mach 8th – stopping gender discrimination means stopping the cuts
The Agriculture Union acknowledges International Women’s Day on March 8th, and we are exceptionally proud of all our women members who courageously stand up against patriarchy, sexism, queerphobia, and gender-based violence every day. Fighting for workplaces and...
Agriculture Union Celebrates Black History Month and Black Farmers across Canada
February is Black History Month, and the Agriculture Union honours the leadership, resilience and organizing power of Black workers who have shaped Canada’s labour movement and continue to lead the fight for justice today. We also celebrate the...
On human rights day, let’s recommit to solidarity
On Human Rights Day, we renew our commitment to the principles of dignity, equality, and justice for all. But this year, as workers and as union members, we cannot ignore that these rights are increasingly under attack across Canada. We are witnessing governments...
Demystifying Your Collective Agreement – No Discrimination and Duty to Accommodate
As a member of the Agriculture Union, your human rights are protected at work. You are protected from discrimination both by the Canadian Human Rights Act, and by “No Discrimination” articles in our various collective agreements. In this article, we’ll briefly look at...
Change Starts at Home – Join Your Local Labour Council Today!
The post-pandemic years have been an exciting period for the labour movement in Canada. Driven by unprecedented levels of inflation, our country is seeing an increasing number of strikes and labour actions. Workers are organizing and new unions are being created in...
Getting active, getting local
Get involved in your Agriculture Union local today! It can be fun, exciting, and a great way to learn new skills and get to know your colleagues better Locals are the beating heart of the Agriculture Union – YOUR union. Large national unions can sometimes seem like...