Benefits of a Union

Being a member of a union comes with many benefits that help protect workers support a progressive labour force in Canada.  Some of the benefits include:

• Contracts- Being a union member provides you with a contract that sets wages, paid holidays, worker's rights and job security

• Benefits- With the contract comes benefits such as medical, dental and vision care, life insurance and a pension plan.  Many jobs that are not unionized either do not have benefits or come at a big expense to the worker. This is a very important thing for many Canadians.

• Education- Being a UFCW member allows you access to webCampus, an online learning centre with a vast array of free courses.  You can take courses to gain a certificate through webCampus in Media and Communications, Retail Sector Specialist, and Human Rights Advocacy.  The UFCW also provides scholarships for union members and their families.

• Advocacy-  On top of advocating for your rights as a worker in contract negotiations and during labour disputes, the union also has many advocacy campaigns for important issues such as equality and pensions. 

These are only some of the many great things that comes with being part of a union. Check out some of the links provided on this page to learn even more,