Modern buildings increasingly need to be “smart” to meet customer demands, packed with building automation and power-over-ethernet systems alongside voice and data networks. This requirement has created a critical need for qualified union network cabling specialists to handle these installations. To help meet the demand, the Construction Council of Ontario recently secured a $4.5 million…
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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Greetings: Started in 2013, Orange Shirt Day helps increase awareness of the effects of Residential Schools on Indigenous Communities in Canada. The name comes from the story of Phyllis (Jack) Webstad. On her first day of residential school at 6 years old, she had her orange shirt taken from her, a gift from her grandmother. …
MoreWebinar Wednesdays – IBEW Votes 2021
View as PDF Thank you to all who have attended our webinars and have provided feedback. We’re excited to announce our next webinar titled, “IBEW Votes 2021”. To prepare for the upcoming federal election on September 20th, join this webinar to learn how the Canadian political system works and how you as an IBEW member…
MoreN.L. Sisters Use Women’s Committee to Bond Over Service to Others
AnnMarie Candow and Laura Kieley enjoy performing community service in their hometown of St. John’s, Newfoundland. But until the last three years, they didn’t think about doing so with their local unions. That changed when they were introduced to the Women’s Committee — Candow with her local union and Kieley at the international level. The two…
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View as PDF Please view the Labour Day video message from IVP Tom Reid. Dear Sisters and Brothers: This Labour Day is our day to celebrate the accomplishments we have achieved together as part of the world’s oldest and largest electrical workers union and the greatest union in the world, the IBEW. We only have…
MoreManitoba Hydro Members End Successful Strike for a Fair Contract
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Local 2034 members are breathing easier since the end of their 9-week strike in May. “Everybody can get back to normal,” said Local 2034 Business Manager Mike Espenell. “It’s been a long road and we’re happy to be at an end that benefits everyone.” The roughly 2,300 members who work for Crown Corporation…
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