Outreach TrainingLocal 2486 helps girls and young women with Try a Trade Day and pre-apprenticeship programs

November 8, 2024by CRC Staff

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 MemoriamMemoriam: Mark Lewis and John Moszynski

November 8, 2024by Communications

The legal department of the Carpenters’ Regional Council lost two titans with the passing of Mark Lewis (May 28, 1962 – July 24, 2023) and John Moszynski (September 17, 1952 – June 26, 2024). Mark and John were more than just senior lawyers in our legal department – they were mentors, friends, and pillars of...

EventsRolling Barrage 2024: A Journey of Resilience and Support with UBC’s Helmets to Hardhats

August 3, 2024by Communications

On August 5th, 2024, Toronto welcomed the Rolling Barrage, a coast-to-coast motorcycle ride that brings together veterans, first responders, and supporters to raise awareness for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This year, Local 27 of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters (UBC) had the honor of hosting the riders, reaffirming the union's commitment to supporting those who have served our country.

July 31, 2024 – Millwright Regional Council and National Construction Council Expand Strategic Partnership to Advance Work Opportunities Across Canada

MarketshareJuly 31, 2024 – Millwright Regional Council and National Construction Council Expand Strategic Partnership to Advance Work Opportunities Across Canada

July 31, 2024by Communications

LAS VEGAS – The Millwright Regional Council (MRC) and National Construction Council (NCC) have signed a Partnership Agreement (PA) to expand work opportunities across Canada for our membership and collaborate on strategic initiatives to grow UBC market share. These joint collaborative efforts will support increased work opportunities, efficiencies on future projects and help attract underrepresented...

OutreachJune 6, 2024 – UBC Local 2222 Powers Up Future Careers Through Energy Sector Co-op

June 6, 2024by Communications

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...

PoliticsApril 2024 – Ask Yourself Why Canada Isn’t Doing More To Combat Construction Industry Tax Fraud

April 9, 2024by Communications

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...

ProjectsOctober, 2023 – Significant Milestone Reached for West White Rose Project on East Coast

October 10, 2023by Communications

A significant milestone was reached in June at the construction site for the concrete gravity-supported wellhead platform (CGS) for Cenovus Energy’s West White Rose Project. The CGS is being built at the former US Military Base in Argentia, Newfoundland & Labrador by the SNC-Lavalin Dragados Pennecon General Partnership (SDP). Local 579 was one of three...

OutreachOctober, 2023 – UBC Millwrights – Trade Winds to Success

October 9, 2023by Communications

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,...

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Outreach TrainingLocal 2486 helps girls and young women with Try a Trade Day and pre-apprenticeship programs

In MemoriamMemoriam: Mark Lewis and John Moszynski

EventsRolling Barrage 2024: A Journey of Resilience and Support with UBC’s Helmets to Hardhats

MarketshareJuly 31, 2024 – Millwright Regional Council and National Construction Council Expand Strategic Partnership to Advance Work Opportunities Across Canada

OutreachJune 6, 2024 – UBC Local 2222 Powers Up Future Careers Through Energy Sector Co-op

PoliticsApril 2024 – Ask Yourself Why Canada Isn’t Doing More To Combat Construction Industry Tax Fraud

ProjectsOctober, 2023 – Significant Milestone Reached for West White Rose Project on East Coast

OutreachOctober, 2023 – UBC Millwrights – Trade Winds to Success

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