Author: Courtney Glode
The Union is pleased to announce the launch of the online survey associated with that research project, which is aimed at documenting seal distribution, local abundance and impacts of seal species in Newfoundland and Labrador waters.
MISSED OPPORTUNITY: PREMATURE CLOSURE OF NORTHERN COD A LOSS FOR RURAL NL
MISSED OPPORTUNITY: PREMATURE CLOSURE OF NORTHERN COD A LOSS FOR RURAL NL September 22, 2023 ST. JOHN’S, NL – The Union that represents commercial fish harvesters in Newfoundland and Labrador
ANOTHER NAIL IN THE COFFIN FOR RURAL NL: SEASONAL WORKERS HURT BY UNMPLOYMENT RATE DECLINE
September 11, 2023 The Union representing over 13,000 seasonal workers in Newfoundland and Labrador is calling on the federal government to enact emergency changes to assist those affected by the
BBQ Demonstration in Support of St Anthony Seafoods Workers
FFAW-Unifor is hosting a free community barbeque/demonstration in support of St. Anthony Seafoods Plant Workers who are being mistreated by their employer, Royal Greenland. The event will take place TOMORROW,
3L SHRIMP UPDATE
The 3L shrimp committee would like to announce that 3L caps have been lifted, effective immediately. Please note that trip limits are still in place.
SEASONAL WORKERS ELIGIBLE FOR 5 EXTRA WEEKS OF EI
To better support seasonal workers, the Government of Canada will continue to provide up to 5 additional weeks of Employment Insurance (EI) regular benefits to eligible seasonal workers in the
MEDIA RELEASE: Union Launches Call for EI Intervention
August 14, 2023 ST. JOHN’S, NL – FFAW-Unifor is launching an immediate call to action for federal government to maintain the divisor of 14 (number of best weeks) for the
VACANT EXECUTIVE BOARD SEATS FILLED
FFAW-Unifor is pleased to advise that the two vacant seats on the FFAW-Unifor Executive Board have been filled. Darren Melindy – Non-Fishing IRO (Cahill) Steve Buffett – At-Sea IRO (Altera
Economic Support Proposal Campaign
Federal Minister Carla Qualtrough rejected the Union’s request for changes to Employment Insurance qualifications this year. Help is still needed for those facing a 70% drop in earnings this year.
2023 PHOTO CONTEST
We are now accepting photos for our annual PHOTO CONTEST. Please submit your on-the-job photos for a chance to win one of three prizes! What are we looking for? Photos
