Why join?
- Strength in Numbers
You will be part of an international union with over 80,000 members
- Safer Workplaces
We are determined problem-solvers dedicated to supporting our members
- Better Deals for Workers
We believe in working with employers in a respectful and mutually beneficial way to adapt to realities of today while defending our members’ jobs
- Equitable Workloads
Through our involvement in the community and the labour movement we fight for fairness – for our members and for all workers
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What members are saying
"The Society is like the unsung hero that works constantly to ensure our rights are protected and our workplace is safe and positive. Thank you Society!"
Michelle M.Hydro One
"I applied and had an interview for a job posting. Based on my interview score, qualifications, experience and work performance I was expecting an offer… This did not happen… My Society representatives worked well beyond their best and showed a great deal of their leadership to solve my issue and get me the permanent position which I am holding now."
Ferhat C.Ontario Power Generation
"As a lawyer working for Legal Aid Ontario in Sudbury, I was impressed with the level of support the Society of United Professionals offered our northern members. The Society listens to the challenges our regional members face and is committed to improving our unique position."
Renée F.Legal Aid Ontario
"In our workplace, all employees, including administrative and technical staff, are members of the union. We’ve now been members for over 10 years and have a good working relationship with our employer and a strong collective agreement."
Janet S.Ontario Energy Board
"We approached the Society of United Professionals and chose them because of the union’s reputation in the legal community and the level of support we received during our organizing effort. We are excited to be union members and look forward to our bargaining relationship with our employer."
Jenny Q.Chinese and Southeast Asian Legal Clinic