D3 USW Strong as Steel Podcast

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D3 USW Strong as Steel Podcast

District 3 United Steelworkers Strong as Steel Podcast. 

  1. Strong as Steel USW D3 Podcast – Episode 15 with Director Scott Lunny

    DEC 6

    Strong as Steel USW D3 Podcast – Episode 15 with Director Scott Lunny

    Join USW District 3 Director Scott Lunny for a holiday edition of the podcast as we reflect on the many highlights of 2024. Scott celebrates the work that defined this year for members across District 3. Looking ahead, Scott shares insights into 2025, setting the stage for another exciting year of progress and solidarity. Don’t miss this episode to close out the year!

    30 min
  2. Strong as Steel USW D3 Podcast – Episode 14 – with special guest Carla Beck, leader of the Saskatchewan NDP

    OCT 10

    Strong as Steel USW D3 Podcast – Episode 14 – with special guest Carla Beck, leader of the Saskatchewan NDP

    Join Director Scott Lunny and Saskatchewan NDP Leader Carla Beck for a conversation on the future of Saskatchewan politics. Time and again, Carla has proven she is on our side. While other parties ignore us, the Saskatchewan NDP has proven they will fight for our jobs and stick up for working families.We don’t need cuts to services, we need cuts to costs. We need investment in the things that matter to workers. We need a champion on our side who will listen and take action. That champion is C...

    29 min
  3. Strong as Steel USW D3 Podcast – Episode 13 – with special guest Premier David Eby

    SEPT 17

    Strong as Steel USW D3 Podcast – Episode 13 – with special guest Premier David Eby

    Join Director Scott Lunny and Premier David Eby as they discuss the evolving political landscape in British Columbia and highlight key achievements of the BC NDP government in advancing workers' rights. The conversation delves into the challenges facing the forestry sector, including the impact of Canfor sawmill closures, while also discussing new opportunities in mining and critical minerals.This October, British Columbias will get to cast your vote. When you do, carefully consider each part...

    20 min
  4. Strong as Steel USW D3 Podcast – Episode 12 – Season finale with special guests Tamara Marshall, Michael Phillips and Mitch Winterton

    AUG 15

    Strong as Steel USW D3 Podcast – Episode 12 – Season finale with special guests Tamara Marshall, Michael Phillips and Mitch Winterton

    In our season one finale episode, Director Scott Lunny is joined by Tamara Marshall (USW Local 2009 financial secretary), Michael Phillips USW Local 1944 president) and Mitch Winterton (USW Local 7106 president to discuss the important work their amalgamated local unions are doing and the importance of membership and community engagement.Note: this episode was recorded in June before the recent announcement of Telus office closures in Ontario and return-to-office directive for nearly 1000 At-...

    48 min
  5. Strong as Steel USW District 3 Podcast – Episode 11 – with special guests Jim Stanford and Randy Dillon

    JUL 18

    Strong as Steel USW District 3 Podcast – Episode 11 – with special guests Jim Stanford and Randy Dillon

    In this episode, Director Scott Lunny is joined by Randy Dillon, SOAR 3-14 member, and Jim Stanford, Economist & Director, Centre for Future Work, to talk about the importance of Steelworkers being engaged in legislative and political action. Jim Stanford discusses his recent paper “Alberta’s Disappearing Advantage: The crisis in Alberta wages, and how to fix it” and he talks about how Albertans have experienced unprecedented reductions in their incomes, their purchasing power, and their ...

    44 min
  6. Strong as Steel USW District 3 Podcast – Episode 10 - with special guests Sussanne Skidmore, Catie Jones and Brandon Nicholson

    MAY 24

    Strong as Steel USW District 3 Podcast – Episode 10 - with special guests Sussanne Skidmore, Catie Jones and Brandon Nicholson

    In this episode, Director Scott Lunny is joined by Sussanne Skidmore, President of the BC Federation of Labour and Steelworkers Catie Jones USW Local 5220 and Brandon Nicholson from USW Local 1-184 to talk about Pride Month. June is a time to celebrate what has been accomplished and to reflect on the work that still needs to be done. Tune it to learn why we must continue to strengthen human rights protection for our membership and make a strong commitment to bargain language into collective a...

    47 min
  7. Strong as Steel USW District 3 Podcast – Episode 9 - with special guests Gabriele Simmons, Earl Graham and Dennel Pickering

    MAY 23

    Strong as Steel USW District 3 Podcast – Episode 9 - with special guests Gabriele Simmons, Earl Graham and Dennel Pickering

    In this episode, Director Scott Lunny is joined by Gabriele Simmons to talk about the USW Family Community Education Fund and how the fund supports a wide range of educational and community activities for members, families and our neighbours and allies. Earl Graham, USW District 3 Coordinator and Dennel Pickering from Local 5917 join to share their experiences with the fund and how by organizing projects is a great way to create ties with neighbours and community groups, educate members and i...

    40 min
  8. Strong as Steel USW District 3 Podcast – Episode 8 - with special guests Ed Kent, Michelle Laurie, Sylvia Boyce and John Perquin

    APR 3

    Strong as Steel USW District 3 Podcast – Episode 8 - with special guests Ed Kent, Michelle Laurie, Sylvia Boyce and John Perquin

    In this episode, Director Scott Lunny talks health and safety in our union and workplaces with Ed Kent (District 3 Health, Safety and Environment Co-ordinator) and Sylvia Boyce (USW National Health, Safety and Environment Co-ordinator). John Perquin shares the historic importance of Elliott Lake and how April 18th marks the 50th Anniversary of the wildcat strike that led to the Occupational Health and Safety Act. Michelle Laurie joins to share her thoughts in an open discussion on the Day of ...

    54 min
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About

District 3 United Steelworkers Strong as Steel Podcast. 

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  • Creator
    USW District 3
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2024 D3 USW Strong as Steel Podcast
  • Show Website
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