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IAM Canada – Keeping Up with the IAM Union: A busy start to the year!

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It’s been a busy start to the year for the IAM Union, with our General Vice-President of Canada (GVP) David Chartrand hitting the ground running.

From meeting with Executive members in Local 2323, Local 2413, Local 1295, and Local 235, along with the Chief of Staff Ralph Martin and Confidential Secretary Magaly Fadel, to planning even more visits to engage with members of all locals across Canada, this year is all about connection, collaboration, and driving our shared vision forward.

Since his first nomination, GVP David Chartrand has been committed to meeting and listening to every local, understanding their unique needs, and ensuring we are all working toward a stronger future. Unfortunately, the pandemic slowed these efforts, but now nothing can stand in our way.

We are here to stand strong for workers, especially in these challenging times that are affecting workers everywhere. That’s why we’re not only connecting with locals but also engaging with the Prime Minister at key events like the Canada-US Economic Summit and traveling to Washington for critical discussions with the Premiers. Our commitment to driving positive change remains firm, and we will keep pushing forward on all fronts.

The IAM Union is more energized than ever, and with more local visits and initiatives on the horizon, we are shaping a brighter future for all our members.

Together, we will keep pushing boundaries and setting the vision for success to give workers what they deserve.

AIM Canada – Un début d’année bien rempli pour le syndicat de l’IAM

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Notre Vice-président général du Canada (VPG), David Chartrand a fait plusieurs rencontres avec les membres de la direction des Sections locales 2323, 2413, 1295 et 235, accompagné du chef du personnel Ralph Martin et de la secrétaire confidentielle Magaly Fadel. De nombreuses autres visites sont également prévues pour échanger avec les membres de toutes les sections locales à travers le Canada. Cette année, nous mettons l’accent sur la création de liens, la collaboration et la réalisation de notre vision partagée.

Depuis sa première nomination, le VPG David Chartrand s’engage à rencontrer et écouter chaque section locale, comprendre leurs besoins spécifiques et veiller à ce que nous travaillions tous ensemble pour un avenir plus solide. Malheureusement, la pandémie a ralenti ces efforts, mais désormais rien ne pourra nous arrêter.

Nous sommes là pour défendre les travailleurs et travailleuses, surtout en ces temps difficiles. C’est pourquoi nous ne nous contentons pas de nous connecter avec les sections locales, mais aussi de nous engager avec le Premier ministre lors d’événements clés comme le Sommet économique Canada-États-Unis et de nous rendre à Washington pour des discussions cruciales avec les Premiers ministres. Notre engagement pour un changement positif reste ferme, et nous continuerons à avancer sur tous les fronts.

Le syndicat de l’IAM est plus énergique que jamais, et avec plus de visites locales et d’initiatives à l’horizon, nous forgeons un avenir plus brillant pour tous nos membres.

Ensemble, nous continuerons à pousser les limites et à définir la vision du succès pour offrir aux travailleurs et travailleuses ce qu’ils méritent.

Transportation District 140 – Solidarity and Unity at MTU Facility

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On Thursday, February 13th, 2025, a handout of solidarity posters and pins took place at the MTU facility to congratulate the members on their strong strike vote mandate from the day prior and celebrate their unity. Members of the bargaining committee, Local 764, District 140 of the IAM, and representation from the IAM International were present and were warmly welcomed by a supportive membership.

Brother Dave Flowers, President and Directing General Chairperson (PDGC) for District 140, and Tania Canniff, General Chairperson for District 140, were there to show their support. The event also included Christy Slauenwhite, Recording Secretary for Local 764, David Marshall, Secretary-Treasurer for Local 764, and Chris Cheung, Health and Safety Coordinator for District 140 and President of Local 764. Steve Prinz, IAM Canadian Representative from the International, also joined to show solidarity.

The overwhelming mandate shows management that the skilled membership at MTU stands united in their pursuit to get the fair contract they deserve and are prepared to do whatever it takes to achieve it.