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Winning for Workers: CLC Election Training 2019

On Saturday, September 7, members from local unions gathered in a Toronto union hall to attend the Canadian Labour Congress' first (of many!) election campaign trainings in preparation for the 2019 Federal Election. The theme: how to participate in an election campaign that wins for workers.

Marcel Malboeuf Scholarship Recipients Announced!

ATU Canada extends our congratulations to the 2019 recipients of the inaugural Marcel Malboeuf scholarship! Today, September 13, would have been Marcel’s birthday. Marcel was a member of Ottawa Local 279, a true unionist, and a friend to all—this award honours his lifelong commitment to the goals of worker democracy, social justice, equality, and peace.

Transport Futures: Federal Election Transportation Debate

The Federal Election cycle is officially on! This week, candidates representing three political parties touted their party's transit vision at the Federal Transportation Debate at the University of Toronto, hosted by Transport Future.

At Convention, ATU Offers Vision for 21st Century Transit and a Just Economy

Delegates elect International President John Costa, back Medicare for All, address automation, and vow to fight transit privatization!

Training as Transformation: President Di Nino's Story

When he started as a TTC subway cleaner in 1986, John Di Nino could have never anticipated that he would one day be elected to the position of ATU Canada President. In his early days on the job, John was approached by a union steward. He was explained the role of the union and encouraged to get involved.
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