June 29, 2018

Protecting Canadian IAM members in Trade Dispute
News Releases

Friday June 29, 2018 For immediate release Toronto, ON – The federal government today announced sweeping tariffs in response to those levied by Donald Trump and the American government on Canadian steel and aluminium products. Foreign Affairs Minister Chrystia Freeland not only announced tariffs, but also financial support for Canadian workers and industries affected by the dispute. The IAM Canadian Office is keeping a close eye on the trade disputes

Strategic organizing works!
Machinists' News

Vancouver, BC – The proof is in the pudding so the saying goes and IAM Canadian General Vice President Stan Pickthall was proudly dishing out congratulations to national, district and local IAM organizers for bringing more than 3,200 new members into the union since January 1st. Speaking to delegates at the recent Canadian staff conference in Vancouver, Pickthall said the 10 per cent growth in Canadian membership is a direct

Martinez pledges IAM support to Canada – opposes trade tariffs
Machinists' News

Vancouver, BC – IAM International President Bob Martinez told delegates to the IAM Canadian staff conference that the biggest threat to working people is Donald Trump himself. “We are not interested in lip service from this president or anybody else, we want real change,” he said. “No more outsourcing of Canadian work to Mexico or China or any other country that does not enforce fundamental human rights, like the right

Machinists ratify new deal with Wheaton Chevrolet
News Releases

Friday June 29, 2018 For Immediate Release   Victoria, BC – Members of IAM Local Lodge 456 have ratified a new collective agreement with Wheaton Chevrolet. The three-year agreement provides wage increases of 3 per cent in each year. Other agreement high lights include: Safety boot allowance increased to $150.00 Changes to contract language Employer will pay half of the cost of hepatitis shots for members who work on ambulances