James R. Hoffa Scholarships DEADLINE: March 1, 2024. The James R. Hoffa Memorial Scholarship Fund was created to help the sons, daughters or financial dependants of eligible Teamster members to…
CN and CPKC Push Toward Work Stoppage, Neglect Serious Negotiation Efforts
Both companies have started the legal process towards a work stoppage. The earliest a strike or lockout can legally occur is now May The post CN and CPKC Push Toward…
Passing of Brother Jonathan Ferris
I was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Brother Jonathan Ferris, who tragically died in a car crash on February 13 at the age of 42, while on…
GO Trains: Alstom Cuts Mental Health Supports, Puts Lives at Risk with New Trauma Policy
Alstom, the company operating Ontario’s GO Train service, issued a new policy late last year effectively prohibiting GO Train workers from exiting a train to assist or provide first aid…
Christmas Message
As we enter the holiday season, I invite you to take a moment to reflect on the events of 2023, a year marked by incredible moments of solidarity and exceptional…
Vancouver Teamsters Rally Support for Off-Dock Truckers Amid Regulatory Challenges
In Greater Vancouver, a contentious standoff between the Office of the British Columbia Container Trucking Commissioner (BCCTC) and unionized trucking companies has sparked heated debates and concerns over the future…
Capture the Magic of the Season with Santa Photo Fundraiser!
‘Tis the season of joy, giving, and the spirit of generosity! We are thrilled to announce a special event that aims to spread cheer while supporting a cause close to…
Picket lines are a pillar of Canadian democracy
This weekend, the Toronto Star published an op-ed by our national president, François Laporte, on the new anti-scab bill before Parliament and the right to strike more generally… The post…
Teamsters Canada Welcomes Introduction of Federal Anti-Scab Legislation
Teamsters Canada, the largest union in the federally regulated private sector, is welcoming the introduction of new a bill aimed at prohibiting the use of replacement workers during strikes at…
New Agreement at VIA Rail
The Teamsters Canada Rail Conference (TCRC) is proud to announce a new three-year agreement with VIA Rail. The post New Agreement at VIA Rail appeared first on Teamsters Canada. Source:…