Windsor Salt Workers' Strike
International Women's Day Action Stands with Striking Windsor Salt Workers
On March 8, International Women's Day, a spirited rally was held at the picket line of Windsor Salt workers. The rally expressed support for the striking workers and for the opposition of the workers in Windsor-Essex and Ontario to the introduction of U.S. union-busting law firms to break the workers' resistance to the contracting out of their work.
Teacher
Laura Chesnik spoke to those gathered on behalf of Empower Yourself
Now, which organized the rally in support of the workers. International
Women's Day is synonymous with the fight of women for the recognition of
their rights and the rights of all, she said. It is most fitting that
on this day women should support the Windsor Salt workers whose strike
is in defence of their right to bargain their working conditions and
defend their jobs and health and safety against contracting out. She
expressed the appreciation of the community for the
workers'
defence of their rights on a matter that concerns all Canadian workers
at this time, which is to not permit companies to act with impunity with
government support.
The action included contingents from the labour and anti-war
movements as well as community activists and youth from Windsor-Essex.
They were joined by a contingent of retirees representing United
Steelworkers Local 1005 from Hamilton, Ontario, who came to express
their support and learn about
the strike. Rank-and-file salt workers on the picket line welcomed
everyone and took time to speak with those who came out and explain the
important work they do and what they are fighting for.
(Photos: WF, EYN)
This article was published in
Number 11 - March 10, 2023
Article Link:
https://cpcml.ca/WF2023/Articles/WO10111.HTM
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