United in Caring

United Way and Labour have been partners for more than 50 years

The partnership developed around a common interest: ensuring that workers and their families have access to social services in their community.

United Way Winnipeg is proud to have been founded by a joint effort of the Winnipeg Labour Council and the Winnipeg Chamber of Commerce, and we have had a long standing, constructive working relationship since 1965. It’s a legacy and impact that Union members and activists have every reason to be proud of.

Many workplaces than run fundraising campaigns are unionized. But the partnership goes deeper than just financial support.

Labour representatives volunteer with United Way Winnipeg as members of our Board of Trustees, our Campaign Cabinet Labour Engagement division, and as part of the CLC United Way Labour Community Advocates Program. United Way Winnipeg also has a Labour Director who works to connect to and reinforce awareness of Labour’s work in supporting critical social services through our annual fundraising campaign.

To learn more about our history and partnership, since the early days of the Winnipeg General Strike click here.