Unifor Leader Jerry Dias Retires Early After Going on Medical Leave

Unifor President Jerry Dias gestures to members of the bargaining committee after announcing a three-year labour agreement with the Ford Motor Company, at a news conference in Toronto, Sept. 22, 2020. The Canadian Press/Chris Young

The head of Canada’s largest private-sector union is retiring amid what the organization says is ongoing health issues.

Unifor says in a statement that national president Jerry Dias is stepping down after more than eight years in the role.