NEWS - Manitoba Federation of Union Retirees (MFUR)

Democracy Conversations – Democracy and Labour

Every second Wednesday of the month, a gathering is held at Young United Church to discuss how we might strengthen our democracy.

Moist brings greetings to Unifor Retired Workers Regional Council

MFUR celebrates National Seniors Day

October 1st of each year is #NationalSeniorsDay, which coincides with the United Nations International Day of Older Persons.

Labour Day Message from CURC

Labour Day is the day to look back and celebrate all the victories over the years. As union retirees we look forward to dignity in our retirement and programs to ensure affordability in our lives.

Labour Day 2024: Statement by MFUR President Paul Moist

Paul Moist, President of MFUR issued the following statement regarding Labour Day:

MFUR President Paul Moist joins labour canvass to elect NDP candidate Leila Dance

On July 29, labour and union retirees kicked off the federal by-election in Elmwood-Transcona with a canvass.

Barb Jones recipient of 2024 Judy Cook Woman of Achievement Award

The MFL presented Sister Barb Jones with the 2024 Judy Cook Woman of Achievement Award at its Convention this past May.

Canada’s unions: workers have waited long enough to pass Bill C-64, An Act Respecting Pharmacare June 18, 2024

Bruske: The Senate must pass the bill without amendments or further delays.

MFUR Vice-President Oakley speaks in support of Bill 17

On May 13, MFUR Vice-President Sandra Oakley, made a presentation at the Manitoba Legislature in support of Bill 17, the bill that will amend the Workplace Safety and Health Act and re-establish the Advisory Council on Workplace Safety and Health, which was repealed in 2018 by the previous conservative government.