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SMACNA-BC’s newest associate member is Riada Sales Inc., a manufacturer’s representative in Western Canada specializing in providing high-quality HVAC equipment, instrumentation, and plumbing products. The company was founded in 1995 by Geoff Adair, who began his career […]

The Tradeswomen Build Nations conference on December 2, 2023, saw record attendance with nearly 4,000 tradeswomen and union representatives—including a team from  Local 280—gathering for three days of education and networking in Washington, DC. Highlights […]

Already in an apprenticeship program? Looking for extra help? You’re not alone. SkillPlan is empowering pre-apprentices and apprentices with a wealth of online tutorial resources and personalized tutoring sessions, paving the way for them to […]

Data from Statistics Canada’s November Labour Force Survey (LFS) shows employment pressures gradually easing across the country as the year draws to a close.  National, all-industry employment grew by 0.1% for the month, adding 25,000 […]

Registration is now open for Canada’s Building Trades Unions 2024 conference, ‘Training a Safe, Skilled Workforce’. Don’t miss out on an exciting program line-up, including workshops, a Parliamentary Reception, inspiring speakers, and more.  April 28-April […]