On October 2, 2018, IBEW Canada joined the Canadian Electricity Association (CEA) to launch a national campaign calling for federal legislation which would designate July 10th as National Lineworker Appreciation Day. A day that is also significant to the IBEW, as our founder Henry Miller, passed away while on the job working as a linemen back in 1896….
MoreOttawa-Area Members Pitch in for Flood Victims
When the Ottawa River swelled to record levels this spring, IBEW members were there to help. “Anytime there’s a call, we always help out,” said Toronto Local 636 Business Representative Mike Hall. The end of April saw the river that forms part of the border between Ontario and Quebec rise to over 80 meters above…
MoreCSBK Canadian Superbike Championship
IBEW Canada was the title sponsor for the opening round of the 2019 Mopar CSBK Canadian National motorcycle road racing championships, held May 17-19, at Shannonville Motorsport Park’s Pro layout. It was a fun-filled weekend where our members and their families came out to support their union and enjoy some racing. It was also a great…
MoreToronto City Councillors Reject Bill 66
The IBEW CCO applauds Toronto City Council for its June 20 decision to opt out of Bill 66, ensuring a continued relationship that allows our highly skilled electricians to continue to deliver professional and safe service that benefits both the public and workers. The provincial government introduced omnibus legislation, known as Bill 66, last December….
MoreNational Indigenous Peoples Day
June 21 marks National Indigenous Peoples Day, a day for all Canadians to recognize and celebrate the unique heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding achievements and contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Metis Peoples. The original National Aboriginal Day was first celebrated on June 21, 1996, after being recognized through a proclamation by then Governor General,…
MoreIn Canada’s Election, a Call to Avoid ‘All-Out War on Unions’
When the Liberal Party took power in Canada in 2015 , the IBEW and working families gained access to halls of power on Parliament Hill that hadn’t existed in the previous four years of Conservative rule and five years of coalition government before that. Photo provided by Canada’s Building Trades Unions. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau stood…
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