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USW Local 2010

United Steelworkers Local 2010 proudly represents Academic Assistants, Support Staff, and Residence Dons at Queen’s University.

Local 2010: Support Staff
Local 2010-01: Academic Assistants
Local 2010-02: Residence Dons

08/25/2026

Join the Education Committee 📚for our next Eat & Educate session: ✨Bargaining 101 ✨

We want every Steelworker to have a basic understanding of how bargaining works and how members have a voice in the process. 💬

Regardless of which bargaining unit you belong too, the process is the same. Join the Education Committee to learn more about collective bargaining, the role of the Union and its members, and the processes that govern your voice at the bargaining table with the Employer.

Lunch orders are due by August 28 - check your email for the link!

08/19/2026

✨ Executive Spotlight ✨

Jackson Matthew is one of the newer members of your Executive Board, having recently joined after a position became vacant mid-way through its term. He currently serves as one of your Union's three Trustees alongside Julia Savage and Cheryl Power. These three Trustees are responsible for auditing your Union's financial records and meeting minutes to ensure they are complete and accurate.

How to reach Jackson: [email protected]

Thank you, Jackson! 👏

08/17/2026

AI Advisory Committee!

The USW National Policy Conference is coming up early in 2027. As part of the conference, USW locals from across Canada will be drafting resolutions to determine our National Union's direction and policies.

A key issue that is increasingly effecting workers, especially in our sector, is the emergence of Large Language Models (LLM) and other AI technology. In order to ensure our Union is appropriately informed about this issue, USW 2010 is creating an AI Advisory Committee to review AI's emerging impact and to draft resolutions to guide Union policy.

If you are interested in becoming part of the AI Advisory Committee, please fill out the survey in the August Newsletter. Committee meetings are expected to begin in mid to late August.

08/10/2026

Join the Joint Health & Safety Committee!

Queen's operates eleven (11) joint health and safety committees across campus. These committees are required by law and composed of equal numbers of workers and managers who work together to address workplace safety.

The committees have recently changed their rules to expand membership. Now, workers are allowed to appoint one alternate member for every worker on the committee. Alternates sit on the committee when the regular member is unable to attend and assist with safety inspections and other supporting duties.

Health and Safety Committee meetings, training, and inspections occur during normal work hours and are paid at your regular rate. Meetings typically occur 4 - 6 times per year, inspections once per month, and training is required every few years.

If you are interested in becoming an alternate for one of the committees, please complete the survey in the August Newsletter! 📬

08/03/2026

Workloads matter — and understanding them is the first step toward creating a healthier workplace. 📚⚖️

Join us for a Workload Eat & Educate to learn more about workload expectations, your rights under the Collective Agreement, and how to identify and address workload concerns.

📅 Thursday, August 13
🕛 12:00pm
📍 Hybrid — Law School Room 1 / MS Teams

We have been seeing record attendance at our Eat & Educate events this year! Let's keep that momentum going - Strong as Steel! 💪

07/27/2026

💸You will notice a pay increase this month (July 2026)!💸

These increases are part of the gains we secured through collective bargaining — check out the Support Staff salary grid on the USW website for more information.

If you have questions about your salary increase start by checking with your Queen's HR representative. If anything is still unclear, contact USW Local 2010 via the Intake Form. 📝

07/13/2026

📍 Know Your Rights: Remote Work Arrangements (RWA)

What does your remote work arrangement look like?

Swipe through to learn:
✔️ What must be included in your RWA
✔️ Your rights and responsibilities while working remotely
✔️ Rules around overtime, vacation, and availability
✔️ How (and when) your RWA can be changed

Knowledge is power. Understanding your rights helps ensure remote work remains fair, transparent, and sustainable for everyone.

Questions about your Remote Work Arrangement? Fill out the Intake Form to connect with a Union Rep. 😍

07/03/2026

⛳️ FORE the Workers Golf Tournament ⛳️
📅 August 22

Grab your coworkers and sign up as a TEAM! or bring a guest! 🏌️‍♀️

Never golfed before? Don’t worry! I personally promise to "win" the highest score so you don’t have to. 💅⛳️ All skill levels welcome!

✨ USW Local 2010 members golf + eat for FREE 🍔
💸 Non-members: only $80 per person
Includes 18 holes of golf and golf cart rental.

Please register by July 22 - link to register in bio!

Door prizes, USW swag, delicious food, and a fantastic day!

Support of childcare is available through the USW Family and Community Education Fund. Check your email for details!

06/29/2026

Remote work is here to stay — but so is your right to work-life balance. ⚖️💻

Join us to learn about the Remote Work provisions in your Collective Agreement, including your rights, responsibilities, and protections around balancing work and home life.

📅 Tuesday, July 7, 2026
🕛 12:00 PM
📍 Hybrid — Law School Room 1 / MS Teams

Register now!
🥪 Lunch order form deadline: June 30, 2026

🔗Link to register in your email!

06/26/2026

✨Executive Spotlight! ✨

Sam Samson currently holds the position of Guide on your Executive Board and is a currently serving as a Union Representative. Having worked in the Local office for three (3) years, Sam is extremely experienced and adept at responding to member inquiries and helping members in asserting their rights in the workplace.

How to reach Sam: [email protected]

Address

11 Aberdeen Street
Kingston, ON
K7L3N6

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	9am - 4:30pm
Thursday	9am - 4:30pm
Friday	9am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+16135332693

Website

https://usw2010.ca/

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