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IAM Canada – Working Together for Workers’ Rights
IAM Union representatives recently met with The Honourable John Zerucelli, Secretary of State for Labour, to address a pressing issue affecting airport employees: contract flipping.
The meeting included IAM District 78President Mike Edwards, Directing Business Representative Eric Johnston, and District 140 President & Directing General Chairperson Dave Flowers.
Contract flipping occurs when airport contracts with third-party providers are renewed. When a contractor loses a contract, workers’ negotiated rights can be jeopardized. New employers aren’t obligated to keep existing employees, and even if they do, workers may lose some of the benefits they had under the previous contract.
The IAM Union stressed the importance of protecting workers through successor rights and sufficient notice periods, allowing employees to navigate the uncertainty that comes with changing contractors.
This collaborative effort across districts demonstrates the power of working together to drive meaningful change for workers.
IAM Canada – IAM Canada Supports the “Stay the Course” Campaign for Electric Vehicle Standards
IAM Canada is proud to stand alongside 40 leading business organizations in Canada’s electric vehicle (EV) industry as part of the “Support EVAS” campaign, coordinated by Electric Mobility Canada (EMC). This initiative calls on Prime Minister Carney to maintain momentum around Canada’s Electric Vehicle Availability Standard (EVAS).
The EV Availability Standard is about more than simply putting more electric vehicles on Canadian roads; it drives job creation, investment, and Canada’s global competitiveness. With over 130,000 jobs already supported and billions of dollars invested in the EV sector, stakeholders across the country are emphasizing the importance of clear and consistent policy direction.
By supporting this standard, Canada can continue to play a leading role in the rapidly growing EV economy while ensuring environmental benefits and strong economic growth. IAM Canada’s participation highlights the union’s commitment to sustainability, innovation, and the well-being of Canadian workers in emerging industries.
For more information and to read the full open letter to the Prime Minister, visit www.supportevas.ca
IAM Canada – QMC Training Session on Collective Bargaining
From October 8 to 10, 2025, a training session on collective bargaining was held, organized by the Quebec Machinists Council (QMC). The session was delivered by IAM District 11 representatives, Alessandro Bernardelli and Christian Bilodeau, and brought together members from Locals 712, 1660, 1751, 2301, and 2309.
Negotiating a collective agreement is an important part of a union representative’s role. Crafting an agreement that reflects the needs of fellow workers requires strong analytical skills, knowledge of labour laws, and mastery of the art of negotiation. That’s why the QMC ensures the transfer of these essential skills through the training of bargaining committees, who will be responsible for sitting down with employers to negotiate contracts. Access to quality training is a valuable asset for all IAM members. We warmly congratulate all participants.
Participants:
From Local 712: Kim Geseron, Danys Jackmino, and José Benoit Barbe
From Local 1660: Octavian Ceraceanu
From Local 1751: Maxwell Puddester
From Local 2301: William Kennedy
From Local 2309: Lesly Conde, Wilgemansky Beauzier, Ali Chaudry, Ken Villanpando, Mario Christodoulopoulos, Mohamed-Amir Boulassel, Audrey Deboudard, Elias Ait-Akil, Yanis Bouchoucha, Heath Hayslip, Sylvain Fournier, Chris Berdych, and Xavier Gagnon.
