Factory workers at Lallemand Inc. in Cornwall vote Union Yes!

On February 14 & 15, 2024, workers at Lallemand Inc. in Cornwall, Ontario, voted to join UFCW Locals 175 & 633.

The newest members of our Union specialize in the development, production and marketing of yeasts and bacteria. They are employed as machine operators and maintenance workers, and they joined our union to make improvements to their working conditions.

The campaign for these workers to join the Union began earlier this year when workers met with one of our Local 175 Organizing Reps to discuss their workplace concerns. Some of the main issues brought up at that initial meeting included mistreatment, wage concerns, fairness, and respect in the workplace.

Following their successful certification vote, these members are eager to begin collective bargaining to build a better life through:

•             Gaining improvements to their wages and job security,

•             Enhancing the health and safety at work, and;

•             Securing a harassment-free workplace.

Congratulations to our newest union members! Welcome to your Union.

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