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IAM members working in Ground Operations at Wasaya Airways in Thunder Bay have ratified a new three-year collective agreement that brings important gains and protections. The new deal introduces a new pay scale with Consumer Price Index (CPI) protection, ensuring members’ wages keep pace with inflation. Members will receive a 3–5% increase on ratification, followed by 1.5–3% annual increases in Years 2 and 3, depending on the Ontario CPI rate.

Local 692 held its first annual car show to raise funds for the Guide Dogs of America | Tender Loving Canines Canada (GDA/TLC). The event proved to be a great success, attracting an impressive 108 cars and raising $10,000 in support of the cause. Local 692 President Pete Konrad and Secretary-Treasurer Stacey Adams organized the event with strong support from volunteers at Local 692 and Finning, whose commitment and teamwork

IAM members at Bellwood Health Service have successfully ratified a new collective bargaining agreement (CBA) that brings significant improvements to their workplace. Negotiations were led by Sharon Vong and Rachael Edge from the Negotiating Committee, with support from IAM District 78 Business Representative Ben Osakue. The agreement delivers higher wages and increased shift premiums, aligning full-time hours with an eight-hour workday that includes paid breaks. Members will also benefit from

IAM District 11 was present this week at the National Education Fair, held at the Palais des congrès in Montréal. Our team: Éric Gagné, Ron Trottier, and Martin Vanier, met with hundreds of students eager to learn about the many career paths and opportunities for union involvement. Throughout the event, our representatives took the time to engage with young people about the vital role unions play in protecting workers’ rights,

September 5, 2025, marks an important milestone for the members of Local 1758 working at Abipa Canada Inc.Gathered in a meeting in Blainville, the members approved the renewal of their collective agreement with an 87% acceptance rate. The three-and-a-half-year agreement concludes the negotiation process that began in February 2025. Significant Gains for Members The new collective agreement brings several substantial improvements to employees’ working conditions. At the heart of these

From October 8 to 10, 2025, a training session on collective bargaining was held, organized by the Quebec Machinists Council (QMC). The session was delivered by IAM District 11 representatives, Alessandro Bernardelli and Christian Bilodeau, and brought together members from Locals 712, 1660, 1751, 2301, and 2309. Negotiating a collective agreement is an important part of a union representative’s role. Crafting an agreement that reflects the needs of fellow workers

The organizing committee of IAM District 11 took part in the “Salon de l’emploi et de la formation continue” held on October 8 and 9, 2025, at the Palais des congrès in Montreal. The team, made up of Éric Gagné, Ron Trottier, and Martin Vanier, met with thousands of visitors who came to learn about career opportunities and ways to improve their working conditions. Over 10,000 people attended the two-day

The golf tournament, held on September 13 at Le Diamant Golf Club, brought together 120 golfers among the active and retired members of Local 712. The event raised a total of $20,875 for Le Portage, an organization that supports individuals struggling with addiction. On October 2, representatives from Local 712 visited Le Portage’s facilities to present the donation. Christian Bertrand, President of Local 712, thanked the organizing committee for their

The IAM Human Rights Conference in Atlanta was a powerful event centered on equity, inclusion, and breaking down barriers in workplaces and communities. Union members from across North America gathered to reaffirm the IAM’s leadership in the human rights movement. Day 1 featured an opening performance reenacting the Washerwoman Strike of 1881, speeches from IAM leaders including International President Brian Bryant and General Secretary-Treasurer Dora Cervantes, and a panel on

IAM International Representative Gary Hynes has announced his retirement after 49 years of membership with the IAM Union. Gary began his journey with the IAM in 1976 as a member of Local 1922. Over the decades, he went on to hold many leadership roles, including serving as Directing Business Representative (DBR) of District 78, before being appointed as an International Representative. His dedication, experience, and steady leadership have left a