Before joining the UBC, Neil Romero worked for a non-union labour broker. After joining Local 1985 in March 2024, Neil immediately noticed the difference between his previous non-union job compared to a membership with the UBC. He was astounded not only by the pay difference for Union members but also by the fact that he...
As Remembrance Day approaches, we are reminded to honour the sacrifices of Canada’s veterans and recognize those still actively serving. One of these active servicemen is Romulo Alves Santos, a foreman, Combat Engineer, and UBC Local 675 member. Romulo’s journey is a story of resilience, reinvention, and service. Originally from Natal, Brazil, Romulo came to...
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....
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...
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...
Thank you to everyone who submitted a picture of their stickers and hard hats. Each one was unique and clearly had a story to tell! If you’d like to add your hard hat stickers to our photo gallery, then submit your picture(s) to crcnewsletter@ubcja.ca.
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,...
The UBC pancake breakfast captivated media attention, as the Calgary Stampede, “The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth”, kicked off on July 5th. Members and their families from Alberta Locals 2103, 1325, 2010 and 1460, and Local staff were welcomed to the Calgary UBC office for a pancake breakfast to celebrate the start of the Stampede....
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,...
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?...
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