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June 26, 2026 at 3:00 PM

June 26 | Executive Director Newsletter

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Brothers, Sisters, and Industry Partners, Summer is officially here, and with that, the House has risen, signaling the departure of Ministers and Members of Parliament who have returned home to their constitu…

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June 12, 2026 at 1:45 PM

June 12 | Executive Director Newsletter

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Brothers, Sisters, and Industry Partners, Spring is in full swing and it’s the final countdown of sitting days in Parliament before the House rises! Once it does next Friday, MPs and ministers will be back in…

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June 1, 2026 at 3:01 PM

June 1 | Executive Director Newsletter

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Brothers, Sisters, and Industry Partners, As we head into the final push of the first session of the 45th Parliament, Prime Minister Mark Carney has more good construction news to share. Recently in Ottawa,…

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May 15, 2026 at 2:05 PM

May 15 | Executive Director Newsletter

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Brothers, Sisters, and Industry Partners, What a busy couple of weeks! On April 28th, the federal government announced a historic $6 billion investment in Canada’s skilled trades. This funding is monumen…

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April 24, 2026 at 4:02 PM

April 24 | Executive Director Newsletter

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Brothers and Sisters, The first round of the NHL postseason is well underway, with three Canadian teams fighting for a spot in the next round! Good luck to the Canadiens, Senators, and Oilers as the playoff…

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April 23, 2026 at 7:05 PM

Conference 2026 | Thank You, Sponsors!

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! A huge thank you to our 2026 conference sponsors for powering "Canada's Future is Union-Made". Because of your support, we’re able to bring together an inspiring plenary agenda that will foster important dialogue. …

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April 20, 2026 at 2:22 PM

Conference 2026 | Day of Mourning

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) DAY OF MOURNING Each year, CBTU holds a National Day of Mourning ceremony on April 28th to remember and honour workers who have been injured, killed, or experienced illness on the job. Health and safety standards, like mandatory PPE and the Occup…

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April 10, 2026 at 2:10 PM

April 10 | Executive Director Newsletter

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Brothers and Sisters, The regular season is almost over, which means it’s time to take a final look at the CBTU NHL All Canada Division standings before the playoffs. Congratulations to the Montreal Canadie…

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March 27, 2026 at 2:23 PM

March 27 | Executive Director Newsletter

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Brothers and Sisters, Spring is here and the NHL playoffs are right around the corner! Take a look below for an update on playoff standings in the CBTU NHL ALL CANADA DIVISION! It's been a busy few weeks…

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March 23, 2026 at 3:35 PM

Conference 2026 | Speaker Sneak Peek!

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) Want a final look at who’s taking the stage at "Canada’s Future Is Union-Made"? This is your final sneak peek before we unveil the full conference agenda...and it’s a big one! We’re proud to be delivering our most packed plenary program to da…

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March 13, 2026 at 2:00 PM

Conference 2026 | LAST CALL FOR EARLY BIRD PRICING!

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) Hurry, this is your LAST chance! Early bird pricing for our upcoming conference, "Canada's Future is Union‑Made" ends on Monday, March 16th! In case you missed it, we’ve announced some incredible speakers ([link removed]) so far including, Ni…

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March 6, 2026 at 4:13 PM

March 6 | Executive Director Newsletter

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Brothers and Sisters, Looking back on the Winter Olympic Games, congratulations to each Team Canada athlete who competed and brought home an incredible 21 medals! Here's hoping our Canadian NHL teams are ab…

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March 5, 2026 at 3:48 PM

Conference 2026 | Speaker Sneak Peek!

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) Ready to learn more about the speakers for "Canada's Future Is Union‑Made"? We're adding incredible speakers to our conference lineup, including executives from the Nuclear Waste Management Organization and Alto Train, who will share key updates…

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March 2, 2026 at 9:24 PM

Funding Opportunity | Upgrade Your Training Equipment for Red Seal Trades!

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) INVESTMENTS IN TRAINING EQUIPMENT The Government of Canada’s Canadian Apprenticeship Strategy – Investments in Training Equipment ([link removed]) initiative continues to accept proposals through its ongoing call for proposals. Deadline: This …

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February 20, 2026 at 6:30 PM

Feb 20 | Executive Director Newsletter

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Brothers and Sisters, Canada did it! The men's hockey team just beat Finland with only 35 seconds to go in the semi-final game and now we advance to Sunday's gold‑medal round! While we're still feeling the …

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February 19, 2026 at 3:01 PM

Conference 2026 | Workshop Spaces Are Filling Up!

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) Join us at Canada’s Future is Union-Made, and be part of the conversation shaping the future of our industries and our country. Don’t wait, workshop spaces are filling up fast for VitalCog: Suicide Prevention in the Construction Workplace, a pow…

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February 12, 2026 at 3:26 PM

Conference 2026 | Keynote Speaker Announcement

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) We’re excited to announce that registration is now open for Canada’s Future is Union-Made! Our program is packed with inspiring plenaries, high-impact panels, and networking opportunities designed to inform, energize, and empower. And now for…

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February 6, 2026 at 2:57 PM

Feb 6 | Executive Director Newsletter

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Brothers and Sisters, Sports fans have a lot to look forward to this weekend: the Winter Olympics begin today in Italy, and on Sunday a long‑awaited Super Bowl showdown between the Seattle Seahawks and the …

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January 26, 2026 at 3:00 PM

Conference 2026 | Speaker Sneak Peek!

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) We're thrilled to announce registration for our 2026 conference, Canada's Future is Union-Made, is now open! Taking place at the Hilton Lac Leamy in Gatineau, from April 27-29, 2026, we've lined up an action -packed and informative plenary to leav…

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January 23, 2026 at 3:00 PM

Jan 23 | Executive Director Newsletter

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Brothers and Sisters, We have hit the ground running in 2026 and are committed to making full use of every moment Parliament is in session. Canada’s Building Trades Unions has officially launched registr…

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January 15, 2026 at 5:28 PM

Conference 2026 | Registration Now Open!

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) We're thrilled to announce registration for our 2026 conference, Canada's Future is Union-Made, is now open! REGISTER NOW ([link removed]) Join us at the Canada’s Building Trades Unions annual conference, to celebrate this year’s theme, "Canada's…

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January 9, 2026 at 7:22 PM

Jan 9 | Executive Director Newsletter

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Happy New Year, Brothers and Sisters! As 2026 gets underway, I'm looking forward to another year of collaboration with CBTU's stakeholders to improve working conditions for skilled tradespeople from coast to …

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December 22, 2025 at 6:34 PM

Thank You for Your Support in 2025!

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT IN 2025! [link removed] An end-of-year message from CBTU Executive Director Sean Strickland Brothers and sisters, it's hard to believe 2025 is coming to a close. As the holiday season draws near, I want to thank yo…

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December 12, 2025 at 3:58 PM

Dec 12 | Executive Director Newsletter

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Brothers and sisters, it's hard to believe how quickly the year has gone by. As you read this, members of Parliament are slowly departing Ottawa to head home and spend the holidays with their families. And as ou…

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December 12, 2025 at 3:14 PM

Dec 12 | Executive Director Newsletter

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Brothers and sisters, it's hard to believe how quickly the year has gone by. As you read this, members of Parliament are slowly departing Ottawa to head home and spend the holidays with their families. And as ou…

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November 28, 2025 at 3:29 PM

Nov 28 | Executive Director Newsletter

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR As we reach the end of November and cold temperatures blanket the country, a reminder to dress warmly and stay safe if you're working outdoors this season. Along with the cold and the snow, the NHL is back in fu…

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November 14, 2025 at 3:00 PM

Nov 14 | Executive Director Newsletter

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Well, it wasn't the ending we hoped for, but what a World Series that was between our Toronto Blue Jays and the LA Dodgers! I hope the excitement carries over to next season, and I'm already counting down the da…

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November 5, 2025 at 1:37 AM

Federal Budget 2025 | Key Updates for Building Trades Members

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) FEDERAL BUDGET 2025 Building Trades Members, I would like to take a moment to acknowledge the release of Canada’s Federal Budget 2025 and highlight several key measures that align closely with our priorities and pre-budget recommendations. T…

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October 31, 2025 at 2:00 PM

Oct 31 | Executive Director Newsletter

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Left: CBTU Executive Director Sean Strickland joined Prime Minister Mark Carney for a major announcement at the Darlington nuclear generating station last week. Right: ON Building Trades Director of Government…

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October 30, 2025 at 3:15 PM

LAST CHANCE! Add Your Name to Support Labour Conditions on Taxpayer-Funded Projects TODAY!

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) SIGN THE LETTER, NOW! ([link removed]) Why It Matters Bill C-5, passed earlier this year, opens the door to a new era of nation-building under the Major Projects Office. But unless it guarantees good-paying, unionized jobs with real apprenticeshi…

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October 17, 2025 at 2:00 PM

Oct 17 | Executive Director Newsletter

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Brothers and sisters, I want to start off this update by thanking you for your support of CBTU's letter-writing campaign ([link removed]) . Bill C-5 has the potential to create a new era of nation-building, but …

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October 10, 2025 at 1:14 PM

ACTION ALERT: Sign Your Name Now to Support Labour Conditions on Taxpayer-Funded Projects

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) SIGN THE LETTER, NOW! ([link removed]) Why It Matters Bill C-5, passed earlier this year, opens the door to a new era of nation-building under the Major Projects Office. But unless it guarantees good-paying, unionized jobs with real apprenticeshi…

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October 3, 2025 at 3:35 PM

ACTION ALERT: Pay Prevailing Wage on Federally-Funded Projects

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) WE NEED YOUR HELP! We’re calling on all members to support a national letter-writing campaign launching TODAY to demand that all Major Projects include mandatory prevailing wage and apprenticeship requirements for all federally funded infrastructu…

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October 3, 2025 at 3:00 PM

Oct 3 | Executive Director Newsletter

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR [link removed] Left: Members of CBTU's Canadian Executive Board met with Minister of Energy and Natural Resources Tim Hodgson, Minister of Jobs and Families Patty Hajdu, Secretary of State for Labour John Z…

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September 19, 2025 at 4:08 PM

Sept 19 | Executive Director Newsletter

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Top Left: CBTU Executive Director Sean Strickland, Secretary of State for Labour John Zerucelli, and Minister of Jobs and Families Patty Hajdu, at the major projects announcement in Alberta last week. Top Righ…

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September 8, 2025 at 12:00 PM

PMO launches new measures to protect, build, and transform Canadian strategic industries

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) FEDERAL ANNOUNCEMENT On Friday, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced critical initiatives designed to support skilled trades workers and strengthen Canada’s economy in the face of global trade challenges. The government has introduced a major i…

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September 5, 2025 at 2:00 PM

Sept 5 | Executive Director Newsletter

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR On the heels of Labour Day, it's a good time to reflect on the contribution of Building Trades members to Canada's infrastructure. The Building Trades built Canada, and we continue to do so, achieving impressive…

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August 15, 2025 at 2:00 PM

Aug 15 | Executive Director Newsletter

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR I’m not much of a tennis player or fan, but I followed Canadian female player Victoria Mboko's rise to a spectacular victory at the Canadian Open in Montreal last week. It's always great to see Canadian athletes…

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August 1, 2025 at 2:00 PM

Aug 1 | Executive Director Newsletter

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Now, it's summer, so I'd like to start off with a golf joke. Did you hear about the golfer whose shot went through the window of a music store? He broke three records. Just a bit of levity to kick things o…

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July 18, 2025 at 2:00 PM

July 18 | Executive Director Newsletter

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR This week, I spoke to iPolitics about the challenges facing the construction industry in an uncertain economic environment, like slowdowns and job losses. Bill C-5 is a good start, but more investment and inform…

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June 27, 2025 at 3:23 PM

CBTU Applauds Passage of Bill C-5 in Senate

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) CBTU APPLAUDS PASSAGE OF BILL C-5 Canada’s Building Trades Unions (CBTU) welcomes yesterday’s passage and royal assent of Bill C-5 in the Senate, An Act to enact the Free Trade and Labour Mobility in Canada Act and the Building Canada Act. This is a…

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June 20, 2025 at 2:00 PM

June 19 | Executive Director Newsletter

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR [link removed] CBTU Executive Director Sean Strickland testified before the Senate this week on legislation that would create a federal major projects office, streamline the project review process, and impl…

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June 16, 2025 at 3:00 PM

Tell Ottawa to Pass Bill C-5!

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) TELL OTTAWA TO PASS BILL C-5! Brothers and Sisters, Canada’s Building Trades Unions has been advocating for years for regulatory efficiency to ensure major projects get built faster and members get on the job sooner. Bill C-5, An Act to enac…

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June 6, 2025 at 2:21 PM

June 6 | Executive Director Newsletter

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR [link removed] CBTU Executive Director Sean Strickland shared what the speech from the throne means for Building Trades members Last week, King Charles III delivered an historic speech from the throne ([…

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May 23, 2025 at 2:00 PM

May 23 | Executive Director Newsletter

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Last week, the federal cabinet underwent its second shuffle of 2025, retaining some familiar faces but also introducing new ones. I look forward to working with John Zerucelli, the new Secretary of State for Lab…

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May 15, 2025 at 2:00 PM

2025 CBTU Distinction Awards Winners

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR WINNERS! Each year, the CBTU Distinction Awards are an opportunity to recognize industry leaders who have made a significant contribution to the Building Trades through years of service to the industry. We were proud to awa…

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May 9, 2025 at 4:39 PM

May 9 | Executive Director Newsletter

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) A MESSAGE FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Last week, millions of Canadians across the country went to the polls. I'd like to congratulate Mark Carney on his election as Prime Minister, following one of the most consequential elections in recent memory. …

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April 23, 2025 at 3:00 PM

Conference 2025 | Agenda and More!

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) AGENDA Our conference is just under a week away, and we have an exciting, packed schedule for you next week! We've got amazing programming next week, including: * Pollster David Coletto will be sharing the latest data on how Canadians voted and …

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April 11, 2025 at 5:04 PM

April 11 | Executive Director Newsletter

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) Editor's Note: CBTU is a non-partisan organization and does not officially endorse parties or their candidates. We encourage all candidates and parties to put their focus on policies and programs that uplift our members and all construction workers, …

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April 7, 2025 at 3:31 PM

Conference 2025 | Building It Green Workshop

View this email in your browser ([link removed]) BUILDING IT GREEN WORKSHOP Calling trainers and union leaders! You're invited to our Building It Green Train-the-Trainer workshop! The workshop will take place during our upcoming conference, Our Skills, Our Voice. You'll: * Learn how climate li…

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