UNITE HERE Local 40 is recruiting a full-time Campaign Researcher to conduct research, develop strategy, and move campaigns to win justice for BC’s hospitality workers. UNITE HERE Local 40 is B.C.’s hospitality union and is leading the fight to organize the unorganized and at the forefront of campaigns for workers’ rights and quality jobs. We represent […]
UNITE HERE Local 40 is a progressive labor union at the forefront of battles for workers’ rights, living wages, and quality jobs in cities throughout British Columbia. At UNITE HERE, we believe that “one job should be enough.” Defying standards in a hospitality industry otherwise dominated by low wages and no job protections, our members win […]
Vancouver, BC — UNITE HERE Local 40 will host a press conference Friday morning at City Hall and urge Council to “stop the giveaways!” In a controversial 5 to 4 vote, ABC councillors approved a 50% expansion of slot machines at Parq Casino worth millions in exchange for crumbs – despite the casino owing $400,000 […]
Vancouver, BC – In a narrow 5-4 vote last night, Vancouver’s ruling ABC party approved a 50% expansion of slot machines at Parq Casino, allowing 300 additional machines despite strong opposition from residents and objections raised by a top Vancouver medical health official. Over 75 hospitality workers from UNITE HERE Local 40, along with community […]
List Highlights Responsible and Irresponsible Employers Vancouver, BC —With Vancouver preparing to host thousands of visitors during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, a new report released today draws a clear line between airport concession operators at Vancouver International Airport (YVR) that uphold fair labour standards and living wages and those whose practices raise concerns. The […]