We Are the REI Union.
We are unionizing at REI!
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We know that as workers at REI, we are at the center of what makes our stores great. Our shared passion for the outdoors and spirit of inclusiveness is what keeps our members coming into our stores. Our hard work and expertise have value and deserve respect.
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We’re unionizing at REI because we have not been provided with the working conditions and benefits we need to do the job we love. REI needs to be held accountable to their stated values. Too many of us are struggling to make ends meet, and we shouldn’t have to worry about things like sudden cuts to our hours.
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Having a union contract gives you and your coworkers a voice in the policies that affect your daily work lives and the ability to secure the benefits you deserve. That’s why we’re coming together at REI to advocate for guaranteed minimum hours, pay that reflects our value and seniority, improved safety standards, and real job protections - all guaranteed in writing.
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We voted to unionize at our stores to help build a better REI for everyone! We believe that the REAL way forward is with a union and that no matter where you work, you and your coworkers should have a say in how your store is run. We all deserve better. We all deserve a union.
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REI Co-op, UFCW, and RWDSU Issue Joint Statement on Contract Negotiations
February 27th, 2026
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REI Co-op and a coalition of union locals from the United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) and the Retail, Wholesale and Department Store Union (RWDSU) met this week to continue discussions toward collective bargaining agreements for the 11 unionized REI stores.
After meeting for two days, the parties were unable to reach an agreement.
REI has declared bargaining impasse and is implementing the economic terms of its last, best, and final offer at the 11 certified stores. The Union denies that the parties are at impasse and has filed claims disputing the co-op’s position.
Both parties will engage in future discussions to reach an agreement and continue to work toward a mutually agreeable path forward.
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