“We made a decision that we want to
grow,” said Dave Haggard to delegates.
“We want to stay the IWA. We want to
continue to fight and grow our union
as we have for 65 years of our history.
And we want to make sure, that at the
end of the day, that we’re successful,
and continue to have the best union in
this country.”

“That’s the challenge that we have as
leaders. But it’s an exciting time in our
union,” he added. “As the struggles
continue, and the tough times are
upon us, you see people come to the
forefront and become leaders like
you've never seen before.”

Brother Haggard and leaders from
the IWA’s past appeared in a 31 minute
video presention on the IWA’s history,
viewed by the convention.

back against right wing

= IWA National president

Dave Haggard’s opening speech
touched on important topics
including organizing, the fight-

governments across Canada, and
battling Weyerhaeuser on the
Coast of British Columbia.

= As is customary, all first-time delegates were asked to stand and given a round
of applause by fellow union members.

= Retiring national first = Harvey Arcand (right), seen
vice-president Neil here delivering part of the
Menard (below) read the officer's report, was elected by
safety report and was acclamation as the national
honoured by convention union’s first vice-president.

speakers and delegates.

= Former national
president Jack Munro
(right) regained his old
podium-pounding style
and conducted
nominations.

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