Greetings: On behalf of the 1st District Office staff, we wish you and your families a safe and happy long weekend as you celebrate Canada Day. Please note that the First District Office will be closed on Friday, June 30th and will resume regular business hours on Tuesday, July 4th. In solidarity, Russ Shewchuk International…
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – STATEMENT FROM IBEW CANADA ON THE GOVERNMENT OF CANADA’S SUSTAINABLE JOBS ACT
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 15, 2023 STATEMENT FROM IBEW CANADA ON THE…
MoreOrganizing Plan Ignites Growth at Newfoundland and Labrador Local
For years, Local 2330 was in a slump. Membership was declining at the local in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, and there was little active organizing. But with a few changes, it’s on a new path — and already adding signatory contractors and members. “It’s been a breath of fresh air,” said First District International…
MoreCoast-to-Coast Spring/Summer 2023 Update
Coast-to-Coast Spring/Summer 2023 Update IBEW “Open for Business” Membership Development Conference and Industry Night On Monday March 20th, 2023, organizers from across Canada descended upon Toronto for a day long organizing blitz. With the assistance of IBEW Local Union 353, teams of organizers were sent out to visit non-union job sites and collect information on our…
MoreEarly Bird Cash Draw Winner!
We are pleased to announce that the winner of the first Early Bird Cash Draw; ticket number #0281 for $5,000.00 – drawn yesterday, May 23rd at the 33rd Annual IBEW/MS Charity Golf Tournament by Alex Lolua, General Manager at Electrical Power Systems Construction Association (EPSCA)….and the winner is: John Mahoney, Local Union 2228 – Gander,…
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The IBEW First District office would like to announce that after a comprehensive application process, with 13 applicants who had outstanding videos and resumes, we are pleased to announce Brother Richard Prasad from Local Union 804 – Kitchener as the new Canadian Education Specialist, effective June 1, 2023. Brother Prasad joins the First District Office…
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