Member Engagement Conference 2026
Union members are stronger together.
UFCW Locals 175 & 633
MEMBER ENGAGEMENT CONFERENCE 2026
September 27 – 29, 2026 in Etobicoke, Ontario.
Thank you to all those who applied to be a part of the Committee. Applications are currently under review and those selected will be contacted soon!
Applications to be a delegate closed on July 4, 2026.
Your UFCW Locals 175 & 633 Member Engagement Committee will be hard at work putting together a great conference for the membership. Guest speakers, labour movement leaders, and more, plus an incredible chance to meet lots of members from across the Local Union, means that this conference is sure to be a wonderful experience.
The Member Engagement Conference is about creating a space where UFCW Locals 175 & 633 union members – whether new to the Union or long-time labour activists – can find empowerment and solidarity by standing strong together.
Details you need to know about the Member Engagement Conference 2026:
Dates: September 27 – 29, 2026
Location: Delta Hotels Toronto Airport & Conference Centre located at 655 Dixon Road in Etobicoke
Agenda: Details are still being worked out, but delegates can expect to attend a welcome plenary on the evening of Sunday, September 27 at the hotel, with the full conference beginning Monday morning through to Tuesday afternoon.
Lost Time: Lost time will be paid for delegates attending the conference.
Overnight Accommodations:
All delegates will be eligible for overnight stays on Sunday, September 27, and Monday, September 28.
Travel & Meals:
All travel and meals will be reimbursed as per Local Union Policies.
Why have a Member Engagement Conference?
- Member engagement and participation are the foundations of a strong and democratic union. These opportunities open spaces for that and encourage Union members from across our great Local Union to take an active role in shaping the future of their Union.
- Plus, this conference is member-driven and being planned by members just like you who applied during our Member Engagement Committee application period earlier this year.
Who is eligible to attend?
- This conference is for our UFCW Locals 175 & 633 members who have NOT taken on a Union Steward or Health & Safety Representative role in the workplace.
- You can be a new member or a long-time member – but you must be an active member in good standing when you apply and at the time of the conference.
- An easy application process below will take you through some questions. And remember, we are looking for members who want to build a brighter future for our Union – one of unity and solidarity. So, everyone who is selected to attend must have completed all of the form questions and given thoughtful, sincere responses.
- Members invited to attend will include a mix of new and long-time members, and will reflect the many ways our great Local Union is so richly diverse, including all of the sectors our members work across.
What is the cost to attend the conference?
- Everyone invited to attend the conference – who does attend – will have the cost of transportation, accommodation, and any applicable lost-time covered by the Local Union in accordance with Local Union policies. Meals during the conference will be provided. Those who receive invitations should pay close attention to the cancellation policy.
Is this conference accessible?
- Our membership is incredibly diverse, and we are working hard to ensure that this conference is accessible to every member in as many ways as it reasonably can be.
- If you have accessibility requests or questions, please reach out to our conference organizer at engage@ufcw175.com or 905-821-8329 / 1-800-565-8329.
The extended deadline for applications closed on July 4, 2026. Every member who completed and submitted an application should have received an email from the Union confirming receipt of the application and what comes next. If you didn’t receive this email, please check your Spam folder or contact engage@ufcw175.com.