CBTU Statement on Canada’s Day of Mourning

The executive director of Canada’s Building Trades Unions, Sean Strickland, has issued a statement for Canada’s Day of Mourning urging workers and employers in the construction sector to “reflect upon our collective purpose, remember, acknowledge and offer our thoughts to those who have been injured, fallen ill or lost their life while at work.” The […]

CBTU Statement on Pathway to Citizenship for Undocumented Workers

Last week Marc Miller, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship stated his intention to bring forward to cabinet a new program to help undocumented workers in Canada secure a pathway to residency and citizenship. Canada’s Building Trades Unions welcomes Minister Miller’s comments and are prepared to be a leading partner in any proposed program to […]

Canada’s Gas Energy Industry launches Energy for a Secure Future

Canada’s Gas Energy industry is pleased to announce the launch of Energy for a Secure Future (ESF). ESF is a non-partisan civil society initiative that brings together Canadian business leaders, Indigenous peoples, organizations, and experts to implement a new vision for Canada’s gas energy and infrastructure. ESF seeks to: advance reconciliation, reduce global emissions, and […]

Statement on Canada Day

This Friday marks Canada Day – a day that looks different now than it used to. While Canada Day is still a day to celebrate this country, its communities, people, and accomplishments on the world stage, it is also a day to reflect on Canada’s Indigenous Peoples and the celebration of their history. The birthday […]

Statement by Canada’s Building Trades Unions on the 2030 Emissions Reduction Plan

On behalf of the 600,000 members of Canada’s Building Trades Unions, many of whom work in the oil and gas sector, we applaud the thoughtful approach that the Government of Canada is taking towards transitioning our economy to net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. This is no small task and is a transformative adjustment for the […]

Statement by Canada’s Building Trades Unions Regarding Federal Cabinet Appointments

Today, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s new cabinet of the 44th Parliament was sworn in at Rideau Hall. Canada’s Building Trades Unions congratulate the appointees and thank the former Cabinet Ministers for their dedication and contribution to building a better Canada.  “Canada’s Building Trades Unions looks forward to working with new and veteran Cabinet Ministers on […]

Statement by the Coalition of Building Trades Unions in Support of Line 5

The Coalition of Building Trades Unions in Support of Line 5 released the following statement after the Government of Canada invoked the 1977 Treaty (Agreement between the Government of Canada and the Government of the United States of America Concerning Transit Pipelines): “The Coalition of Building Trades Unions in Support of Line 5 appreciate the […]

LET’S BUILD CANADA ADVOCATES FOR GOOD JOBS IN 2021 ELECTION

Let’s Build Canada, a coalition of building and construction trade unions, is back for the 2021 election, campaigning for progressive leaders and good jobs. This year, we are proud to have the support of the Canadian offices of six International Unions and Canada’s Building Trades Unions (CBTU). “Without strong leadership coming out of the 2021 […]

CANADA’S BUILDING TRADES UNIONS CALL FOR ALL PARTIES TO SUPPORT SKILLED TRADES WORKERS

With the call of the 44th election, Canada’s Building Trades Unions, are focused on advocating for their members on three key areas: Support for Canadians traveling for work, building Canada’s green future and creating a stronger workforce. “Canada’s Building Trades Unions have continued to go to work, each and every day throughout this pandemic. As […]

MANITOBA BUILDING TRADES HOLDS GRAND OPENING OF $15 MILLION SKILLED TRADES TRAINING FACILITY

Manitoba Building Trades (MBT) unveiled its new $15 million skilled trades training facility, Manitoba Building Trades Institute (MBTI) on August 18th, 2021. Located in central Winnipeg, MBTI will support the critical need for skilled trade workers in Manitoba through a coordinated model of recruitment, training, employment, and advancement to ensure entry and retention in the […]