Unifor called on the federal government to implement three policy pillars to protect workers and increase Canada’s economic resilience: “Buy Canadian” and “Sell Here, Build Here”: Companies that sell in Canada must build in Canada. Worker-Centered Industrial Strategies: Develop coherent, sector-specific strategies with clear targets to reinforce Canada’s industrial base. Promote Good, Union Jobs: Ensure public dollars only go … Read more
Unifor is encouraged by new federal government support measures for the forestry and steel industries, both of which have been hard-hit by the ongoing U.S. trade war. “Our forestry and steel communities have been pushed to the brink by the trade war. These new measures are a welcome step, but they must translate into immediate … Read more
As the federal government prepares to table Budget 2025, Unifor is reiterating the critical need for government priorities to reflect a comprehensive, forward-looking industrial strategy. Unifor says that bold government action is imperative to safeguard Canadian jobs, build economic resilience, and defend Canada against aggressive U.S. trade threats. “This budget must be a strategic blueprint for a … Read more
U.S. President Donald Trump‘s abrupt termination of trade negotiations with Canada is the latest excuse to drag out talks while the U.S. continues to siphon off investment and good jobs out of Canada. “From the start Trump’s intention has been to destroy our industrial base and bully Canada into economic subservience,” said Unifor national president Lana Payne. “The … Read more
Canadians overwhelmingly support the protection of Canadian auto jobs and other key industrial sectors, according to a new Pollara survey. The nationwide poll shows three-in-four (74 per cent) believe if the Canadian auto sector collapsed, it would have a “devastating” impact on the Canadian economy. Importantly, 70 per cent feel Canada should not sacrifice the auto … Read more
Unifor is calling for immediate action from all levels of government following today’s announcement that Interfor is shutting down its Ear Falls, Ont., sawmill indefinitely. “We’re well beyond warning signs in the forestry sector and are now seeing widespread job loss in response to the economic warfare waged by the United States,” said Unifor national president … Read more
Unifor is urging the federal government to provide funding and support to Kap Paper in Kapuskasing, Ont., to prevent a permanent curtailment that will lead to widespread job loss across Northeastern Ontario. “The Kap Paper mill has received provincial support in recent years and had expected similar strategic funding from the federal government but nothing has … Read more
Unifor is urging the federal government to maintain its 100 per cent surtax on electric vehicles imported from China, warning that lifting the measure would deal a devastating blow to Canada’s auto industry at a time of unprecedented crisis. “Canada’s auto industry is facing an existential crisis, with U.S. tariffs threatening current and future product investments, including electric vehicles,” said … Read more
Unifor’s Media Action Plan launched its hard-hitting Fact Checked campaign with social media, TV and newspaper spots to bring attention to the fight against misinformation. “The Canadian news media remains under attack, and all of us are bearing the brunt of this upheaval. When journalists are silenced, truth is silenced, and when trust in media is … Read more
The federal government’s decision to introduce biofuel production incentives is a significant step toward revitalizing the domestic energy sector and securing Canadian jobs, says Unifor. “Canada’s energy security must remain a top priority,” said Unifor national president Lana Payne. “By strengthening the biodiesel and renewable diesel markets, we have an opportunity to create good jobs and strengthen the Canadian … Read more