Unifor Local 302 President’s Report- February 23, 2026
Unifor Local 302
President's Report
General Membership Meeting
February 23, 2026
Parliament Hill Health Care Lobby
Unifor members joined the Canadian Health Coalition in the fight for public health care at Parliament Hill, meeting directly with MPs and Senators and joining a public rally to call for action as shortages and long waits continue to strain services in communities across the country.
Michelle Stewardson will give a more in-depth report.
Family Fun Day
Local 302 is proud to be hosting another Family Fun Day this year at East Park London on July 11th, 2026, from 10:30-1:30 and barbeque lunch will be served from 11:30-1:30. Please contact the office if interested at (519) 951-0302, The deadline for registration is May 29th, 2026.
Unions Call for Immediate Action on U.S. Tariffs
Union leaders from across the country gather in Ottawa, Canada's unions are sounding the alarm on the devastating impact of new U.S. tariffs that threaten more than one million jobs in critical sectors, including steel, aluminum, forestry and public services.
These reckless and unjustified tariffs from President Trump are a direct attack on Canadian workers, our industries and our economy. They want to know if the government has their back and is ready to fight for them.
With the U.S. imposing sweeping tariffs, 123,000 jobs in Canada's steel and aluminum industries and over 587,000 auto and supply chain jobs are at risk.
Beyond manufacturing and resource sectors, the ripple effects of these tariffs threaten Canada's broader economy, including critical jobs in healthcare and public services. When our economy suffers, public services are at risk. Cuts to healthcare and public care services always follow.
Health Care LTC/Retirement Bargaining Strategies Conference
The LTC/Retirement bargaining strategies conference will be held from April 7-9, 2026.
More details to follow
International Women's Day Breakfast
Local 636, 126 Beale Street, Woodstock, Ontario will be hosting the International Women's Day Breakfast on Sunday March 8, 2026, from 10:00-2:00.
Bob White Charity Classic
The 19th annual Bob White Charity Classic will take place Monday August 17, 2026, at Craigowan Golf Club #595838 Hwy 59 North, RR#6, Woodstock, Ontario. To register, please call the office at (519) 951-0302.
Noteworthy Dates
March 8th- International Women's Day.
March 21st-International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination.
In Solidarity,
Kevin Phillips
President
Unifor Local 302