Founded on March 31, 2022, in beautiful Hope, British Columbia, the ANU founders believe that Canadians are truly better when we work together and formed All Nations United, a Labour Union steeped in Indigenous values.
Since then, ANU has grown, certifying workforces at several employers, adding benefits, pension and training programs and bringing our values of respect, dignity, honesty, collaboration, and unity into the Canadian labour world.
Not all unions are created equal. The traditional unions are often bogged down by their own massive bureaucracy, entrenched political ideology, and their inherent and illogical distrust of anyone outside their union executive.
ANU refuses to be like that. Joining ANU is a transformative experience rooted in Indigenous values. ANU stands out as a progressive force committed to justice, respect, and the well-being of our workers. Unlike its competitors, ANU prioritizes collaboration, unity, and family-like support, ensuring that your voice is heard and your rights are protected.
Mary French
PRESIDENT
Mary is a Coast Salish connector, communicator, and relationship builder with deep public and private sector ties across many regions of Canada.
Originally from Homalco First Nation on Vancouver Island, Mary has had a distinguished career in law enforcement serving as an RCMP police officer, where her work had a particular focus on community, family and children’s safety.
Mary has also served and advocated as an outreach worker within the school system, supporting children at risk in finding educational success. Most recently, Mary has played a strategic role in a major Canadian energy project, where her work focused on enhancing community safety, Indigenous engagement, and Indigenous economic opportunity for many Indigenous communities in Western Canada. In all contexts, Mary is a fierce advocate for Indigenous partnerships, engagement, and building forward-looking and practical solutions that enhance future opportunities for Canadian communities and workers.
Mary’s commitment to her family is and always has been a priority.
Reach out to Mary mfrench@anucanada.com
Dave Coles, Second Vice President
Dave has a long and distinguished career in Canadian Labour Relations. Beginning as a Local President and Regional Vice President of the Communication Energy and Paperworkers Union. Dave worked tirelessly focused on organizing and political action before becoming the National president in 2006.
He went on to become the founder of Unifor, a new union where CEP and Canadian Auto workers combined.
Dave is a respected trailblazer in the Canadian Labour movement. He has dedicated his career to improving opportunities and conditions for workers across the country.
Reach out to Dave dcoles@anucanada.com