Workers Rights

Every worker has the legal right to be represented by a union.


When employees band together and vote to become part of a union, they use their collective strength to ensure that they are treated and paid fairly by their employer, and that their worksite will be a safe one.


The principle is simple – together, employees are stronger than they are as individuals.


If you and your fellow employees are not represented, or if you are represented by an alternative labour organization, we encourage you to talk with our organizers.


They’re used to helping workers organize. And they understand how sensitive this subject can be. We promise they’ll honour your need for privacy.


Take a positive step toward


If you’re currently working with a company whose employees are represented by another labour organization, you’re more than welcome to join us.

You won’t regret your decision.

In our union, you carry plenty of weight as an individual member. Among other things, you actually get a vote in whether or not a contract should be ratified.

As a member of the United Association you’re encouraged to attend union meetings, speak up and contribute to our decisions.

And you’re likely to find there are significant pay and benefits advantages to being a union member.

We have good relationships with our employers. They know we are fair, but they also know we can be very firm when we assertively protect the interests and the rights of our members. Our employers have learned to respect us.

When the time comes for us to stand up to your employer on your behalf, that’s when you’ll really see the difference between us and the other guys!

The other BIG difference about being in our union is our defined benefit pension plan. Check it out.