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...
UBC members are working on the largest and most ambitious transit project in Edmonton’s history – the Valley Line West LRT. Spanning 14 km from downtown to Lewis Farms, this project will provide reliable and environmentally friendly transportation, transforming the future of transit for the city’s growing urban neighborhoods. The Valley Line West LRT is...
Historically, UBC members have played a vital role in Saskatchewan’s large-scale industrial projects. However, Local 1985 is now expanding its market share by venturing into new construction areas. For the first time in years, members of Local 1985 Saskatchewan are taking on both residential and commercial projects. This growth has been facilitated by strong partnerships...
Alberta and Ontario recently concluded their respective open periods, during which collective agreements were up for negotiation. This round of negotiations was the first conducted under the new Carpenters’ Regional Council (CRC) structure, formed by the merger of several formerly independent councils in 2022. In Alberta, a new Registered Collective Agreement (RCA) was presented to...
Dear Members, This notice is to inform you that as of Monday May 5th, we will be on a legal strike in the residential roofing subsector. While we would all prefer to be on the job, the membership has clearly spoken. This strike action is a necessary step to secure the fair treatment and meaningful...
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