Union Savings 101: Local 787 Members Get ALL THIS FOR FREE
Union Savings Membership discount with UA Local 787, offers discount of every day products to reduce the cost of living.
TLDR; a summary of key points:
Free & Exclusive for Union Members – Union Savings is a not-for-profit program offering discounts exclusively for union members and their families, with the sole mission of reducing the cost of living.
No Cost to Join or Use – Union Savings is not funded by union dues; access is a perk of being in the labor movement.
Big Savings – Members can save 10%, 25%, or even 60% on essentials like cellphone plans (Bell, Telus, Rogers), electronics (Samsung, Lenovo), gym memberships, tutors, oil changes (Mr. Lube), clothing (Mark’s, RW&Co.), entertainment (Wonderland, CNE, Mont Tremblant), and more.
Easy Access – Just create an account on the user-friendly website and browse categories for online and in-store discounts, with the option to access a digital Union Savings card for convenience.
Family Members Benefit Too – Members can apply discounts on behalf of their loved ones.
New Deals & Contests – Union Savings is hosting an exclusive UA Local 787 contest! Read this blog to enter for a chance to win one of five $100 prizes. Don’t forget to check back often—Union Savings regularly runs major contests for cash, trips, and more.
Special Park’N’Fly Discounts – Available directly on our membership portal and through Union Savings.
If you’re a member of UA Local 787 and haven’t explored Union Savings yet, you might want to. It could take the weight off your mind, and add it to your pocketbook.
Wow! Look at those discounts! UA local 787 members can save big with Union Savings.
It’s no secret that the cost of living has been on the rise. The balancing act of financial priorities, affordability, buying local, and saving for a rainy day has many Canadians feeling the strain. In 2022, 35% of Canadians reported difficulty meeting their basic financial needs, with an unexpected $500 expense being enough to exhaust their resources (statscan). The Consumer Price Index (CPI) showed a 1.8% year-over-year rise in 2024 (statscan). Let’s not get started on the shenanigans going with our neighbours south of our border. Tariffs, rising global tensions and economic uncertainty has Canadian workers and small business owners on edge.
For hardworking skilled tradespeople, every dollar counts—especially in today’s economy. UA Local 787 aims to provide holistic supports for our members, not just advocating for them in their careers but also in their daily lives. That’s why we’re proud of our long-standing partnership with Union Savings, Canada’s only not-for-profit, union-run benefits program.
What is Union Savings?
Founded in 1989 by leaders of various Canadian labour unions, Union Savings is a non-profit organization focused on securing discounts for union members and retirees, reducing the cost of living at no cost to members.
It’s completely free and voluntary—any Canadian union can join, and it costs members nothing to use. And no, it’s not funded by union dues or fees.
Let’s break down how Union Savings can help you save money while supporting the Canadian labor movement.
Your union dues are not going towards the cost of operation of this service. Union Savings is free to join and self funded.
What types of discounts does Union Savings offer to members?
Union Savings provides hundreds of discounts to help lower everyday costs across categories like technology, health & wellness, entertainment, and travel. Popular discounts include:
Phone plans (Bell, Telus, Rogers)
Electronics (Samsung, JVC, Lenovo)
Entertainment & sporting events
Hotel stays & travel discounts
Gym memberships & online mental health services
Discounted oil changes at Mr. Lube
Competitive mortgage rates & rebates
Union Savings constantly negotiates new deals, ensuring members get the best discounts possible.
Union Savings offers discounts on daily expenses like entertainment, fashion, travel, clothing and more from household brands you know and trust.
With Union Savings you can get discounts of cellphone plans with preferred rates and discounts on industry related work attire.
How much can the average member expect to save by using Union Savings?
If members access the discounts on services and products they are already buying, hey may end up saving 10%, 25%, or even 60% on the regular prices.
Union Savings can provide discounts on everyday items offering up to 60% off the regular retail prices.
Can Union Savings discounts really help the cost of living?
Yes. One of Union Savings' key objectives is to help combat the cost of living crisis by offering discounts on a wide variety of services. These discounts cover everything from cellphone plans, home insurance, gyms, and financial services, to educational tutoring, mental health services, and much more. Their extensive partnerships include well-known brands like Mr. Lube, Pita Land, David’s Tea, Canada’s Wonderland, Ray-Ban, the CNE, Medieval Times, the ROM, TSO, Rogers, Telus, Marks, Shoes for Crews, Reitmans, and Suzy Shier, to name just a few.
Addressing more than just the basics
The cost of living doesn’t just impact the basic needs like food and clothing. When daily costs rise, there may be fewer resources to allocate to other important aspects of life, delaying progress in areas like estate planning, medical care, financial services, and continuing education. Union Savings helps members save here too. Partnerships with services like LegalWills, TurboTax, Willful, and UFile can help cut costs for tax services and estate planning. Continuous discounts on educational services like French classes or tutoring through Edu-Tutor or TutorBright, are ideal for anyone looking to enhance their own skills or support their children’s educational progress.
Healthcare and convenience savings
In terms of healthcare, Union Savings offers substantial discounts (up to 30%) on online services such as Pillway, an online pharmacy that delivers medications directly to your door, making healthcare more accessible and affordable.
Nationwide Savings
Union Savings isn’t just limited to discounts in Ontario — their offerings span across Canada. Whether you're visiting Vancouver, Halifax, or any other part of the country, you can still take advantage of the discounts available to you in your local area. And don’t forget that Union Savings updates their deals regularly, adding new vendors and negotiating fresh discounts, ensuring that the savings always stay current.
Union Savings' offerings span across Canada, so even a resident in Ontario can use a discount in Vancouver, or Halifax if they are visiting the area. What’s more, they negotiate prices regularly and add new vendors all the time, so the savings never feel stale or outdated.
Union Savings offers discounts of brand names may already know and use like Bell, Telus, Rogers, Samsung, and more.
How does Union Savings work?
Union Savings has a business model that allows it to be fully self sustaining without charging it’s members for participation. Union Savings leverages the collective strength of its members—over 190 labor unions representing more than 3 million Canadians—to negotiate discounts with businesses and service providers across Canada. Power in numbers!
As a non-profit, Union Savings has no obligation to generate wealth. Instead, they operate by earning a small commission when members use their discounts. This commission covers their operational costs, allowing Union Savings to remain completely free for affiliated unions and their members.
Do Family Members Get Union Savings Discounts Too?
Yes! While membership is exclusive to registered unions and locals, members can apply discounts for their families.
And for those working in unionized offices or companies, there are exclusive business discounts on:
✔️ Online education
✔️ Shipping solutions
✔️ Union management software
✔️ Office supplies
✔️ Solidarity savings accounts
✔️ Promotional products
Rest assured, Union Savings only partners with businesses that are pro-union or neutral—so you’ll never see them offering deals from anti-union companies like Walmart.
Can Anyone Offer a Discount to Union Members?
Union Savings is always looking for new vendors! If you work for a business (or own one!) that could benefit from access to over 3 million union members and their families, apply here.
With skilled trades like HVACR being essential to modern infrastructure, your business could thrive on their platform (but you’ll have to ask them!)
Union Savings even offers discounts on home and auto insurance!
How Can Members Access Union Savings?
If you’re accustomed to purchasing products online the website should feel simple to navigate. For those familiar with affiliate links or coupon codes, the platform is simple to navigate.
Go to UnionSavings.ca and create an account.
You’ll need basic demographic info.
Use your personal email (not your work email) so you always have access—even if you change jobs or retire.
2. Browse & activate discounts.
Some discounts are online-only, while others are in-store-only.
3. Use your digital Union Savings card (if needed).
Some businesses may ask for it in-store.
The Union Savings website is organized by category (e.g., automotive, electronics, entertainment) and features search functionality for specific items. And keep an eye out for specail categories, like seasonal holidays, “What’s New” and “Shop Canadian”.
What if I’m having trouble using Union Savings?
Not used to online purchasing? Having an issues with a discount? Don’t worry!
Union Savings has customer support via phone & email:
📞 1-800-418-2990
📧 info@unionsavings.ca
The Union Savings website is organized by category (e.g., automotive, electronics, entertainment) and features search functionality for specific items.
Wow! Win big with a contest exclusive to UA Local 787 members, brought to you by Union Savings!
Did You Know? Union Savings Runs Major Contests!
Union Savings regularly holds contests with prizes like cash, trips, and exclusive products. In 2024, they gave away $35,000 in prizes for their 35th anniversary!
Good news for UA Local 787 members:
Union Savings has agreed to run an exclusive contest just for UA Local 787!
🎉 How to enter:
If you sign up for a new Union Savings account between now and April 11th, 2025. (Already have an account? Great! You’re already entered!)
The contest runs till April 11th 2025.
You’ll be entered to win 1 of 5 available prizes of $100.
Ready to join? Create a Union Savings Account HERE
Contest Guidelines:
The contest runs 1 month (30 days) from date of blog posted
March 11th 2025 to April 11th 2025.
Any UA Local 787 member with a Union Savings Account created before April 11th 2025 is automatically entered into the contest draw.
Winners are selected at random by Union Savings and will be announced shortly after the contest closes on April 11th.
Prizes are valued at $100, winners will be invited to giftcards.ca to select an allocation for their prize (ex: prepaid Visa card, gas card, DoorDash, etc)
Members must be in good standing with UA Local 787. Members whose Union membership is not in good standing with UA Local 787 may risk being disqualified (contact UA Local 787 for additional information)
Contest details are simple! Create an account on Union Savings platform to be automatically entered. If you’ve already made an account, you’re already entered to win!
Pro Tips from Union Savings?
We spoke with Madelin Burt-D'Agnillo, Membership Engagement Director at Union Savings, to get her top tips for maximizing your account:
📢 Join their mailing list – Scroll to the homepage footer to sign up for the Union Savings newsletter and get exclusive updates!
📢 Spread the word! Word-of-mouth is the best way to share the savings with fellow union members.
📢 Check back often – New discounts are added regularly, and limited-time deals pop up throughout the year.
📢 Fun Fact – A little known fact that Union Savings is often confused for a bank!
But wait! There’s More!
Union Savings isn’t the only discount partnership available to UA Local 787 members!
In March 2024, UA Local 787 partnered with Park’N Fly, Canada’s leading airport parking service. Since 1974, Park’N Fly has been committed to making airport parking fast, easy, and hassle-free with their “Park Happy” mission. They operate in seven major Canadian cities: Vancouver, Edmonton, Winnipeg, Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, and Halifax.
Travelling soon? Enjoy savings off the online rate when you use UA Local 787’s exclusive discount code with Park’N’Fly. Visit the membership portal for full details!
How to Access Your Exclusive Member Discount
This exclusive discount applies to both business and personal travel. UA Local 787 members can visit the Members’ Portal to:
📢 Get Local 787’s unique discount code
📢 Access a QR code to download the Park’N Fly app
📢 Contact Nick Spagnolo, UA Local 787’s dedicated account manager from Park’N’Fly for additional assistance
Pro tip: Discounts for Park’N’Fly are also available on Union Savings. For details on stacking offers, connect with our Park’N’Fly account manager directly.
Important Notes:
📌 Reservations are required in advance to access the discounted rates.
📌 Reservations can be made through the Park’N Fly app or website.
📌 Their newly enhanced app offers a faster, more convenient user experience
🔗 Check out their savings directly: Visit Park’N’Fly