May 26, 2016
Canadian Construction Lodges Plan for the Future
[Click to Enlarge] Boilermakers from the International Staff and Local Lodges; 203, 73, 271, 128, 555, 146 and 359 participated in the national meeting. Back Row (left to right): Ed Hoffmann 128, Dan Grieg 128, Kyle Petronski, Dale Quinn 128, Jim Beauchamp National Training, Jayne Clemance IT, Tim Ford 146, Ken Oliver Int. Rep, Gord Weel 359, Chris Peddle 128, Kim Blyth 73, Eugene Leblanc 73, Allan Belter National H&S, Joseph Maloney IVP of Canada, Kyle Groulx, Cory Channon Int. Rep., Rob Kappel 359, Rob Lauzon Int. Rep., Derrick Carney 73, Blair Allen 128, Ted Stark 555, Jason McInnis Director of H&S, Dalas Santavy 128. Front Row (left to right): Dino Gaudreau 128, Grant Jacobs National Director of Training, Dean Milton 146, John Petronski 128, Jerry Flattery 203, Kevin Chaisson 73, Michel Trepanier 271, Martin Nicholson 359, Emile Gareau 555, Arnie Stadnick Int. Rep., Jonathan White National Training. Photo by Richard MacIntosh.
The meeting had a full agenda and was chaired by International Vice President for Canada, Joseph Maloney. Participants at the meeting were informed of the programs that are open to all members. Below are some of the topics discussed.
Introduction of Boilermaker Job Ready App
The app is available from the Apple App Store and the Google Play store. Search for "Boilermakers Job Ready". Learn more by
clicking here.
Refurbish Work
Alex Lolua, General Manager of Electrical Power Systems Construction Association (EPSCA), reported that major refurbish work is to
begin this October with 4 units at Darling and starting in 2020 there will be 8 units at Bruce Power. There will be 1,000 Boilermakers employed at
peak times and EPSCA requests that the Boilermakers supply the required nuclear qualified workforce to complete the work. To learn more,
login to Members Only and view the March 24, 2016 announcement.
[Click to Enlarge] Chair IVP Maloney opening the National Meeting on employment opportunities and services to members of our union.
Boilermaker Total Health Program
The Boilermakers' union is proud to partner with the Canadian Men's Health Foundation to deliver a health check tool for men (BtH is working on a health
check tool for women). There are 18 questions that can give men a snap shot of their current and future health.
What you should know:
- It takes less than 10 minutes to see your next 10 years
- It's 100% anonymous and confidential
- It delivers a customized report with health tips to improve your current and future health
To learn more, login to Members Only and view the February 22, 2016 announcement.
Redundant/Repetitive Training
Boilermakers are studying ways to reduce the estimated cost of between $1.8 to $4.1 million a year due to redundant/repetitive training in the Boilermaker
industry. More on this to follow.
Owner Appreciation Days
Starting this August, Boilermakers will be hosting Owner Appreciation Days to promote the good work of Boilermakers in different parts of the country.
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Fort McMurray Fundraising
The International Brotherhood of Boilermakers raised over $140,000 for the Canadian Red Cross to assist the good people of Fort McMurray due to the Wildfire
that destroyed over 1600 Buildings. IVP Maloney and the Construction Local Lodges combined efforts to raise the money.
Boilermaker National Training
There are two new programs that are under development - the Metal Fabricator Red Seal Assessment and Hydraulic Torqueing Program - both will be added to the
E-Learning page in the near future. Learn more about what is posted in the Boilermaker Virtual Campus by
logging into Members Only and clicking "E-learning" in the left-hand menu.
Reciprocal Pressure Tickets
Information on reciprocal pressure tickets between provinces was shared. Information like this will allow the local lodges to prepare their welder members
for travel card work. Learn more about welding ticket requirements across Canada by
clicking here.
The Local Lodges along with IVP Maloney agreed to continue such meetings on a regular basis to identify areas of our industry we need to focus on so mobility and employment opportunities are available to all members.