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Report on B.C. port turmoil backs right to strike, rebuffing essential-service calls

Lindsey Cole — Wed, 18 Jun 2025 09:33:16 +0000

VANCOUVER – The right of workers to strike and employers to lock them out should be preserved for the longshore industry in Canada, say labour experts tasked with studying the 2023 British Columbia port strike that froze trade worth billions for almost two weeks. Vince Ready and Amanda Rogers say laws should be changed to […]

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CLRA, Building Trades of Alberta reach four-year deal

Lindsey Cole — Fri, 13 Jun 2025 10:10:54 +0000

EDMONTON – Alberta’s construction employers and building trades unions have agreed to new collective agreements. The four-year agreements between Construction Labour Relations Alberta (CLRA) and the 16 affiliate unions of the Building Trades of Alberta (BTA) are the result of a collaborative collective bargaining process that focused on preparing Alberta’s construction sector for nation-leading growth. […]

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Humber Polytechnic launches industry-backed project co-ordinator micro-credential program

Daily Commercial News — Thu, 12 Jun 2025 10:20:03 +0000

TORONTO — Humber Polytechnic, in partnership with CourseCompare and in collaboration with Pomerleau, has announced the launch of the Project Coordinator for Construction (PCC) micro-credential program. The 16-hour, hybrid, micro-credential is designed around real-world demands and combines technical instruction with simulations, states a release. “Canada faces a once-in-a-generation building challenge,” said Frank Cappadocia, dean, continuous […]

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First H2H cohort receives specialized non-destructive testing training

Daily Commercial News — Thu, 12 Jun 2025 10:10:55 +0000

Like hundreds of Canadian military veterans, Ethan Martin has made the not insignificant transition to civilian life and a construction career through Helmets to Hardhats (H2H), the non-profit organization that connects veterans, military members and their families to careers in the unionized industry. But the former Canadian Armed Forces signals operator is in the vanguard […]

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WSIB workers rally at Queen’s park, strike nears its third week

Daily Commercial News — Tue, 10 Jun 2025 13:12:11 +0000

TORONTO — Striking Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) employees and supporters rallied at Queen’s Park yesterday as the strike nears its third week. Ontario Compensation Employees Union (OCEU/CUPE 1750) members have been on strike since May 21 with the union stating “workers, employers, and frontline staff are all paying the price for the WSIB’s […]

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Skills Canada national competition hands out over 250 medals

Daily Commercial News — Tue, 10 Jun 2025 10:00:43 +0000

REGINA — More than 500 students and apprentices from across the country competed for the title of national champion in over 40 skill areas at the REAL District during the Skills Canada competition in Regina recently. In addition, the official members of WorldSkills Team Canada 2026 were announced. They will be competing at the 48th WorldSkills […]

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Industry says long-term labour solutions needed despite latest B.C. ports deal

Daily Commercial News — Mon, 09 Jun 2025 11:05:10 +0000

VANCOUVER — and industry groups are applauding a deal between British Columbia’s port employers and supervisors, but say further damage may still be possible if the federal government does not ensure Canada’s reputation as a reliable trade partner. Greater Vancouver Board of Trade president Bridgitte Anderson says in a statement that disruptions due to […]

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EllisDon unveils trans guide, readies for Pride Month

Daily Commercial News — Fri, 06 Jun 2025 10:00:33 +0000

Pride Month will be felt more viscerally by some in the Canadian construction sector this year as members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community and allies gather with new threats hanging over them. Most notoriously, with several executive orders by the Donald Trump administration seeking to dismantle diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, contractors looking for work […]

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National Indigenous History Month: Celebrating construction successes, acknowledging the road ahead

Daily Commercial News — Wed, 04 Jun 2025 10:25:28 +0000

OTTAWA — June is National Indigenous History Month in Canada, which is a time to recognize the history, heritage, resilience and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis. That history, resilience and diversity is becoming ever more present in the world of construction as more Indigenous firms and projects take shape across the country with […]

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Strike continues for WSIB workers

Daily Commercial News — Tue, 03 Jun 2025 16:07:27 +0000

TORONTO — The union representing workers at the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (WSIB) has said the strike continues but they remain “fully committed to reaching a fair deal.” “Despite our continued presence and dedication, the WSIB refused to meet to engage in discussion Saturday about the issues affecting the membership,” an Ontario Compensation Employees […]

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Pride Month: A retrospective glance at the construction industry’s progress

Daily Commercial News — Mon, 02 Jun 2025 10:15:45 +0000

TORONTO — Each summer, June kicks off a variety of initiatives and events for 2SLGBTQI+ communities across Ontario. The construction sector is no exception. Companies, associations, workers and the like celebrate Pride Month in a variety of ways. But the month-long celebrations are just one component. Inclusivity, diversity and equality are characteristics that should be […]

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Quebec residential construction workers have walked off the job

Daily Commercial News — Wed, 28 May 2025 16:32:40 +0000

MONTREAL — Workers in Quebec’s residential construction sector are now on strike. The workers walked off the job at midnight after last-minute talks failed to yield a deal. The employer, the Association des professionnels de la construction et de l’habitation du Québec, said it made a final offer on Tuesday that included an 18 per […]

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