The Manitoba Federation of Labour is deeply concerned about the Pallister government’s new budget. In the election, Premier Pallister promised to protect front-line services and respect the people who deliver them. Today’s budget breaks that promise, with serious cuts to public services that families count on every day. The Pallister government is moving forward with […]
Canada’s unions celebrate federal asbestos ban
The Canadian Labour Congress is celebrating today’s announcement that the federal government is banning the manufacture, import, export and use of asbestos. “We can all breathe easier,” said CLC president Hassan Yussuff. “This is good public health policy that will, without question, save lives for generations to come.” “Canada’s unions, along with survivors and health […]
Machinists Union ratifies new agreement with Medivan
Medivan Transportation provides 24/7 non-emergency transportation for health care system clients. The stretcher service ratified a new agreement on November 23, 2016, collectively bargained by Local 2247. The District Executive Board and the Negotiating Committee would like to thank all members who took the time to participate in this important process.
Aircraft maintenance mechanics ratify new contract with Keewatin Air
Aircraft Maintenance Mechanics represented by Local 2247 ratified a new agreement with Keewatin Air on October 22, 2016. The District Executive Board and the Negotiating Committee would like to thank all members who took the time to participate in this important process.
IAM Local 741 ratifies new contract with Magellan Aerospace
Magellan Aerospace (IAMAW Local 608) members ratified a new collectively bargained agreement on October 4, 2016. The District Executive Board and the Negotiating Committee would like to thank all members who took the time to participate in this important process.
Manitoba Machinists join Winnipeg’s Labour Day rally, march and community barbecue
The Machinists Union of Manitoba celebrated this year’s Labour Day with the annual march, organized by the Winnipeg Labour Council and Manitoba Federation of Labour. After a loud and spirited march from Memorial Park to Central Park, union volunteers provided free hot dogs to community members at our Labour Day BBQ.
Al Cerilli MFL Scholarship: June deadline
The Al Cerilli Manitoba Federation of Labour Scholarship is a $500 award presented annually by the MFL Young Members Committee to a member of an MFL affiliated union enrolled in a continuing education or post-secondary program. In selecting each year’s recipient, the MFL Young Members Committee looks for the applicant demonstrating the most significant record […]
Winnipeg May Day march 2016
Winnipeg’s Labour Movement displayed strength in numbers at Winnipeg Labour Council’s annual May Day march this afternoon. Families, union members and rights activists marched in solidarity from City Hall to Market Square with a united message: Protect the Natural and Human Environments! Be sure to check out the May Works Program for the full […]
IAM activists to meet with federal labour minister
IAM representatives will be meeting with Federal Employment, Workforce Development and Labour Minister Maryann Mihychuk on April 18 to discuss workers’ rights and benefits. Local reps will be visiting the minister’s constituency office in Winnipeg. For more information, or to join, contact Glenn Tomchak at (204) 979-1665 or Tony Didoshak (204) 771-9989.
District members receive stewardship and collective bargaining training
Members of IAM District Lodge 181 participated in a 3-day skills training workshop. Sister Heather Kelly provided a 2-day course on collective bargaining, as well as a full day of training for new shop stewards.
