History: 

This bargaining unit was originally known as McKinnon’s Industries. In 1936, workers at McKinnon’s voted to join the UAW, at which time Local 199 was formed and became the second UAW Local Union in Canada. The first contract was signed in 1937.

Products: 

GM St. Catharines Powertrain Plant manufactures transmissions, V6 and V8 Engines.

Members:

1,400 unionized members

Hot Links for the GM Unit

• Link to GM Reps Reports
• Link to GM Chairperson Reports
• Link to GM Canada News
• GM Show n Shine Car Show 2015
• Dealer – John Bear St Catharines

Plant Tour 2015