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UBC Members in B.C. Breaking Ground and Laying Segments for the Surrey Langley SkyTrain Expansion

Significant developments have begun on the Surrey Langley SkyTrain project, a rapid transit expansion that includes eight new stations connecting Surrey to Langley in British Columbia. The first segments have been lifted into place, marking a major milestone for the project. In total, UBC members will work to secure approximately 4,400 of these guideway segments....

Building for the North: The Carpenters’ Union’s Role in Delivering a Local, Community-Driven Hospital Project in Moosonee

As construction begins on a new hospital project in Moosonee, the UBC – in partnership with Pomerleau Inc. – is proud to play a key role in not only building critical infrastructure, but also in strengthening the economy and workforce of Northern Ontario. The Weeneebayko Area Health Authority (WAHA) Redevelopment Project is one of the...

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In August, delegates from across the United Brotherhood of Carpenters convened in Vegas for the 43rd General Convention. The UBC-Canadian District was represented by 217 Delegates from various councils, including the Atlantic Canada Regional Council, the Carpenters’ Regional Council, the Conseil Régional Québécois, the National Construction Council, and the Millwrights Regional Council. The event was...

ON Roofing Sectors Unite in Historic Strike Victory

During Ontario’s recent collective agreement negotiations, UBC members from three roofing sectors – flat roofing, shingling, and metal roofing – went on strike, marking the first time these sectors stood together in solidarity. Facing a challenging residential market, contractors were looking to implement rollbacks that would have undermined wages and benefits for UBC roofers. Historically,...

Countdown to the National Apprenticeship Competition (NAC)

Each year, skilled apprentices from UBC across the country are selected to attend regional showcases, where they demonstrate their abilities in various trades and compete against other apprentices. The winners of these regional competitions earn the opportunity to compete in the National Apprenticeship Competition (NAC). This year, the NAC will take place in Edmonton, Alberta,...

Ensuring Your Training Certificates are Up to Date

The education you get from a UBC training centre provides valuable knowledge, practical skills, and connections with fellow members and training staff. The certifications you earn play a key role in helping you secure and maintain employment; it’s important to keep them current. How do you know if your training certificates are up to date?...

The Enhanced Construction Program (ECP) Expands

The Enhanced Construction Program (ECP) is a collaboration between the Greater Essex County District School Board (GECDSB) and UBC Local 494 Windsor. The program allows Grade 11 and 12 students to study at the Union’s training facility for a semester, rather than attending their local high school. Participants gain hands-on construction experience, earn health and...