Greetings: On September 30th, 2021, Canada’s unions marked the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on this day by strengthening our resolve to fight for Indigenous rights and justice. September 30th is now recognized by the Federal and some provincial and territorial governments as an annual statutory holiday. This day has also historically been recognized…
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Her Majesty Queen II
It is with the great sadness that on September 7th, 2022, we all learned of the passing of Canada’s longest-reigning Sovereign, Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Canada’s history has long been tied to the Queen as we were one of many Commonwealth countries. Her Majesty’s tenure spanned over a remarkable 70 years as Queen. She spent…
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Labour Day Message from International Vice President Russ Shewchuk
Greetings: I would like to take this opportunity to wish each and every one of you an enjoyable and safe Labour Day weekend. Take the time to enjoy your family and friends and to put aside the stresses of your everyday work life. Please remember our Brothers and Sisters that are no longer with us…
MoreFree Course in B.C. Provides a Low-Barrier Introduction to the Electrical Trade
As job opportunities in the electrical and other building trades continue to expand throughout Canada, fears of a possible skilled-worker shortage continue to grow along with them. In British Columbia, for example, some estimates say that nearly 64,000 new tradespeople — including thousands of electrical workers — will be needed over the next 10 years….
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