Given UAW demands, could Unifor have won more?
Unifor's new Ford contract might have been a "whale of a deal," but for nearly half of union members who voted on the pact, it wasn’t enough. Time will tell as final deals get negotiated......»»
Unifor, GM have "major issues left unresolved" as deadline looms Monday
Unifor President Lana Payne says the union has made progress in numerous areas, but is facing resistance on “a number of important elements of the pattern agreement established with Ford Motor Co. [of Canada].”.....»»
Guest commentary: A look at two unions with common goals in Detroit 3 negotiations
Former Unifor President Jerry Dias: "I honestly would have believed that hell would freeze over before the UAW would strike with what we settled for here in Canada.".....»»
As the strike expands, UAW and Detroit 3 insults intensify
Ford's CEO accused the union of holding the Detroit 3 hostage over unaffordable demands, as the UAW ordered 7,000 more workers onto picket lines......»»
Unifor sets Oct. 9 deadline for contract talks with General Motors
Negotiations between the union and the U.S. automaker resumed after workers at Ford Motor Co. of Canada voted to approve a new contract......»»
Tesla will gain from higher Detroit 3 labor costs, analysts say
Detroit automakers will face a significant disadvantage vs. Tesla on EV costs. Tesla CEO Elon Musk teases UAW time-off demands: "Is anyone gonna be around to make the actual cars?".....»»
“Unprecedented” youth climate trial demands action from 32 European governments
Youth suing: "I'm forced to stay inside," and "things are getting worse." Enlarge / Firefighters tackle a wildfire at Vale de Abelha village in Macao, Portugal, on August 16, 2017. (credit: AFP Contributor / Contributor | AFP).....»»
Entrepreneurs are facing a mental health crisis, according to report
Mental health is a pressing concern in the startup community. Entrepreneurs face a number of unique challenges, including securing funding and meeting grueling performance targets—all while trying to achieve a work-life balance. These demands can t.....»»
Unifor ratifies Ford deal with 54% approval; pact includes wage increase, new pension structure
Membership approval of the three-year deal, which was unanimously endorsed by Unifor’s auto bargaining committee, locks in substantial wage gains and pension improvements for workers, and will see Ford invest to expand production at one of its Wind.....»»
GM picked as next bargaining target by Unifor in Canada
Unifor picked General Motors Canada as its next bargaining target, a day after union members narrowly ratified a three-year collective agreement with Ford Motor Co. of Canada that set the pattern for this year’s auto talks......»»
Supercar brands search for sustainable performance
Ultra high-end brands, from Aston Martin to Rolls Royce, are taking different paths to balance emissions targets with performance demands. Meanwhile, electric vehicle upstarts Rivian and Lucid are gaining momentum and market share......»»
Unifor ratifies Ford deal with 54% approval; pact includes wage increase, new product and more
Membership approval of the three-year deal, which was unanimously endorsed by Unifor’s auto bargaining committee, locks in substantial wage gains and pension improvements for workers, and will see Ford invest to expand production at one of its Wind.....»»
Unifor ratifies Ford deal, which includes wage increase, new product and more
Membership approval of the three-year deal, which was unanimously endorsed by Unifor’s auto bargaining committee, locks in substantial wage gains and pension improvements for workers, and will see Ford invest to expand production at one of its Wind.....»»
Unifor deal with Ford contains up to 22% raise, defined benefits, added engine output
Unifor’s tentative deal with Ford offers considerable immediate wage increases, pay hikes in each of the second and third years of the agreement, a C$10,000 ($7,411 USD) signing bonus and a compression of the previous wage grid......»»
Unifor deal with Ford contains 22% raise, defined benefits, added engine output
Unifor’s tentative deal with Ford offers considerable immediate wage increases, pay hikes in each of the second and third years of the agreement, a C$10,000 ($7,411 USD) signing bonus and a compression of the previous wage grid......»»
Scientists reveal intricate mechanisms cells use to build protein destruction signals
Within the intricate molecular landscape inside of a cell, the orchestration of proteins demands precise control to avoid disease. While some proteins must be synthesized at specific times, others require timely breakdown and recycling. Protein degra.....»»
Unifor to hold Ford ratification vote "before the end of the week"
Unifor plans to have members vote on its tentative agreement with Ford Motor Co. of Canada “before the end of the week,” though precise timing for ratification meetings is still being finalized, a union spokesperson told Automotive News Canada We.....»»
UAW demands would make Detroit 3 uncompetitive, ex-car czar Rattner says
Steven Rattner, who negotiated concessions with the UAW to help keep General Motors and Chrysler afloat in 2009, says union workers deserve significant raises but can't make the automakers uncompetitive......»»
Unity"s self-sabotage with pricing will be a long-term problem for Apple
The goodwill that game engine developer Unity burnt over the last week with its bizarre and retroactive pricing demands are going to be a problem for not just the iPhone, but Apple Vision Pro too.There's unity alright — against the company's new li.....»»
Ford reaches tentative labor agreement with Unifor in Canada, avoids second strike
Unifor has struck a last-minute tentative agreement with Ford Motor Co. of Canada, averting what would have been the first strike by Canadian auto workers against the automaker in 33 years......»»
Unifor extends strike deadline by 24 hours as Ford talks continue through the night
Union says it received 'a substantive offer from the employer minutes before the deadline' Monday......»»