The below article was submitted by Brother Marc Pallard from IBEW Local 2228. This submission will be included in the August 2025 edition of The Electrical Worker under ‘Local Lines’. HALIFAX, NS — IBEW Local 2228 member Sean Piercey has been awarded the TechNova Lifetime Member Award for his exceptional and sustained contributions to Canada’s…
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Safety has always been a cornerstone of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW). Born out of a need to protect workers from unsafe conditions, the union continues to lead with this mission, especially in the utility sector where the risks remain high. The Canadian Utility Safety Program (CUSP) was created in 2012 after a…
More2025 IBEW Canada Membership Development Conference Recap
Our 2025 Membership Development Conference was more than a meeting. It was an opportunity to bring together IBEW members and leaders from across Canada to connect, share, and strategize. Thank you to every member who contributed their insight and energy. And to our industry partners, thank you for joining us at our third annual Industry…
MoreAtlantic Canada Local Shows Resilience
When St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, Local 2330 recently signed its first-ever agreement covering electrical work on an offshore oil platform, it was another sign that brighter days lie ahead for the IBEW in this Atlantic province. “It’s a few members on a small scope, but it’s a start to bigger things to come,” Local…
MoreHappy Canada Day, IBEW!
Canada Day is a time to reflect on who we are and what we stand for. The world feels uncertain right now. Many are facing conflict, division, and hardship. But here in Canada, we’re fortunate to live in a sovereign nation guided by respect, fairness, and democratic values. We’re proud of that. And we’re proud…
MoreIBEW Canada Supports National Collaboration on Skilled Trades Training
On June 24, IBEW Canada proudly joined national partners and government leaders at IBEW Local 353’s training centre in Mississauga, ON, for a media event hosted by the Future Skills Centre (FSC), Skillplan, and Canada’s Building Trades Unions (CBTU). The event spotlighted The Pan-Canadian Recruitment and Training System for Canada’s Unionized Construction Sector, a national…
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