Weekly Union Recap July 31, 2026
The IFPTE Weekly Recap will be on hiatus for the month of August and will return after Labour Day on Friday, September 11. Matt Biggs Talks Federal Union Rights, Organizing, Save Act on America’s Workforce Union Podcast President Biggs talked this week with radio legend and host of America’s Workforce Union Podcast, Ed ‘Flash’ Ferenc, about…
Weekly Union Recap July 24, 2026
IFPTE Condemns Latest Round of Canadian Tariffs, Failure to Assist in Wildfire Relief Efforts Following President Trump’s comments regarding penalizing Canada in relation to the wildfires in the Northern Ontario, and the subsequent announcement of tariffs against Canada, IFPTE’s executive officers issued a joint statement condemning the administration’s latest attacks, saying that, “this no way…
Weekly Union Recap July 17, 2026
‘STRENGTH THROUGH SOLIDARITY’Westin Harbour Castle Reservation Portal Now Openfor IFPTE 62nd Convention We’re approximately one year out from the opening of IFPTE’s 62nd Convention being held at the Westin Harbour Castle in Toronto, Ontario, CA, July 19-22, 2027. As we prepare for the event, we want to allow ample time for Convention attendees to reserve…
Weekly Union Recap July 2, 2026
IFPTE Honours Canada Day on July 1st and Independence Day on July 4th, and offer our best wishes to our members, their families, and all working families across the United States and Canada! We stand strong together in Solidarity! IFPTE Local 8A Successfully Organizes NOAA Fisheries Workers Local 8A President, Nick Tolimieri, commented on the…
Weekly Union Recap June 26, 2026
During the month of June, IFPTE celebrates PRIDE Month. We honour our Union Sisters and Brothers whose leadership and solidarity continue to strengthen the labor movement across Canada and the United States. As part of PRIDE Month, the AFL-CIO is profiling leaders from throughout the labor movement. Let’s honor our Siblings by viewing a profile each day…
Weekly Union Recap June 19, 2026
IFPTE Honors Juneteenth In observance of Juneteenth: On June 19, 1865—over two years after the Emancipation Proclamation—enslaved people in Galveston, Texas, finally received the news of their freedom. Today, IFPTE honors that history in the United States, recognizes the struggles endured, celebrates the triumphs of Black Americans, and reaffirms our ongoing commitment to diversity, equity,…
Weekly Union Recap June 12, 2026
During the month of June, IFPTE celebrates PRIDE Month. We honour our Union Sisters and Brothers whose leadership and solidarity continue to strengthen the labor movement across Canada and the United States. As part of PRIDE Month, the AFL-CIO is profiling leaders from throughout the labor movement. Let’s honor our Siblings by viewing a profile each day…
Weekly Union Recap June 5, 2026
During the month of June, IFPTE celebrates PRIDE Month. We honour our Union Sisters and Brothers whose leadership and solidarity continue to strengthen the labor movement across Canada and the United States. As part of PRIDE Month, a leader from GAO Employees Organization/IFPTE Local 1921, Rah Cantatore, will be profiled by the AFL-CIO on June…
Weekly Union Recap May 22, 2026
‘IFPTE Wishes All of Our Members and Their Families a Safe and Happy Memorial Day Holiday’ ENVEST – IFPTE Partners with TVA, Paradigm in Establishing STEM Apprenticeship Program Led by Secretary-Treasurer Gay Henson, IFPTE made history last Friday by finalizing a first of its kind STEM apprenticeship program. The program is entitled ENVEST Jobs– Empowerment…
Weekly Union Recap May 15, 2026
IFPTE celebrates Asian, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. We honour our Sisters and Brothers whose leadership and solidarity continue to strengthen the labor movement across Canada and the United States. To celebrate, the AFL-CIO is profiling members highlighting their accomplishments in the labor movement. Let’s honor our Siblings by viewing a profile each…
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