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USW Ratifies Renewal Agreement 2025
On March 13, 2025 Steelworkers had the opportunity to review the Tentative Collective Agreement presented by their Bargaining Team. Members then voted on whether to accept or reject the collective agreement between USW Local 2010 and Queen’s University. By majority, 65% of Steelworkers voted to accept the offer. Over 1000 Steelworkers voted (1011 out of…
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USW Strike Deadline Approaching: Are You Ready?
Dear Steelworkers, Our Bargaining Team has officially filed a No Board Report with the Ministry of Labour, which means our strike countdown is on. Our tentative legal strike date is March 8 @ 11:59PM. However, if a deal is not reached, picketing will begin on Monday, March 10, 2025. What does this mean? Queen’s has…
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HISTORIC USW STRIKE MANDATE – 96% STRIKE VOTE
Kingston, ON, [Feb 16, 2025] — In an unprecedented show of strength and solidarity, United Steelworkers (USW) Local 2010 members have delivered a resounding 96% strike vote. More than 1,000 support staff at Queen’s University cast their ballots, making it clear: we are ready to fight for what we deserve. This historic mandate is a direct…
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USW Strike Mandate Vote
STRIKE MANDATE VOTE: FEBRUARY 11 – 14, 2025 This week, February 11–14, we need you to send a clear message: We are united, and we are ready to fight for a fair contract. A strong strike mandate vote will show Queen’s that we won’t back down. Click here for more information. Queen’s has completed bargaining…
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USW 2010 Bargaining Newsletter
Fighting Back: Holding Queen’s Accountable Bill 124 dealt a harsh blow to workers at Queen’s and across Ontario, forcing public sector wage increases to a meager 1% per year and tying the hands of union leaders who fought for better. At Queen’s, the damage is undeniable—real wages have fallen 11-14% behind inflation, leaving workers struggling to…