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CTV News
5 hours ago
- Automotive
- CTV News
Former labour leader passes away
CAW President Buzz Hargrove leaves his table during a news conference in Toronto on Tuesday, June 3, 2008. (J.P. Moczulski / THE CANADIAN PRESS) According to a post on social media, former CAW leader Buzz Hargrove has died. 'A proud Local 444 member who rose to lead the CAW and shape Canada's labour movement,' read the post. Hargrove first became involved in the automotive sector as a line worker for the Chrysler assembly plant in Windsor and succeeded Bob White as president of the CAW in 1992. More details to come.
Globe and Mail
13 hours ago
- Business
- Globe and Mail
Unifor mourns the loss of Buzz Hargrove, tireless champion of workers' rights
TORONTO, June 15, 2025 /CNW/ - Unifor is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Basil "Buzz" Hargrove, a beloved and iconic figure in Canada's labour movement. As National President of the Canadian Auto Workers (CAW) from 1992 until his retirement in 2008, Buzz was a tireless advocate for working people and a deeply respected leader whose impact will be felt for generations.
