June is Indigenous History Month — a time to honour the strength, history, and culture of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples. ATU Local 113 stands in solidarity with Indigenous communities and commits to truth, reconciliation, and justice every day.
This Pride Month, ATU Local 113 stands loud and proud with our 2SLGBTQIA+ members and community. We fight for equality on and off the job because justice, dignity, and respect are union values.
ATU Local 113 proudly participated in the recent Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) Convention in Winnipeg, Manitoba, alongside labour leaders and workers from across Canada to discuss workers’ rights, affordability, public services, organizing, transit funding, and social justice.
Delegates discussed the economic pressures facing workers, including layoffs, rising living costs, and job insecurity. Speakers emphasized strengthening labour protections, defending the right to strike, expanding anti-scab legislation, and growing the labour movement through organizing and leadership development.
The convention also highlighted the importance of apprenticeships, skilled trades, equity, inclusion, and coalition building within the labour movement.
Public transit funding became a major focus during the convention. Delegates successfully passed a resolution calling on the federal government to establish permanent, predictable, and dedicated operating funding for public transit across Canada. ATU delegates stood united in support of the resolution, reinforcing the importance of protecting transit jobs and investing in public transportation.
ATU Local 113 stands in solidarity with OPSEU members taking strike action across Ontario. We encourage everyone to show support by visiting local picket lines and sharing messages of solidarity.
Find a Worth Fighting For picket line near you:
The Toronto York Region Labour Council will be hosting its annual Indigenous and Workers of Colour Conference (IWOC). It will include presentations and workshops on AI and what it means for workers, Indigenous rights and Grassy Narrows, the organizing with the Toronto Tenant Union and more!
THEME: Think Global, Act Local: Our Voices, Our Choices, Our Lives.
WHEN: Saturday, June 13, 2026, 8:30am (REGISTRATION); 9:30am (CONFERENCE)
WHERE: IBEW Hall, 1377 Lawrence Ave E, Toronto, M3A 3P8
COST: $100 per registrant
REGISTRATION: QR Code
The Toronto York Region Labour Council is hosting a Municipal Election Training Conference on June 7, 2026.
The training is for those that are new to elections and those that will be joining campaign teams. Please scan the QR Code to register:
ATU LOCAL 113 BLACK CAUCUS PRESENTS: PRE-CARIBANA SNEAKER BALL
Get ready for a night of elegance, culture, music, food, and fresh sneakers as we bring the vibes before Caribana weekend officially kicks off!
Step out in your finest suits, gowns, tuxedos, dresses — and pair it all with your cleanest sneakers. This is where sophistication meets Caribbean energy.
Venue: Montecassino Hotel (3710 Chesswood Dr., North York, ON)
Date: Saturday, July 18th, 2026
Doors: Open: 7:00 PM
Dinner: 8:00 PM
Cash Bar Available
TICKET PRICES:
• ATU Local 113 Black Caucus Member Price: $50
• Early Bird: $60 (Ends June 7th)
• Regular Admission: $80
• Door Price: $100
Whether you’re coming to dance, network, celebrate community, or just show off that sneaker game… this is the event you do NOT want to miss.
Purchase Tickets Here:
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/atu-local-113-pre-caribana-sneaker-ball-july-18-2026-tickets-1988858050969
Spread the word. Bring your people.
This week, Toronto City Council reaffirmed ATU Local 113 concerns about Bill 98.
The Council debated Ontario’s Bill 98 and its potential impact on the TTC, municipal authority, riders, public accountability, and transit workers’ collective agreements.
Council considered a deferred motion from Councillor Jamaal Myers, seconded by Councillor Alejandra Bravo, on the proposed Fare Alignment and Seamless Transit Act measures in Bill 98. The motion warned that the legislation would give Ontario’s Minister of Transportation broad power over transit fares, service standards, route integration, transfers, regional coordination, and collective bargaining agreements.
A major concern was increased provincial control without matching operating funding. Councillors warned that Toronto could lose control over TTC fares and service planning while still being responsible for service and budget shortfalls. They also noted that fare integration could reduce TTC revenue, risking service cuts or fare increases without stable funding.
Council discussions emphasized:
The meeting reflected broad concern that Bill 98 could shift transit decision-making to Queen’s Park and weaken Toronto’s control over the TTC. Speakers also noted the TTC’s heavy reliance on fare revenue and warned that unfunded changes could hurt both riders and workers.
The debate also tied Bill 98 to wider concerns about growing provincial control over municipal governance and infrastructure planning. Public commentary has described the bill as a major step toward centralizing authority over local transit systems.
Council’s discussion was part of a broader advocacy effort by transit unions, rider groups, TTC leadership, and community organizations calling for amendments, stronger consultation, and funding protections before any regional fare integration regulations are introduced.
For the official City Council agenda history related to the motion, see:
TTC Chair Councillor Myers questioned TTC staff whether the Ontario government consulted with the TTC on Bill 98.
Councillor Bravo raised concerns about Toronto taxpayers subsidizing the Ontario government’s power grab.
Councillor Saxe questioned TTC CEO Mandeep Lali about the financial impact of Bill 98 on a transit system already facing major operating cost pressures and state-of-good-repair needs.
Councillor Malik expressed concerns about Bill 98 and jurisdiction over collective bargaining agreements of public sector workers.
TTC Chair Myers expressed concern about provincial overreach into municipal transit decision-making.
Councillor Bravo introduced an attachment to the TTC Board’s motion.
Councillor Saxe urged city councillors to support the motion by TTC Chair.
Councillor Matlow introduced a motion to restore 50/50 operational funding for public transit, which the Mike Harris government eliminated in 1998.
ATU Local 113 proudly hosted our annual Pensioners’ Party, celebrating their years of dedication and service. Their contributions have left a lasting impact on our union, and our members today have benefited from their legacy of sacrifice and solidarity.
Thank you to the Executive Board Members and all the volunteers who helped make the event such a success!
Happy Victoria Day from ATU Local 113! We hope members and their families enjoy a safe, restful long weekend and take time to recharge.