Steelworkers Humanity Fund donates $10,000 in humanitarian support to Ukrainian workers

This section is Partnership Content suppliedThe content in this section is supplied by GlobeNewswire for the purposes of distributing press releases on behalf of its clients. Postmedia has not reviewed the content. by GlobeNewswire Article contentTORONTO, March 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Steelworkers Humanity Fund (SHF) is donating $10,000 to international efforts to provide humanitarian assistance to Ukrainian workers and their families.Sign In or Create an AccountEmail AddressContinueor View more offersArticle contentThe SHF donation, along with contributions from other Canadian labour groups, are being made to the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC) Solidarity Fund, to support ITUC affiliates providing humanitarian assistance in Ukraine – the Federation of Trade Unions of Ukraine (FPU) and the Confederation of Free Trade Unions of Ukraine (KVPU).Article contentWe apologize, but this video has failed to load.Try refreshing your browser, ortap here to see other videos from our team.Article contentArticle contentAt the onset of the Russian Federation’s invasion of Ukraine, the International Executive Board of the United Steelworkers union (USW) issued a strong statement condemning this unprovoked assault on a sovereign nation and the resulting violence against Ukrainian citizens.Article contentTop StoriesGet the latest headlines, breaking news and columns.There was an error, please provide a valid email address.Sign UpBy signing up you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc.Thanks for signing up!A welcome email is on its way. If you don't see it, please check your junk folder.The next issue of Top Stories will soon be in your inbox.We encountered an issue signing you up. Please try againInterested in more newsletters? Browse here.Article contentUnfortunately, the Ukrainian people and their unions continuing to face systematic shelling by the Russian army. These attacks have recently intensified despite ongoing negotiations, with vital public infrastructure and energy facilities being deliberately destroyed during an exceptionally harsh winter.Article content“As the conflict enters its fifth year of violence and displacement, the USW is committed to supporting its trade union partners in Ukraine who remain on the front line, providing humanitarian assistance to workers and their families,” said Marty Warren, SHF President and USW National Director.Article contentSince the first day of the invasion, the ITUC and its affiliates have demonstrated their solidarity by providing assistance through the ITUC Solidarity Fund.Article contentFounded in 1985, the Steelworkers Humanity Fund is a registered charitable organization that focuses primarily on development projects and emergency aid in developing countries but also supports Canadian communities. USW members contribute to the fund through clauses negotiated into collective agreements. In some cases, employers make matching contributions to the fund.Article contentMedia Contacts:Article contentMarty Warren, President, Steelworkers Humanity Fund, 416-544-5951Guillaume Charbonneau, Executive Director, Steelworkers Humanity Fund, 416-544-5944, gcharbonneau@usw.caDenis St. Pierre, USW Communications, 647-522-1630, dstpierre@usw.caArticle contentArticle contentArticle contentArticle contentArticle contentArticle contentTrending Beer, wine sales fall even more, putting tax revenues on the rocks, but one boozy drink is on the rise Retail & Marketing ‘As dead as fried chicken’: Why Trump finally fired Noem Economy CNRL says it will delay $8-billion mine expansion until carbon pricing rules are clear Oil & Gas These eight charts show 'rupture' with Canada under Trump's tariffs Economy Posthaste: Canadians are paying more than lip service to Buy Canada — and now the numbers prove it News Share this article in your social networkCommentsYou must be logged in to join the discussion or read more comments.Create an AccountSign in Join the Conversation Postmedia is committed to maintaining a lively but civil forum for discussion. Please keep comments relevant and respectful. Comments may take up to an hour to appear on the site. You will receive an email if there is a reply to your comment, an update to a thread you follow or if a user you follow comments. Visit our Community Guidelines for more information. Beer, wine sales fall even more, putting tax revenues on the rocks, but one boozy drink is on the rise Retail & Marketing ‘As dead as fried chicken’: Why Trump finally fired Noem Economy CNRL says it will delay $8-billion mine expansion until carbon pricing rules are clear Oil & Gas These eight charts show 'rupture' with Canada under Trump's tariffs Economy Posthaste: Canadians are paying more than lip service to Buy Canada — and now the numbers prove it News