meet our
members
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Olga da Cruz
Janitor, Hallmark Housekeeping Services
Toronto, ON
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With the power of being part of a union, my co-workers and I fought and won health benefits and a pension plan in our contract. Many janitors would not even think this is possible. To the companies and the public, we were practically invisible, but not anymore.”
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Carlo Felicetti
Founder, Brand Strategist
Technician, Arterra Wines Canada (Lab)
Niagara Falls, ON
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If a problem arises at work, we have the ability to resolve it because together we have strength. I’ve been a member for 27 years and being unionized has helped my colleagues and me win good wages and benefits.”
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Duane Squires
AZ Driver/Trainer, Labatt Transportation
Mississauga, ON
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Recognition of our seniority is something I really value. It’s important the company recognize the time we’ve put in; it not only gives us job security, but also provides us improvements like better vacation pay.”
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Michael Alvarado
Security Guard, University Health Network
Toronto, ON
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As a union member, I don’t have to worry about inadequate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment), which keeps me free from exposure and stress so I could go home to my loved ones. Being part of a strong union is what gives me that confidence.”
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Chris O’Brien
Forklift Operator, Labatt’s Distribution
Mississauga, ON
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Being in a union has made the workplace fairer for employees. Safety and other important issues are taken into account because of the unity of the workforce.”
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Violet Loomer
Janitor, Bee Clean
Halifax, NS
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We won health benefits and wage improvements and most importantly the power to stand up to management when necessary and address problems.”
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Amado Agamao
Janitor, GDI Integrated Facility Services
Vancouver, BC
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We are here to work with respect and as a union we can fight for the sort of respect we deserve at work.”
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David J. Sheppard
Lead Porter, Casino Nova Scotia
Halifax, NS
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All of us at the Casino in Halifax are now laid off for an extended time because of Covid-19. It’s nice to know that because we are unionized our jobs are protected and we will be recalled.”
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Lucky Molina
Forklift Operator (Bottle Sort), Brewers Distributor Ltd.
Port Coquitlam, BC
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When you’re in a Union you feel a sense of unity amongst your fellow brothers and sisters.”
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Matt Nicholson
Driver, Molson Transport
Etobicoke, ON
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SEIU Local 2 has provided stability throughout my career, for both my family and me. It has also provided me security, knowing I will have a pension at the end of my career.”
Become a Member
There are many advantages to forming a Union at your workplace. You can do it too!
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