Courage and Solidarity: Celebrating the Power of Women
During Women’s History Month, IFPTE honours the women whose leadership and solidarity continue to strengthen our union across Canada and the United States. As a part of Women’s History Month, two of IFPTE’s leaders in their respective Locals will be profiled by the AFL-CIO: Tracy Miller on March 23 (SUP/IFPTE Local 160) and Shaunna Winton on March 19 (SPEEA/IFPTE Local 2001). Let’s all honor our Sisters as well as other Union Sisters by viewing a profile each day of the month! If you would like to read the full story go to IFPTE.ORG
IFPTE Locals, International Meet with New Jersey AFL-CIO Leaders
Led by IFPTE Atlantic Area Vice Presidents, Sean McBride (Local 196 president) and Steve Pinto (Local 195 president), leaders from Locals 194, 195 and 196, along with international President, Matt Biggs and Secretary-Treasurer, Gay Henson, met this week in Trenton, New Jersey, with New Jersey AFL-CIO President, Charlie Wowkanech and Secretary-Treasurer, Laurel Brennan. The meeting was set to review and strategize about the policy and organizing priorities of IFPTE represented members throughout the State, as well as IFPTE’s involvement in the State Federation’s highly effective legislative and grassroots mobilization programs. If you would like to read the full story go to IFPTE.ORG
SUP/IFPTE 160 Attends Lunar New Year Celebration
Members of the Society of United Professionals/IFPTE Local 160 were proud to attend the Toronto & York Region Labour Council’s Lunar New Year Banquet on March 6, hosted by the Chinese Workers Network. The evening brought together members from unions across the labour movement to celebrate Lunar New Year with vibrant cultural performances and remarks from distinguished guests, including Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow. If you would like to read the full story go to IFPTE.ORG
LABOUR NEWS
Manitoba Requires Employers to Provide No Cost Menstrual Products to Workers
Earlier this week, Manitoba became the first Canadian province to require employers to make menstrual products available to workers at no cost while on the job. The amendments to the Workplace Safety and Health Regulations apply to all provincially regulated employers – covering about 90% of Manitoba’s workforce, including members of WAPSO/IFPTE Local 162 – and will come into effect in early August 2026. If you would like to read the full story go to IFPTE.ORG
Canadian Government Creates Tripartite Advisory Council on Labour Policy
The Government of Canada has announced the creation of a new Tripartite Advisory Council to provide advice on federal labour policy and emerging workplace issues. The council brings together representatives from labour organizations, employers, and government to provide ongoing input on workplace matters affecting federally regulated sectors and employees, which include members of the Society of United Professionals/IFPTE Local 160 and TEAM/IFPTE Local 161. If you would like to read the full story go to IFPTE.ORG
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IFPTE 62nd Convention
Toronto, ON, CanadaJuly 19-22, 2027
IFPTE Local 400 