Author: Stephanie Gomez

ATU Local 113 Executive Board members attended the annual United Way campaign kick-off today.

President Marvin Alfred said, “Like us at the ATU Local 113 and the TTC, the United Way is deeply entrenched in the life of our city. When there’s a need in the community, our members always step up. Our members have stood behind the United Way, and their generosity has gone beyond their workplace – helping the communities around us and creating real social impact.”

Local 113 is proud to join the United Way campaign this year, and we look forward to meeting this year’s target!

Together, we can make every contribution count – and our communities stronger!

ATU Local 113 Statement on College System Strike

We are aware that OPSEU members in the College system are in a legal strike position and that there is the possibility of strike action. We would remind members of Local 113 as we have previously, that at all times our number one priority is the safety of members of the public and of transit workers.

If at any time, should you find it unsafe to cross a picket line you should not attempt to do so and instead should contact the TTC and advise them of the situation.

ATU Local 113 member Sydney Campbell, streetcar operator, was recognized today at the TTC Board Meeting for demonstrating great care and compassion.

On the evening of August 23^rd, Sydney spotted a young child, barefoot and alone. Acting quickly, she ensured the child’s safety by welcoming them on board the streetcar and making the child feel safe, engaged with police, and helped reunite the child with their family.

Thank you, Sydney, for demonstrating that TTC transit workers do more than keep Toronto moving – they look out for the community every single day.

ATU Local 113 Executive Board members and the United Indigenous Council attended the flag raising ceremony for Every Child Matters, held at Hillcrest Complex today, as part of our ongoing efforts for National Truth and Reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples.

The ceremony reflected on the painful legacy of Canada’s residential school system, the thousands of Indigenous children who suffered physical, emotional, and cultural abuse in these institutions. We honoured the lives lost and the survivors, recognized the intergenerational trauma that persists, and reflected on the role each of us plays in the journey toward healing and reconciliation.

ATU Local 113 stands in solidarity with Indigenous Peoples, determined to build a more inclusive and equitable society. We are committed to understanding the truth and to foster a nation where Indigenous voices are heard, their rights respected, and their cultures celebrated.

Local 113 recognizes the unwavering dedication of our United Indigenous Council, leading the way in our union, in our place of work, and in our community – creating greater understanding in the pursuit of justice, equity, healing and reconciliation.

Miigwetch.

#EveryChildMatters  #TruthAndReconciliation  #OrangeShirtDay #UnionSolidarity

Our members have started marching in the annual Labour Day Parade!

ATU Local 113 members preparing to head out for the Labour Day Parade!

ATU Local 113 delegates were proud to represent our local at the ATU Convention in New York City. Union leaders and members from ATU locals across Canada and the United States shared ideas, discussed innovation, the future of work, and strategies to ensure workers voices continue to be heard and workers’ rights protected.

ATU LOCAL 113 volunteering today at “Children’s Breakfast Club” Back to School backpack giveaway at Yorkgate Mall (Jane and Finch)

The right to strike is a fundamental right guaranteed by the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Transit workers represented by Amalgamated Transit Union Local 113 know only too well how strike bans were weaponized to impose unfair and unjust terms on workers and to thwart free collective bargaining.

Air Canada asked for arbitration so they can force flight attendants to work 30-40 hours a month for nothing.

Local 113 stands proud in support of CUPE flight attendants and their right to strike.