As a union tradeswoman with the Carpenters’ Regional Council (CRC), I have always believed in the power of solidarity and skill-sharing to uplift and empower women in the trades. When I had the opportunity to participate in the Tradeswomen Building Bridges (TBB) delegation to the Philippines, I knew it would be a transformative experience. I...
Working as a team to positively impact and change the lives of others is what the Carpenters’ Regional Council (CRC) aims to do every day. Changing lives was certainly on the agenda during the UBC Humanitarian Build in Jamaica. CRC’s Stakeholder Relations and Ontario Chair of the Sisters in the Brotherhood, Rokhaya (Rok) Gueye led...
Over the last few decades, shop classes and technical education programs across B.C. have closed, taking away important learning opportunities for middle school and high school students. Hands-on practical programs rely on larger budgets to function and as school districts wrestle with limited resources, often these more expensive programs get cut from school programming. Recognizing...
As part of my ongoing professional development and craft as a Red Seal Journeyperson carpenter, I am pleased to share the news that I will be part of the Tradeswomen Building Bridges delegation from November 10 to 22, 2024. Tradeswomen Building Bridges (TBB) is a not-for-profit organization focused on building North American representation in the...
The UBC emphasizes the importance of early education and exposure to skilled trades. Our Locals each try to do this by providing hands-on training, being involved in local community events, offering safety courses, hosting open house tours, and creating career exploration opportunities for the community and industry partners. However, our industry still struggles with encouraging...
In an innovative approach to high school co-ops, UBC Local 2222 partnered with the Bluewater District School Board and the Nuclear Innovation Institute to launch the Energy Sector Co-op in Kincardine. This program allowed 26 students to explore up to 25 different occupations over four months, offering hands-on experience in areas like welding, pipefitting, and...
The Trade Winds to Success program is a unique initiative that supports individuals from Indigenous communities in accessing education and professional training in millwrighting. UBC Millwright Local 1460 Alberta has been a proud supporter of this program since 2010. The program provides a comprehensive education and training experience for students – including job readiness skills,...
