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INFORMATION REQUEST

Happy New Year In our continuing effort to better serve our members. UA Local 800 is requesting members email copies of your current certifications i.e., WAH, GHS, 4 STEP, NORCAT etc. to the hall, and we will update our computer records. Thanking you in advance.

ICI PROVINCIAL NEGOTIATIONS

Please refer to message below on behalf of the ICI Negotiating Committee; Dear Brothers & Sisters, U.A. Ontario, be prepared. Your Provincial Negotiation Committee has continued to schedule and hold bargaining sessions this past week with the MCAO.  The ICI Sector in our Province has voted a strong 2022 Strike Mandate of 97.3%. Negotiations are […]

The UA Foundations Course

Anyone that is a member of the UA in Canada has access to this online course. Gain insight to the world of trade unions, the structure of the UA and its core values. The program will touch on the history and heritage of the United Association, including labour history in North America. The course will […]

UA NEWSLETTER AND DE NOVO SURVEY

Dear Members, De Novo Treatment Centre is working in partnership with the Provincial Building and Construction Trades Council of Ontario to conduct research within the construction trades industry regarding addiction and suicide to better identify the drivers behind these issues. Addiction and Suicide rates are the most prevalent in the construction and building trades. We […]

Canada’s Building Trades Unions Message

Scroll over links, click to access Greetings, Ahead of the Federal Budget to be unveiled next Monday<x-apple-data-detectors://0>, Canada’s Building Trades Unions are making a final push to the Government of Canada to include in the budget<https://building2021.ca/>: – Infrastructure Stimulus– Community Benefits Agreements– A skilled trades workforce mobility tax deduction We need your help to share […]

UA LOCAL 800 has scheduled a Zoom meeting on MONDAY MARCH 1ST 2021 at 7:00 PM.

If you have a smart phone, laptop or computer, you just have to download the Zoom App and follow the simple prompts. Topic: March Membership Meeting Time: Mar 1, 2021 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://zoom.us/j/8739838828?pwd=NlhsNWpOQVIzUVhmRk4xQkl6K1VmUT09 Meeting ID: 873 983 8828 Passcode: Local800 Also, please read the disclaimer attached for […]

Have your say! Consultations underway on important OHS regulations.

Workers and their reps have a chance to offer their input through a public review of three health and safety regulations in Ontario. The deadline to weigh in is fast approaching. The public consultations led by the Ministry of Labour, Training and Skills Development (MLTSD), include proposals to amend existing pre-start health and safety reviews […]

FEDERAL SUPPORT FORWORKERS DURING COVID-19

We know the COVID-19 pandemic has presented many challenges for employers and employees. If you lose your job either due to short-termCOVID-19 illness or layoffs there are a few federal government supports you can access. The Canadian Government has expanded the Employment Insurance(EI) program, but those who are noneligible for EI may apply for one […]

IHSA SURVEY

Please take a few minutes to complete the survey To:  George Iacono <GIacono@ihsa.ca> Good Day Pipe Trades LMHS Committee Labour Members, I hope everyone enjoyed the summer! The IHSA is currently working on our next Strategic Plan and have developed a survey for Union/Trades looking for your input.  As Labour representatives of the Pipe Trades […]

T-Shirt Contest

To all UA Members, UA Local 800 entered a contest with NIE Plus, a supplier for union made merchandise.  We are asking all members for their support … and VOTE.  The winner of the contest, receives their design imprinted on a supply of T-shirts.  Please refer to the link below and VOTE today!!! https://www.swagvote.com/UnionDesignCompetition-Summer2020 Let […]

STATE OF EMERGENCY DECLARED in ONTARIO

State of Emergency declared in Ontario Premier Doug Ford has declared a state of emergency in Ontario. Closed effective immediately With the announcement, the following are closed effective immediately: Events and gatherings of more than 50 people; All recreational programs and libraries; All private schools; Public libraries Theatres, cinemas and concert venues; All daycares; All […]

OUT OF COUNTRY COVERAGE UPDATE

Stay Informed!! refer to SSQ FAQ website: https://ssq.ca/en/coronavirus SSQ has recently posted new guidelines for all travellers advising them to make arrangements to return home as soon as possible Please refer to the UNION BENIFITS website or contact SSQ travel Assistance Service (1-800-465-2928) We recommend you keep informed by the Government of Canada website http://travel.gc.ca/travelling/advisories

UA Skills Edmomton

While our competitors Dan Bell Steamfitter, Lucas Virtanen Welder, Joshua Dunn Plumbing,  did well at Skills Ontario we did achieve top spot, therefore did not attend UA skills. Kraig Fewchuk  last years Champion Steamfitter  was present as a Judge  congratulations Kraig

UA 67 Hockey Tournament

April 29 – May 01 2016 To all members interested in playing in the UA 67 Hockey Tournament. Local 800 will be entering  2 teams in the Open “B” Division. Transportation and Accommodations to be provided. For more information please call: John Derosbie Sault Ste Marie 705-759-4799 Jake Mallette Sudbury 705-560-3800

Local 800 Christmas and Pin Awards

Local 800 Christmas and Pin Awards UA Local 800 Christmas and Award Night is being held Saturdays December 19th at the Radisson Hotel, call the hall for tickets; details on our web page and the newsletter. Come join your UA Brothers and Sisters for some Holiday Cheer.   Children’s Christmas Party 2015 Reminder Please register your children 10 and […]