Mandatory: The Final Episode
When you make enough noise, they have to listen – and Canada, you’ve made a lot of noise!
We are coming to the end of...
A Letter from Rob Beairsto
They never asked for money but when we gave there was always some vehicle or wheelchair repair or an outstanding bill that we happened to be just in time to pay. I certainly have not had an in depth conversation with Mary about her means but I am not blind. I know that every penny, borrowed or owned, went towards Jim’s illness, bills and mortgage.
Teamsters Launch Ad Campaign in Québec
The campaign aims to raise awareness about the importance of drinking (in moderation) beer from a capped brown bottle instead of beer from a can.
Passing of Jim Russel, from Local Union 927
Jim Russell, long time Officer and Business Agent for Teamsters Local Union 927, has been battling the most severe form of Multiple Sclerosis for a number of years. Although related to his illness, his death late Thursday was accidental.
François Laporte Meets Ministers Freeland and Mihychuk
Topics covered were extensive and varied, such as the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP), the repeal of union-busting laws like C525 and C377, the restoration of sector councils and the importance of proper rest for workers in the transport industry.
Statement on Today’s Speech from the Throne
François Laporte, the President of Teamsters Canada, made the following statement on today's Speech from the Throne.
Mandatory Episode 6: Impact
Mental health issues can affect every aspect of a person’s life, including their ability to work. Imagine trying to do your job while dealing...
5 Things Our Executive Board Discussed in Montreal
A quick look at five of the (many) issues they discussed.
Mandatory Episode 5: Suicide and Addiction
The ultimate cost of being unable to get help with a mental health issue is suicide – a preventable outcome that can be devastating...
Pettiness reaches new heights at Résidences Soleil
Unhappy about being forced to pay half of its workers’ life insurance premiums, Résidences Soleil owner Eddy Savoie is taking it out on his workers by making them pay… for their coffee!






















