Brothers and Sisters, This year has been one of growth, progress, and solidarity. We’re strengthening our voice across every sector we represent; advancing skilled trades priorities in Parliament with Canada’s Building Trades Unions; and continuing to push for fair labour policies for all workers. Every day, IBEW members power, connect, and serve our communities with…
MoreAction Alert: C-5 Major Projects Legislation
Canada’s Building Trades Unions and IBEW Canada need your support. With the now passed Bill C-5, this government seeks to accelerate the building of major infrastructure projects in the matter of national interest. Our membership will be crucial for meeting the workforce demands of our country’s evolving economy. To create well-paid unionized jobs, all taxpayer-funded…
MoreElectrical Injury Day of Recognition
October 6 has been selected as a day of recognition by the Canadian electrical industry in order to raise awareness about the long term consequences of electrical shock exposure. The risk of electrical shock is not limited to electricians or tradespersons, it can happen to anyone, anywhere at any time, and unfortunately for too long…
MoreLNG Canada Phase Two to Be Built 100% by Canada’s Building Trades Unions
On September 26, at the Vancouver Convention Centre, leaders gathered to celebrate LNG Canada’s Phase Two announcement: the largest private capital project in Canadian history. The event brought together BC Premier David Eby, Federal Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Tim Hodgson, and Canada’s Building Trades (CBTU) Executive Members, including IBEW Canada International Vice President (IVP)…
MoreIBEW Lauded by Prime Minister, Wins Grants
The IBEW earned a major win in Canada when it secured more than $13 million in federal funding for two Brotherhood-affiliated groups. A total of $10 million will go to the Western Joint Electrical Training Society — a training and facility initiative among three British Columbia local unions: Victoria Local 230, Kamloops Local 993 and…
MoreMessage from IVP Shewchuk: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Sisters and Brothers, September 30th marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Established to honour the survivors of the residential school system, remember the children who never returned home, and recognize the wide-reaching impacts of these institutions on Indigenous families and communities, September 30th is now recognized by the Federal and some provincial and territorial governments as…
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