Canadian Union of Skilled Workers British Columbia

09/29/2026

CUSW-BC Marks the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in 2026

https://cusw-bc.ca/cusw-bc-marks-the-national-day-for-truth-and-reconciliation-in-2026/

The Canadian Union of Skilled Workers – British Columbia (CUSW-BC) observes the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, standing alongside Indigenous communities across British Columbia and Canada. This day, also known as “Orange Shirt Day”, is a vital moment to honour the children who never returned home, hold space for residential school survivors, and recognize the intergenerational impacts inflicted on First Nations, Inuit, and Métis families.

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09/04/2026

Happy Labour Day from the Canadian Union of Skilled Workers – BC

https://cusw-bc.ca/happy-labour-day-from-the-canadian-union-of-skilled-workers-bc/

Labour Day is a profound acknowledgment of the strength, skill, and solidarity of the workers who build and power British Columbia. From the coastal ports and vibrant urban centres to the remote infrastructure projects keeping our northern communities connected, the members of the Canadian Union of Skilled Workers – British Columbia (CUSW-BC) stand at the core of our province’s prosperity.

Read the full message and download the posters from the Canadian Union of Skilled Workers British Columbia website at the link above. Please Like and Share online.

Canadian Union of Skilled Workers

08/05/2026

Summer 2026 CUSW Newsletter

https://cusw-bc.ca/summer-2026-cusw-newsletter/

Just in time for some long weekend reading, your CUSW Summer Newsletter is here! The Newsletter is your go-to source for updates, insights, and highlights from across CUSW. Inside this edition you will find:

– New National Executive Board Members
– Information on Committee Nominations
– Gran Fondo Lake Huron Charity Race & Team CUSW
– Exciting News from Units and Committees
– Canada’s Wonderland Booking Link
– One Year Anniversary of the CUSW Spotlight Podcast
– New Training Partner – Transport Training Centres of Canada
– Dates for Workplace Representative Training and Discounts
– Growth & Opportunities – Organizing for Your Future
– Hiring Hall – Upcoming Work Opportunities
– And much more!

Our goal is to keep you informed, connected, and engaged. All Units and Committees are encouraged to use this Newsletter as a resource for communicating to the entire CUSW membership.

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Canadian Union of Skilled Workers Confederation of Canadian Unions

08/04/2026

https://cusw-bc.ca/job-opening-with-cusw-bc-for-construction-electrician-apprentice/

Seeking Level 1 and Level 2 Construction Electrician apprentices in the Lower Mainland to join our crews on substation and utility projects across British Columbia. This is a chance to bank hours toward your ticket while working shoulder-to-shoulder with certified journeypersons on high-voltage infrastructure.

No substation experience is required. We are looking for individuals with a strong safety mindset, dependability, and a genuine willingness to learn the trade.

Read more and apply on the Canadian Union of Skilled Workers British Columbia website at the link above. Please Like and Share online.



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Job Opening with CUSW-BC for Construction Electrician Apprentice

07/31/2026

Celebrating BC Day 2026: Honouring the Skilled Workers Who Built British Columbia

https://cusw-bc.ca/celebrating-bc-day-2026-honouring-the-skilled-workers-who-built-british-columbia/

As we gather with family, friends, and community across British Columbia this BC Day, the Canadian Union of Skilled Workers – British Columbia takes a moment to reflect on what truly makes our province strong: the dedicated hands and sharp minds of our skilled workers.

Together, we will continue building a stronger, fairer, and more prosperous BC for generations to come. Happy BC Day from all of us at CUSW-BC!

Read the full message and download the posters from the CUSW-BC website at the link above. Please Like and Share online.

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07/07/2026

06/22/2026

National Indigenous Peoples Day: Advancing Reconciliation Through Solidarity and Justice

https://cusw-bc.ca/national-indigenous-peoples-day-advancing-reconciliation-through-solidarity-and-justice/

On June 21, Canadians celebrate , a time to recognize and honour the rich histories, cultures, languages, and contributions of , , and peoples. It is also an opportunity to reflect on our shared responsibility to advance reconciliation, uphold Indigenous rights, and build a more just and equitable society for all.

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05/27/2026

https://cusw-bc.ca/spring-2026-edition-of-ccu-connections-magazine-focuses-on-affordability/

Check out the Spring 2026 edition of CCU Connections Magazine, the official voice of the Confederation of Canadian Unions, featuring the CUSW-BC spotlight and articles by CUSW members.

This is the special issue on affordability and the price that working people are paying for near all time high corporate profit margins.

And this is the first issue that we’re printing. 2,500 copies will be made available at the CCU Labour School and Executive Board meeting taking place in Winnipeg from June 6 to 7. CCU affiliates will take hundreds of hard copies back to their communities.

Download the full edition from the Canadian Union of Skilled Workers British Columbia website at the link above. Please Like and Share online.

In this edition:

Shawn Sly – Health and Safety in Construction
Mike Jensen – The Real Cost at the Pump Isn’t Tax — It’s Profit
Spotlights – YUSA and PPWC Local 26
Paula Gowdie – Coping in the Work Environment
Kristopher Stevens – Affordable Home Ownership in a Cost-of-Living Crisis
Tracy King – Rising Gas Prices, Impacts on Workers and the Cost of Commuting in the West Kootenays
Geoff Dawe – A Final Farewell to the PPWC and CCU
Raquel Torres – Grocery Bills and Gas Tanks: The Hidden Stressors Impacting Engagement and Solidarity
Interview with NSUPE President Christina Covert
Spotlights – NSUPE and CUSW-BC
Jenn Ferdinands – Affordability, Work, and the Decisions Families are Making Today
Shivani Bhukhureea – Affordability Crisis: The Rising Cost of Gas, Food and Housing in Canada
Spotlights – PPWC Local 15 and PPWC Local 1

Canadian Union of Skilled Workers CUSW Health, Safety & Wellness

04/27/2026

https://cusw-bc.ca/canadian-union-of-skilled-workers-bc-acknowledge-day-of-mourning-on-april-28/

The Canadian Union of Skilled Workers British Columbia stands with workers across British Columbia and across Canada in observing the Day of Mourning on April 28, 2026. This day is a solemn reminder of the workers who have been killed, injured, or made ill because of their work, and it calls on all of us, employers, unions, and governments alike, to strengthen our commitment to preventing workplace harm.

For skilled workers in construction, maintenance, electrical, mechanical, and industrial trades, the risks on the job are often immediate and physical. Falls from heights, electrical hazards, heavy equipment, confined spaces, repetitive strain injuries, and exposure to hazardous materials are not abstract concerns. They are daily realities that require constant vigilance.

Read the full message and download and print out the posters for your workplace on the -BC website at the link above.