David McFadden

Member ATU1320 Peterborough,Financial Secretary-Treasurer

[David McFadden @WEMOVEPTBO]

@ATUComm #NotOneMore

[ATU, Transit Union @ATUComm]

Bus operator safety is about public safety. Our transit agencies need to better protect our members. #NotOneMore #1u #canlab
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[ATU, Transit Union @ATUComm]

#UnionStrong #Solidarity #1u #canlab

[ATU, Transit Union @ATUComm]

Our striking Local 1208 JTRAN members took their picket line to City Council to demand MV be held accountable for their disrespect for our members and bad faith bargaining. We will Hold the Line! #OurVoiceOurPower #1u @MSAFLCIO

[ATU, Transit Union @ATUComm]

Another ATU strike, we will hold the line and win! #OurVoiceOurPower https://t.co/clIHOjLk3f

[ATU, Transit Union @ATUComm]

It’s Déjà vu in Jackson, Mississippi, with ATU International President John Costa on the ground as our Local 1208 JTRAN members went out on strike against contractor MV Transportation for the second time in less than 2 years.
“We know MV Transportation and its anti-union tactics well. Once again, they have shown that all they care about is making a profit on the backs of workers. Our members are on strike because MV Transportation refuses to treat them fairly and continues to engage in unlawful activities,” said Costa. “They are paying inexperienced scabs $50 per hour to drive buses, threatening safety and service. Why not come to the table to get this deal done to end the strike now? Until then, we will Hold the Line just like we did in 2024.”
The Mississippi Labor community and allies joined Costa on the picket lines to show solidarity with our JTRAN members.
These are workers who keep Jackson moving. Every route. Every stop. Every rider who depends on the bus. This isn’t workers versus riders. It’s workers fighting for their community. Because they ARE the community. We will stand with Local 1208 until MV Transportation comes to the table and gets this done. #OurVoiceOurPower

[ATU, Transit Union @ATUComm]

An historic and decisive @ATUlocal113 - Toronto, ON, victory for workers’ rights to privacy, security of the person, and for facts over junk science in drug testing case. #OurVoiceOurPower #canlab @OFLabour #1u #UnionStrong
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[ATU Local 113 @ATUlocal113]

The Amalgamated Transit Union, Local 113 has won a historic and decisive victory for workers’ rights to privacy, security of the person, and for facts over junk science.

Landmark Win for TTC Workers in Drug Testing Case – ATU Local 113

[ATU, Transit Union @ATUComm]

Our Local 1208 JTRAN members are standing strong and united on their picket lines against MV. Show your solidarity for their fight by contributing to their strike fund at https://t.co/sknykKT6m1 #1u #canlab @AFLCIO @MSAFLCIO #UnionStrong @CityOfJxnMS

[ATU, Transit Union @ATUComm]

Our Local 1091-Austin, TX, CapMetro workers are fed up with the disrespect and bad faith bargaining by Keolis. #OurVoiceOurPower https://t.co/3WIK3ZENrn

[ATU Local 113 @ATUlocal113]

This Canada Day, ATU Local 113 celebrates the values we strive for: fairness, equity, and solidarity. While we honour the good, we also recognize the need for truth, reconciliation, and justice across this land. A better Canada is built when all voices are heard.

[ATU, Transit Union @ATUComm]

In a big victory, almost 400 First Student school bus workers in Ancaster, ON, branch covering Hamilton, Haldimand, and Niagara, ON, voted to join our Local 107-Hamilton, ON. Kudos to these workers, Local 107, and retiring President/Business Agent Eric Tuck on this win. #OurVoiceOurPower

[ATU, Transit Union @ATUComm]

"We are deeply saddened to hear of the unexpected passing of our Local 1637-Las Vegas, NV, President/Business Agent William “Billy” Lynn Jr.
Billy dedicated his life to the pursuit of justice for the rights of our Local 1637 members and tirelessly advocated for the dignity of every worker.  A true unionist, and a devoted leader, Billy will be deeply missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and our Local 1637 members. Rest in Power, Billy." – ATU International President John Costa

[ATU, Transit Union @ATUComm]

The room was filled with purpose and power, as International President John Costa kicked off the 2026 ATU Legislative Conference in Washington, DC, with more than 170 Local officers from across the U.S. and members of the General Executive Board.

“You flew in from across the country to be here. Some of you drove. Some of you took the train, or maybe the bus. And I think that says something. Because when ATU members need to be somewhere, they show up,” Costa told attendees. “You’re here in D.C. at a very important time. I’m not going to sugarcoat this. The challenges in front of us right now are serious. Automation, transit funding, safety, 13(c) and the Midterm elections. Our Union is built for this. This week, Washington is going to hear from us. Let’s get to work!”

Costa presented the ATU-COPE awards, including the “Chairman’s Awards,” the “President’s Awards,” the “Patriot Awards,” and the “Political Activism Awards.”

Speakers included AFL-CIO President Liz Shuler, who talked about how our Union is a fighting Union that won’t back down. DC Mayoral Candidate Janesse Lewis George also spoke about her support for unions and how our Local 689-Washington, DC, was the first union she approached when she decided to run. Pennsylvania Candidate for Congress Janelle Stelson spoke by Zoom about her campaign that will be critical in upcoming midterm elections.

Attendees heard presentations on the pending Federal Surface Transportation Bill, the importance of ATU-COPE, and the ATU Political Program for the critical Midterm Elections this coming Fall. In addition, breakout workshops were held on Power Mapping and Lobbying in Practice, the Unique Risks of AI, and Effective Safety Committees.

To wrap up the day, Costa recognized Pride Month with a group photo to demonstrate our Union’s commitment to promoting diversity and to treating all people with respect and dignity.

Thank you to everyone who came to D.C. to learn and make our Union and country better. Day two starts tomorrow!

AFL-CIO Janeese Lewis George Janelle Stelson

[ATU, Transit Union @ATUComm]

Day one of the 2026 ATU Legislative Conference was an inspiring and busy day. #OurVoiceOurPower #1u #canlab @AFLCIO
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[Cory MacLeod ATU 1320 @LairdLeod]

As of Monday ATU 1320 is in bargaining with @CityPtbo. Our members deserve a fair and equitable contract. We move Ptbo and our Operators and Garage staff are looking for new language and compensation; a contract that is worthy of their hard work. Stay tuned! @ATUComm @atu_canada

[ATU, Transit Union @ATUComm]

Our Local 1091-Austin, TX, members are sending a loud and clear message to CapMetro they will do what is necessary to get a fair and just contract. #OurVoiceOurPower
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[ATU, Transit Union @ATUComm]

Kudos to our ATU Local 1360-Topeka, KS, for helping families in need with their annual food drive.

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[ATU, Transit Union @ATUComm]

Our Union has been raising the alarm on the high cost and perils of microtransit.
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[ATU Canada @atu_canada]

"On behalf of the members of ATU Canada, we mourn the loss of Stephen Lewis and honour a life that proved words, wielded with courage and conviction, are among the most powerful tools we have.

He gave our labour movement and all Canadians one of its greatest gifts: the belief that moral clarity, spoken plainly and without apology, could move the world.

To Michele, to Avi, to Ilana and Jenny, and to the entire Lewis family: our deepest condolences. His voice will not be forgotten."

ATU Canada President John Di Nino