News
Media Release: UNW Response to GNWT Fiscal Strategy
Feb 14 2024
YELLOWKNIFE: The Union of Northern Workers (UNW) is gravely concerned about the Fiscal Strategy that was announced at the Ledge this week.
Condolences for the Community of Fort Smith
Jan 24 2024
On behalf of our members, the Union of Northern Workers sends our deepest condolences to the community of Fort Smith, and the workers at Diavik and Northwestern Air.
Hay River Office - Phones are working again!
Jan 15 2024
The phones at our Hay River office are now working. Our apologies for any inconvenience this disruption may have cause this morning.
19th UNW Triennial Convention is Underway!
Nov 29 2023
The 19th UNW Triennial Convention convened on Tuesday, November 28 and will continue until Thursday, November 30.
Canadian Labour joins the call for urgent ceasefire in Gaza
Nov 09 2023
The Union of Northern Workers joins the many voices in Canada and around the world calling for an immediate ceasefire to prevent further loss of civilian life in Gaza.
2023 Josie Gould Memorial Scholarship Winners
Sep 20 2023
Each year, the UNW sponsors up to 10 scholarships in the amount of $3,000.00 dollars each for students enrolled in full-time study. 2 of the 10 scholarships are reserved for successful candidates w
Letter to NWT Premier and Cabinet Re: NWT Evacuation and Return
Aug 22 2023
The following letter was sent to the NWT Premier and Cabinet regarding financial support for NWT Evacuees and the plan for returning to affected communities.
August 22, 2023
UNW Offices Temporarily Closed - Employees working remotely
Aug 16 2023
The UNW offices in Hay River, Inuvik, and Yellowknife are temporarily closed to the public.
Media Release: United Way NWT Emergency Response Fund Donation
Aug 15 2023
YELLOWKNIFE: The Union of Northern Workers (UNW) and the Public Service Alliance of Canada (PSAC) are contributing an additional $150,000 to the
Condolences for Firefighter in Fort Liard
Jul 17 2023
The Union of Northern Workers sends our deepest condolences to the community of Fort Liard and the Acho Dene Koe First Nation as our union mourns the loss of one of our Local 13 members who lost th
Letter to Premier Cochrane and Minister Wawzonek Re: Disaster Emergency Funds
May 23 2023
Cc: All MLAs
Dear Premier Cochrane and Minister Wawzonek,
Re: Hay River Disaster Emergency Funds
UNW-PSAC Social Justice Fund donating $60,000 to United Way NWT Emergency Relief Fund
May 19 2023
YELLOWKNIFE: The Union of Northern Workers (UNW) is contributing $30,000 to the United Way NWT Emergency Response Fund to support evacuees from Kátł’odeeche First
United Way Donations for Hay River & KFN Wildfire Relief
May 15 2023
Please read the important information below from our friends at United Way NWT, who are coordinating donations for those impacted by the wildfires affecting Hay River and Kátł’
UNW Phones and Email disruption
Apr 18 2023
UPDATE: all outstanding issues have been resolved.
The UNW is currently experiencing technical issues with our phone and with sending/receiving external emails.