Teamsters oppose random testing in the trucking industry
Liberal MP Nicola Di Iorio said he believes that truck drivers should be required to undergo random testing for cannabis. The Teamsters Union opposes this possible measure not only because it would violate workers’ right to privacy, but also, because a positive test result does not necessarily prove that the person is intoxicated.
Organizing: For Strength and Power
Course Duration: 2 days
This course is designed for any person who is, and proud to be, involved in the Teamsters Union. Participants must be selected by their Local Union to attend this course.
Dealing with my Collective Agreement
Course Duration: 1 day
This course is designed for experienced shop stewards and business agents.
Resolving Workplace Conflict
Course Duration: 2 days
This course is designed for shop stewards.
Name It, Don’t Numb It
Mental Health Week is today until May 9, 2021. This year, the theme is “Name It, Don’t Numb.” I find the theme brilliant.
“Heavy feelings lighten when you put them into words. When we voice our...
Protecting our Health and Safety
Course Duration: 2 days
This course is designed for members, shop stewards, and health and safety representatives working in federally regulated workplaces.
Collective Bargaining: A community that takes action
Course Duration: 3 days
This course is designed for future bargaining committee members.
Making it Mandatory
In September 2015, Teamsters Canada launched a national social media campaign called Make It Mandatory to convince Parliament to make mental health awareness and support mandatory in the workplace.
The Shop Steward in Action
Course Duration: 1 day
This course is designed for newly elected shop stewards.
Pandemic Blues
The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly changed our lives. This terrible ordeal requires us to adapt quickly to something out of the ordinary. Who would have thought a couple of years ago that we would ever face such a global crisis?
