Strong since 1975

I.L.A. Local 1997

Masters of our craft


We are ILA Local 1997, a union of passionate stevedores powering the bustling Port of Oshawa, Ontario. Since our establishment in 1975, we've been the bedrock of labor representation at our maritime hub, working hand in hand with our esteemed employer, QSL. Our mission is to champion the rights of workers, ensuring the safe, dependable, and efficient handling of cargo on the shores of the Great Lakes.