USW – Local 5296

Monthly Local Meetings Cancelled Until Further Notice Due to COVID-19 Precautions

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Newsletter: Spring 2020

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Temporary Office Closure

Due to precautions meant to limit the transmission of COVID-19, we will not be offering office hours at this time. If you require assistance, please call our offices at 416-593-7587 or 905-629-3892. Due to high call volume, please leave a voicemail message, which will be responded to as soon as possible. You can also email us at office@uswlocal5296.ca, or email your union representative directly

Steelworkers Dental Centres – Closed until further notice

Due to the Government of Ontario declaring a State of Emergency, the Steelworker Dental Centres are closed until further notice. If you have a dental emergency, please contact the Dental Emergency Service at 416-485-7121 or visit the link below to locate a dental office near you.

https://www.rcdso.org/en-ca/rcdso-members/2019-novel-coronavirus/covid-19-dental-clinics-offices-offering-emergency-services

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USW 5296 represents over 7,000 security guards who provide surveillance and protection for organizations and companies in all industries. Established in 1994, USW 5296 is a local of the United Steel Workers, the largest private sector union in North America.