Partnership with Labour
United Way and the Canadian Labour Congress have been partners since 1978 – working together to strengthen communities across Canada. The partnership developed around a common interest: ensuring that workers and working families have the support they need to succeed.
Unions across Canada are longstanding and generous contributors to United Way campaigns, encouraging members to volunteer and give. But the partnership goes much deeper than just financial support. Labour representatives advocate for those in need in their communities. They serve on United Way boards and committees, and offer programs like cooperative housing, childcare and other services.
At United Way Elgin Middlesex, our Labour staff work with Labour in the community, the London & District Labour Council, the St. Thomas & District Labour Council, and the London Building Trades Council to keep this partnership alive.
Jess offers a number of trainings, programs and services in Elgin and Middlesex.
Mission
Through the historic Labour principles of social activism and solidarity, we will work to increase the social conscience of our members through communication, education, engagement and actualization to create a community where everyone matters and is able to reach their full potential without barriers due to poverty, social status or disability.
Vision
Engaging Labour for positive change in our community.
United Way lifts people up and gives them the opportunities to live a fuller life. Working together builds solidarity strong, diverse, and vibrant communities.
Labour Appreciation Awards Night
Every year United Way Elgin Middlesex, in partnership with Labour United, recognizes local labour community activists who go above and beyond to ensure everyone in this region has a fair shot at their best life. With the many issues our community has faced in the last year alone, we are privileged to honour and celebrate our local activists and heroes who work tirelessly for social justice.
