Category Archives: IAM Canada

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The Country Doesn’t Move Without Us

I AM A Baggage Customer Service Agent

Meet the baggage Customer Service Agents! The unsung heroes of airport operations, ensuring your luggage is safely and efficiently transported from check-in to baggage claim.

Today and every day, we’re celebrating the dedicated individuals who work behind the scenes to make your airport experience smooth and stress-free.

#TheCountryDoesntMoveWithoutUs

#BehindTheScenes #EssentialWorkers #BaggageHandlers #CustomerServiceAgents #Canada

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Canadian notice of Nomination and Elections – IAM International Officers

In accordance with Article III of the IAM Constitution,[1] except as set forth herein, in Canada the International will conduct elections for the offices of International President, General Secretary-Treasurer, 1 Canadian General Vice President, 1 Delegate to the C.L.C., and 5 Members of the Committee on Law (including one from Canada) for terms ending on June 30, 2029. Nominations for these offices can be made at a special meeting of your local on Saturday, January 18, 2025. In the event that members of your local nominate more than one candidate for IAM International President, General Secretary-Treasurer, Canadian Vice President, the C.L.C and/or more than five (5) candidates for the Committee on Law, there shall be a local endorsement vote on Saturday, February 22, 2025. Both the nomination and endorsement meetings will take place from 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. and from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at the location printed in your mailing(Local Lodge 714 Administration Office, 18-399 Berry St. Winnipeg, MB). Further reading.

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Message to District 140 membersfrom David Chartrand, GVP, IAM Canada

Dear IAM District 140 Members,

As you are aware, Transportation District 140 has been placed under supervision by the IAM. We communicated this to the membership last week, and the response has been very positive.

I encourage you to watch the brief message addressed to District 140 members, where I further explain the reasons behind these necessary changes. The membership has made it clear—they want us to stand united as a strong, cohesive team, and we are fully committed to making that a reality. 

In solidarity,
David Chartrand,
General Vice-President, IAM Canada

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Solidarity in Action!

After a long day of bargaining in Thunder Bay, GLR Bernie Wood and DL140 General Chair Chris Greniuk went to support our brothers and sisters at the Ontario Public Service Employees Union – OPSEU on the fifth day of picketing. #lcbo #solidarity #onlab #onpoli

From the latest issue of Dispatch Weekly News from the IAM
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IAM Canada’s Response to the Third Reading Adoption of the Anti-Scab Bill (C-58)

Toronto, ON – The International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) Canada applauds the third reading adoption of the anti-scab bill (C-58) for federally-regulated businesses.

“This bill is crucial for maintaining balance in the negotiation process between employers and unions. It is well-documented that the use of scabs unnecessarily prolongs negotiations and conflicts, as employers can replace their workers and continue operations. This practice is deeply unjust,” stated IAM Canadian General Vice-President David Chartrand.

Thanks to the work of the NDP, a series of changes recommended by the CLC and affiliate unions were adopted. The time for the law to take effect was reduced from 18 months to 12 months, and the time frame for the Canada Industrial Relations Board to resolve disputes over Maintenance of Activities agreements was shortened to 82 days. The ban on scab labour in Bill C-58 now includes employees who aren’t part of the affected bargaining unit and work at another location, as well as volunteers, students, and the public. The rights of striking and locked-out workers to get their jobs back were also clarified and strengthened. IAM Canada remains concerned that a future conservative government could extend this delay.

IAM Canada appreciates the Liberal government and the NDP’s ability to set aside their differences and collaborate on developing a significant law for workers, which is essential for protecting the fundamental right to collective bargaining. However, we cannot understand why federal government employees are excluded from the future law’s anti-scab provisions.

“For IAM Canada, this has been a demand for more than four decades. The current bill is not perfect, but we are very close to achieving our goal. I also want to recognise the hard work and the lobbying efforts our members and Representatives to deliver these results. It is thanks to all of them that this important milestone was reached.” GVP Chartrand concluded.

The IAM represents more than 40,000 Canadian workers in air transport and a wide range of manufacturing including aircraft, auto parts, buses, aerospace, electronics, light and heavy machinery, tools and appliances. We are the largest airport security screeners union in Canada. The IAM also represents a growing number of workers in the health care and hospitality sectors as well as office, technical and other white-collar workers.

For more information:
Frank Saptel
IAM Canada Communications
fsaptel@iamaw.org