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SEIU Local 2 @seiulocal2.bsky.social · 6h

🗓️ FYI this is happening on Oct. 23 at Queen’s Park. Solidarity with our siblings at @djno.ca and @acornunion.bsky.social + @odspaction.bsky.social for organizing ✊🏽

Disability Justice Network of Ontario @djno.ca · 9d

Join our Community for QUEEN'S PARK ON NOTICE! RALLY:
Thursday, Oct 23rd, 11am @ Queen's Park
RSVP: www.noticenorthyork....

RAISE #OW/#ODSP!
REAL #RentControl!
HOUSING IS A RIGHT!
FOOD IS A RIGHT!
RAISE WAGES!

A promotional poster with a white background and bold text in black and red. At the top, there is a red banner with the text "RSVP: WWW.NOTICENORTHYORK.CA/QUEENSPARKONNOTICE" in white. Below, the phrase "QUEENS PARK ON NOTICE" is displayed in bold black letters, with "NOTICE" in larger, textured red letters surrounded by a white border. The middle section contains three slogans in black, separated by red slashes: "FOOD IS A RIGHT!", "FREEZE THE RENT!", and "RAISE THE RATES!". Underneath, "RAISE WAGES!" is emphasized with a red underline. At the bottom, a red strip displays "QUEENS PARK | THURS OCTOBER 23 | 11AM" in white text. The bottom row shows logos from North York Harvest Food Bank, Income Security Advocacy Centre, King Weston Neighbourhood Centre, Social Planning Toronto, Tenants Union, FairRent Ontario, Federation of Metro Tenants Associations, ODSP Action Coalition, Disability Justice Network of Ontario, Raise the Rates Coalition.

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SEIU Local 2 @seiulocal2.bsky.social · 6d

We have a new Union contract at the Vancouver Golf Course! We work hard to keep golf courses clean, manicured, and safe for everyone who uses the space. We’ve secured fairer wages, 10 paid sick and personal days, seniority rights and so much more! #StrongerTogether 🚣‍♀️🟪⛳️🟨
@bclabour.bsky.social

SEIU Local 2 @seiulocal2.bsky.social · 7d

❕Last week we participated in Union trainings! In Toronto, we learned the ins and outs of being stewards to support our co-workers across working sectors like cemeteries, bike shares, and more. In Ottawa, we learned more about our new CA to deepen our knowledge as Union members. #StrongerTogether

A group of members sitting in chairs and listening to collective bargaining training in a facility in Ottawa.

A group of 12 members posing, both standing and crouching, near an SEIU Local 2 banner after training.

A group of 9 stewards posing in front of a projection screen showing training slides.

An action shot of 4 stewards actively listening in on the training.

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SEIU Local 2 @seiulocal2.bsky.social · 8d

We’re on the picket lines again with our siblings in @cupwsttp.bsky.social who are fighting for our public
post office workers and to defend the services that we all rely on in Canada. Here we are in Halifax and Victoria spreading joy and sharing solidarities!

#UnionsForAll #StrongerTogether

A photo of SEIU Local 2 members and staff smiling and enjoying a BBQ at a solidarity rally outdoors.

A photo of SEIU Local 2 members smiling and posing with flags and signs of solidarity in front of a Canada Post office location.

A photo of SEIU Local 2 and CUPW members standing on the picket line.

A photo of 13 SEIU Local 2 and CUPW members posing with strike signs in a straight line in front of a Canada Post sign in Victoria, BC outdoors at night.

SEIU Local 2 @seiulocal2.bsky.social · 9d

Read more details on the win here: justiceforjanitors.ca/janitors-at-...

#JusticeForJanitors #StrongerTogether #UnionsForAll 3/3

Janitors at the University of Winnipeg ratify first Union Contract - JUSTICE FOR JANITORS

Janitors at the University of Winnipeg ratify first Union Contract. Nearly 40 Dexterra employees will get raises and more.

justiceforjanitors.ca

SEIU Local 2 @seiulocal2.bsky.social · 9d

We are so grateful to the campus community, specifically the University of Winnipeg Faculty Association and the students who showed up online and on campus to support. We would not have won this contract without you!

Next up, we fight to make sure our Union rights are protected long-term. 2/3

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SEIU Local 2 @seiulocal2.bsky.social · 9d

We are so proud to secure our first Union contract win for contract cleaners at the @uwinnipeg.bsky.social

We look forward to a 6% wage increase, employer-paid health and dental benefits, paid sick days, uniform allowance, paid bereavement pay, and so much more. 1/3

A graphic showing a group of cleaners excited about their contract win. Some of them are smiling, holding thumbs up, and putting their fists in the air. The graphic reads: Congratulations University of Winnipeg Cleaners!

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SEIU Local 2 @seiulocal2.bsky.social · 11d

📹Here are Clare, Darian, and Bri with a message for all café workers on TikTok: vt.tiktok.com/ZSUep4F1w/

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SEIU Local 2 @seiulocal2.bsky.social · 11d

Big news for workers at Democracy* on Locke! We've won our first Union contract! 🟪☕️🟨

We look forward to continue serving café goers in #HamOnt with big smiles and better wages.

#StrongerTogether #UnionsForAll

A graphic showing the storefront of Democracy cafe with a purple transparent overlay. Text reads: Democracy on Locke, First union Contract.

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SEIU Local 2 @seiulocal2.bsky.social · 12d

Cleaners at the University of Winnipeg are the lowest paid workers on campus, so we formed a Union in the Spring of 2025.

As a community, we should expect better for ALL workers at a prestigious institution like the University of Winnipeg. Join our fight!

🔗 justiceforjanitors.ca/uofw

A graphic showing the university of Winnipeg building. There is a purple transparent overlay with text that reads: Justice for janitors at University of Winnipeg.

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SEIU Local 2 @seiulocal2.bsky.social · 13d

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SEIU Local 2 @seiulocal2.bsky.social · 13d

Hallmark workers in Vaughan, Ontario have won their Union vote! The janitors at 200 Apple Mill Road and 100 New Park Place will now be able to bargain for wage increases, health benefits, and paid sick days! 🧹 1/2

Graphic with group photo of workers sitting and standing on a bench. Text reads: Congratulations Vaughan Hallmark Workers!

There are elements of purple and yellow and the SEIU Local 2 and J4J logos are in both bottom corners.

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SEIU Local 2 @seiulocal2.bsky.social · 14d

Our small and mighty team of arena workers in North Stormont have secured fairer wages!

“I am very happy we won the wage increase in our Union contract. It is going to make it easier for us to afford essentials.” - Murray, Zamboni Driver

#StrongerTogether #UnionsForAll

SEIU Local 2 @seiulocal2.bsky.social · 15d

The struggle for workers’ rights & wage fairness exists within a colonial system that creates hierarchies of power in Canada.

We continue working towards the 94 calls to action, specifically #92, to ensure that Indigenous peoples have equitable access to jobs, training, and education opportunities.

An orange graphic that reads: The struggle for fair work exists within a colonial system.

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SEIU Local 2 @seiulocal2.bsky.social · 19d

❕We are pledging to strike❕

Workers at the largest shelter in Atlantic Canada have voted to strike. We need living wages, overnight premium pay, and sick days. Let’s get it!

#UnionStrong #StrongerTogether

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A collage of several workers at The Bridge holding pledge cards and SEIU Local 2 signs. The text reads: Shelter Workers Vote to Strike. Stronger Together!

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SEIU Local 2 @seiulocal2.bsky.social · 24d

Solidarity with our siblings at @opseusefpo.bsky.social who are fighting for a better contract for more than 10,000 full-time college support staff. Here’s our member, Cherry, repping the purple on the picket line. Join a picket near you because we’re #StrongerTogether
🤜🤛 #UnionsforAll

Member Cherry on the picket line in solidarity holding a peace sign and SEIU Local 2 sign.

Member Cherry on the picket line in solidarity holding and in community holding a SEIU Local 2 sign.

Member Cherry on the picket line in solidarity holding an SEIU Local 2 sign in a crowd of workers and supporters

Back view of marching crowd on the picket line.

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SEIU Local 2 @seiulocal2.bsky.social · 26d

❕The University of Winnipeg relies on janitors to keep its campus clean, safe, and healthy for all. It’s time to show up for them!

Sign our petition to show UW that we are #StrongerTogether on campus when we stand for fair wages. 🧹🔋

🔗: justiceforjanitors.ca/janitors-vot...

A graphic showing a group of members posing at an indoor facility on campus with fists and smiles. The graphic reads: Campus Community for Cleaners. Show your support at justiceforjanitors.ca

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SEIU Local 2 @seiulocal2.bsky.social · Sep 14

✌️Janitorial workers at Uptown Shopping Centre in Victoria ratified a new agreement on Thursday! The deal includes a yearly $1 increase for base wages + a top off $1 premium and full pension at the end of the 3-year agreement & more! Big congratulations! Onwards! 🧹

#StrongerTogether #UnionsforAll

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Dalhousie Faculty Association @dalfaculty.bsky.social · Aug 27

Join us this Friday in front of the @dalhousieu.bsky.social Killam Library for our rally! Students are arriving this week, let's stand together and show them that we care about saving their Fall term from this reckless Board behaviour! #Keepdalstrong @ansut.bsky.social @caut.bsky.social

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SEIU Local 2 @seiulocal2.bsky.social · Aug 25

"Rethinking Canada’s ‘Productivity Problem’" A great read by Isaac Phan Nay of the Tyee as he interviews Jasmine Ramze Rezaee.
thetyee.ca/Analysis/202...

Rethinking Canada’s ‘Productivity Problem’ | The Tyee

Mark Carney says weak productivity limits government spending. Jasmine Ramze Rezaee says that’s not the whole story. A Tyee Q&A.

thetyee.ca

SEIU Local 2 @seiulocal2.bsky.social · Aug 7

Questions still remain about why and how the @nsgov.bsky.social switched service providers without notice leaving 42 Out of the Cold employees jobless.

seiulocal2.ca/voices-from-...

#Solidarity #StandWithWorkers #StrongerTogether

SEIU Local 2 @seiulocal2.bsky.social · Aug 1

SEIU Local 2 filed a successor rights application at the NS Labour Board this week for the members who were working at Out of the Cold.

The workers continue to speak out about the unjust mass terminations that took place earlier this month.

👉 seiulocal2.ca/voices-from-...

#StandWithWorkers

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SEIU Local 2 @seiulocal2.bsky.social · Jul 23

SEIU 2 members are on strike in Port Alberni!! “We aren’t looking for anything crazy. Just some basic respect for the many years we’ve put in, including our seasonal people that are likewise committed to this Club.” ONE DAY LONGER ONE DAY STRONGER 💪💪

cheknews.ca/grounds-crew...

Grounds crew at Alberni Golf Club goes on strike

The grounds crew was at the Alberni Golf Club early Monday morning, setting up a picket line to start a strike.

cheknews.ca

SEIU Local 2 @seiulocal2.bsky.social · Jun 13

We ratified our 1st Agreement! Secured wage increases of 7.5% over 2 years (6 months retro!), additional paid wellness days, a solid employer paid health benefit plan, improved vacation pay, health & safety language, and much more! 👏
#Hamilton #StongerTogether #UnionsforAll #HamiltonBikeShare

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SEIU Local 2 @seiulocal2.bsky.social · May 25

📣 “WE ARE THE WORKERS. THEY HAVE TO RESPECT US!”

Thousands of @seiu.org janitors across British Columbia are kicking off contract negotiations THIS WEEK 🔥

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