The Ontario election has come to a close, with Premier Doug Ford retaining power.
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