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...
By: Jason Rowe, Executive Secretary-Treasurer, Carpenters’ Regional Council Since 1882, members of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters (UBC) have been the backbone of Ontario’s growth. From the towering skyscrapers that define our cities to the hospitals that care for our families, and the transit and energy projects that keep our province moving, our skilled tradespeople...
Finn Johnson, CRC Director of Government Relations & Communications (FJ): Since you’ve stepped into the role of Minister of Labour, could you speak a little bit to your Ministry’s mandate and what that’s looked like? Minister David Piccini (DP): My mandate’s really been to build an Ontario for tomorrow… And to do it, we’ve got...
Tuesday, April 9, 2024 The Canadian District of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America (UBC) is asking Canadians to consider construction industry tax fraud, its impact on workers and our communities, and steps we can take to combat this growing issue. The awareness campaign is part of the UBC’s annual Tax Fraud...
