Edmonton, AB – The Carpenters’ Regional Council (CRC) is pleased to announce that UBC members in Alberta have successfully voted to ratify a new province-wide registered collective agreement (RCA). The new agreement will deliver a 10% wage increase over the next four years for union carpenters across the province. The three affiliated Local Unions of...
Check out Mental Health: Tips, Reminders, and Finding Resources! When trying to maintain our mental health, some days can be harder than others. On difficult days, we may even feel that we’re totally on our own. As a UBC member with the Carpenters’ Regional Council (CRC), you share a bond with your fellow brothers...
Q: Collaborating with the government is a big part of the work that happens at the Carpenters’ Union, could you explain what the Government Relations (GR) department does? A: Absolutely, politics intersects with our work in so many ways. As a union, we exist to protect workers’ rights and improve the working conditions and lives...
On May 15th, the Government of Ontario released its 2025 budget, in which Premier Doug Ford and Minister David Piccini continue to prioritize investment in the skilled trades. The budget includes substantial funding for construction training initiatives across the province. A key highlight is the government’s commitment to expand the In-Class Enhancement Fund by...
Helping more Canadian newcomers with foreign credentials write the Red Seal exam and join the construction industry workforce is the focus of a new United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America (UBC) Canadian District project. The UBC Bridge to Red Seal project, funded in part by the Government of Canada’s Foreign Credential Recognition (FCR) Program, aims to...
Celebrating the cultural contributions, talents, and strength of 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals is the primary pillar of Pride Season in Canada. Fun events are held in different regions across the country to honour the trailblazing efforts of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and some of the Locals under the Carpenters’ Regional Council will be participating. We’ve compiled a list...
The Carpenters’ Regional Council Apprenticeship Showcases are underway, bringing together the best and brightest apprentices from across the council to compete for a coveted spot in the National Apprenticeship Competition (NAC) later this year. Regional showcases are being held in Toronto, Edmonton and Regina, with apprentices competing in the trades of carpentry, drywall, interior/exterior trim,...
The 2025 Tax Fraud Days of Action campaign came during a politically charged time in Canada, with simultaneous consequential provincial and federal elections underway, capturing the national focus. Even with many elected officials nationwide focused on campaigning, the UBC Canadian District made significant strides in raising awareness, influencing policy, and advocating for positive legislative change...
Despite efforts to separate Angel and others like her from their roots, Local 343 member Angel embraced every opportunity to educate herself and connect with her culture. Angel is part of Pinaymootang First Nation on her father’s side. Although, much of Angel’s exploration of her Indigenous identity had to happen later in life, together with...
“Mothers are like glue. Even when you can’t see them, they’re still holding the family together.” – Susan Gale Being a mother is no easy job. Much like building any long-lasting structure, mothers build up and support their children; not with concrete or scaffolding, but with love and encouragement so that their children can thrive...
