UFCW Canada

05/28/2026

Agents of Change. Voices of Power.

Hundreds of UFCW activists gathered in Montreal for the 16th Biennial Women’s Network Convention to build leadership skills, share experiences, and strengthen solidarity through workshops, panels, and powerful conversations on equity, safety, organizing, and women’s leadership.

From mentorship and public speaking to pay equity and ending gender-based violence, this convention highlighted the power of women leading change in our union and our communities.

Read more about the convention and the voices shaping the future of our movement: https://l.ufcw.ca/womensnetwork26

UFCW Women's Network

05/26/2026

Congratulations to our friends at The Moccasin Identifier Initiative on the unveiling of the Nahneebahquay installation.

This powerful and meaningful tribute honours Nahneebahquay’s enduring legacy while reminding us of the importance of recognizing Indigenous history, truth, and whose land we are on. Thank you to everyone who helped bring this installation to life and to all who gathered to celebrate this special moment.

We are filled with gratitude after the unveiling of the Nahneebahquay installation. Thank you to everyone who came out to witness and celebrate this special moment with us.

This installation has been a long time in the works, and it meant so much to have Elders, dignitaries, MI partners, community members, and descendants of Nahnee gathered together in honour of her legacy. We are especially grateful to Carolyn King, founder of Moccasin Identifier, whose vision for MI was inspired by Nahnee, her strength, and her enduring reminder of the importance of knowing whose land we are on.

Thank you to everyone who helped bring this installation to life and to all who joined us for such a meaningful day. More photos and videos from the unveiling will be shared in the coming weeks.

Chi Miigwech 💙

05/25/2026

UFCW Canada is joining trade unionists around the world in welcoming a landmark ruling from the International Court of Justice affirming that the right to strike is protected under international law.

The Court’s opinion confirms that workers’ rights to organize, take collective action, and withdraw their labour are fundamental freedoms protected under ILO Convention No. 87 on Freedom of Association and Protection of the Right to Organize.

This historic decision represents a major victory for workers and unions globally, especially at a time when collective bargaining rights and trade union freedoms continue to face challenges in many countries.

Read more here: https://l.ufcw.ca/righttostrike

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05/22/2026

The final day of the UFCW Women’s Network 16th Biennial Convention wrapped up in Montreal with powerful conversations, new connections, and a renewed commitment to building stronger workplaces and stronger communities.

Over two inspiring days, UFCW members from across Canada and the United States came together as Agents of Change and Voices of Power — sharing experiences, uplifting one another, and strengthening the solidarity that drives our union forward.

Thank you to everyone who helped make this convention such a success. Together, we continue to lead, organize, and create change.

UFCW Women's Network

05/21/2026

05/20/2026

Day 1 of the UFCW Women’s Network 16th Biennial Convention is underway in Montreal ✨

From across Canada and the United States, UFCW members have come together under this year’s theme — Agents of Change, Voices of Power — to connect, organize, and strengthen the voices of women across our union.

UFCW Women's Network

05/15/2026

Day 4 and the final day of convention ended with a historic moment for Canada’s labour movement. ✊

Workers from across the country acclaimed the Team Unite slate to leadership at the Canadian Labour Congress:

• Bea Bruske — President
• Lily Chang — Secretary-Treasurer
• Siobhán Vipond — Executive Vice-President
• Marc-Edouard Joubert — Executive Vice-President

Throughout this week, UFCW Canada delegates stood alongside workers from every corner of the country, debated and passed important resolutions, and helped shape the future of Canada’s labour movement.

05/14/2026

05/14/2026

Day 3 at the 31st Constitutional Convention of the Canadian Labour Congress continued with strong debates, important resolutions, and solidarity from workers across Canada. ✊

UFCW Canada delegates were proud to take part in discussions shaping the future of the labour movement and advancing priorities that matter to working people.

As convention continues in Winnipeg, the energy and unity on the convention floor remain stronger than ever.

Swipe through for highlights from Day 3! 📸