Representing BC's finest in the ironworking industry. Safety first, quality always. Advocating for fair wages, benefits & training for our members.
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The shooting at the Alberta Piping Trades College has shaken many of us in the union and trades training worlds.
This is a tragedy that should never have happened.
Ironworkers Local 97 stands with United Association 488 on this sombre day.
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This weekend, an iconic piece of the Metro Vancouver skyline came down and Ironworkers 97 members made it happen.
The Pattullo Bridge was deconstructed and lowered onto a barge.
This was a big job that required expertise and focus. Of course, Local 97 members met the moment!
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A new study that reviewed 140 completed projects proves what we've always known: union labour outperforms open shop:
-Union labour was 17% more productive
-Using union labour reduced total project costs by an average of 7%
-Labour costs were 16% lower on union projects
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Read more on our website: ironworkerslocal97.com/news/…
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We support Indigenous workers and communities through training programs and apprenticeships that bring a strong future in the trades.
Just this month, we were proud to hold a 2-week Boot Camp in partnership with the Lower Nicola Indian Band and Citxw Nlaka'pamux Assembly.
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Labour Day is an important day to recognize the contributions of Ironworkers and workers from across Canada and around the world.
There are many events taking place across BC.
Find the Labour Day event near you, invite your family and friends and head out for a good time!
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Congratulations to the brand new MP-elect for North Vancouver-Capilano!
Ironworkers Local 97 was proud to endorse @braedencaley during his campaign and, now that he's won the byelection, we're confident he'll be an excellent member of parliament!
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That means Canadian workers on the tools, Canadian apprentices learning the trades and Canadian steel going into the ground. Braeden Caley is committed to putting union labour at the centre of building the major projects Canada needs.
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Congratulations, Braeden. We look forward to working with you to build this great country!
@MarkJCarney
@liberal_party
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Jessica Reid is the office manager for us at Local 97. She also plays in the SFU Pipe Band as a drummer!
This week, the @sfupipeband captured the global title at the World Pipe Band Championships held in Glasgow, Scotland. What an achievement!
We're proud of you, Jessica!
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Ironworkers Local 97 Business Manager Doug Parton endorses candidate Braeden Caley in North Vancouver-Capilano.
Statement from Ironworkers Local 97 Business Manager Doug Parton:
"For generations, our members have helped build this country and this province. 1/7
-$6 billion to recruit, train and hire 100k trades workers
-Expanding apprenticeship and investing in state-of-the-art training facilities to help young people build careers in the trades
-Putting union labour at the centre of building the major projects Canada needs 6/7
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