May your jack-o’-lantern burn bright and may you share its warmth with family and friends. Wishing all Local 793 members and their families a happy Halloween filled with tricks and treats.
Local 793 members are currently working on a watermain replacement project in the town of Glencoe, ON, for Omega Contractors and Fortese Concrete. This $2 million project is essential for all the surrounding residents as watermains deliver a steady supply of fresh, clean drinking water to residents and businesses in the area. Below are some […]
Local 793 members are currently working on a watermain replacement project in the town of Glencoe, ON, for Omega Contractors and Fortese Concrete. This $2 million project is essential for all the surrounding residents as watermains deliver a steady supply of fresh, clean drinking water to residents and businesses in the area.
Below are some photos of Local 793 members onsite.
Photo 1: Rob Scott is operating a John Deere 300G excavator.
Photo 2: Brent Collins is operating a John Deere 310SL backhoe.
Photo 3: Matt Martin is operating a John Deere 333G skid steer.
Photo 4: Louie Fortese is operating a Gomaco GT-3600 curb and gutter machine.
The City of Iqaluit says that investigators have found a historic fuel spill beside the water treatment plant that may be the source of contamination in its water supply. Testing is being done to confirm the spill is the source of the contamination. There is still no timeline for when the city’s tap water will […]
The City of Iqaluit says that investigators have found a historic fuel spill beside the water treatment plant that may be the source of contamination in its water supply.
Testing is being done to confirm the spill is the source of the contamination. There is still no timeline for when the city’s tap water will be safe to drink.
On October 12, the city and the Government of Nunavut Health Department told Iqalummiut not to drink the tap water from the municipal water supply because it was suspected it had been contaminated with fuel.
Local 793 members are busy working for the Dell-Core Equipment on the OLG Woodbine Casino expansion project in Toronto. This $95 million project expands the current facility to 60,000 sq. ft. and is scheduled to be completed in 2022. Upon completion, this new expansion is expected to add roughly 3,700 new jobs to Ontario’s economy […]
Local 793 members are busy working for the Dell-Core Equipment on the OLG Woodbine Casino expansion project in Toronto. This $95 million project expands the current facility to 60,000 sq. ft. and is scheduled to be completed in 2022. Upon completion, this new expansion is expected to add roughly 3,700 new jobs to Ontario’s economy and contribute $30 million annually to the city of Toronto.
Local 793 member Andrew Rombough took the photo below from his Comedil 332 tower crane.
Local 793 members are busy working for NPL Canada completing a pipe inspection project for Enbridge in the Algoma area from Elliot Lake to Sault Ste Marie. Pipe inspections are essential to ensure a safe and reliable source of natural gas for residents in Northeastern Ontario. Below are some pictures of Local 793 members onsite. […]
Local 793 members are busy working for NPL Canada completing a pipe inspection project for Enbridge in the Algoma area from Elliot Lake to Sault Ste Marie. Pipe inspections are essential to ensure a safe and reliable source of natural gas for residents in Northeastern Ontario.
Below are some pictures of Local 793 members onsite.
Photo 1: (L to R) Local 793 steward Charlie Peters and oiler Dane Peters operating a John Deere 245G excavator.
Photo 2: (L to R) Foreman Waylon Spicer and Brandon Wolsing are assisting Kevin Robidoux who is operating a Cat 349 excavator.
A recent study completed found that fully vaccinated people are 63 per cent less likely to spread the delta variant and 73 per cent less likely to spread the alpha variant. These findings go against some misinformation insisting that vaccines no longer do much to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Source: https://www.newscientist.com/article/2294250-how-much-less-likely-are-you-to-spread-covid-19-if-youre-vaccinated/
A recent study completed found that fully vaccinated people are 63 per cent less likely to spread the delta variant and 73 per cent less likely to spread the alpha variant. These findings go against some misinformation insisting that vaccines no longer do much to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
On this 25th anniversary of the historic shutdown and subsequent demonstration by close to a quarter million people, Local 793 celebrates Metro Days of Action on October 25 and 26. On those two days in 1996, workers, trade unionists and social groups in Metro Toronto organized a series of local disruptions and protests against the harsh […]
On this 25th anniversary of the historic shutdown and subsequent demonstration by close to a quarter million people, Local 793 celebrates Metro Days of Action on October 25 and 26.
On those two days in 1996, workers, trade unionists and social groups in Metro Toronto organized a series of local disruptions and protests against the harsh new policies of Mike Harris’ Conservative government, leading to a city-wide general strike on October 25 and a mass rally on October 26.
More than 300 picket sites went up around Metro Toronto and thousands stayed off their jobs. Local 793 and other building and construction trade unions helped organize the many marches, picketing and demonstrations that helped shut Toronto down.
The pinnacle of the second day of protest was a massive march to the Ontario Legislature that was attended by hundreds of thousands of protesters. It is estimated that up to 300,000 people were in attendance, creating one of the biggest demonstrations ever seen in Ontario.
The Days of Action was instrumental in removing the Progressive Conservative party. In 2003, the Tory’s lost the federal election and the Liberal government came into power for the next 18 years, restoring fairness and balance in labour relations to the province.
In the photo above: Local 793 Business Manager Mike Gallagher and union members participated in the Days of Action protests against the Harris government in 1996. The highlight of the protest in Toronto was a massive march by thousands to the Ontario Legislature.
In the photo above: Local 793 Business Manager Mike Gallagher and President Joe Redshaw along with other members took part in a two-day protest in downtown Hamilton as part of the Days of Action protests.
Oscar Rivas outlasted unbeaten knockout artist Ryan Rozicki to win the inaugural WBC bridgerweight championship Friday evening at Olympia Theatre in Montreal. Rozicki and Rivas went twelve rounds in the slugfest, but Rozicki came up on the wrong end of a unanimous decision (116-111, 115-112, 115-112). Rozicki did his best to extend his perfect knockout and […]
Oscar Rivas outlasted unbeaten knockout artist Ryan Rozicki to win the inaugural WBC bridgerweight championship Friday evening at Olympia Theatre in Montreal.
Rozicki and Rivas went twelve rounds in the slugfest, but Rozicki came up on the wrong end of a unanimous decision (116-111, 115-112, 115-112).
Rozicki did his best to extend his perfect knockout and win streak through 13 pro fights but ultimately ran out of time. It was a brave showing for the career cruiserweight, whose record moves to 13-1 (13KOs) but who undoubtedly gained fans with his performance.
Rozicki is the son of Baffinland Union site rep, Bobby Currie. IUOE Local 793 is a proud sponsor and supporter of Ryan and wishes him success in his fighting career.
Ontario is set to lift all COVID-19 public health measures by the end of March, including mask mandates. Premier Doug Ford said Ontario is in a position to do this thanks to the province’s careful approach to re-opening and the resulting stability seen in case counts, hospitalizations and ICU admissions. The easing of restrictions will […]
Ontario is aiming to lift all remaining measures, including masking requirements and emergency orders, on March 28, 2022.
Local 793 wishes Ryan Rozicki a big win as he fights for the WBC Bridgerweight tonight. To purchase the pay-per-view event, visit the link below: English: https://bit.ly/3ppmwpq French: https://bit.ly/3vCRz1S
Local 793 wishes Ryan Rozicki a big win as he fights for the WBC Bridgerweight tonight.
To purchase the pay-per-view event, visit the link below:
English: https://bit.ly/3ppmwpq
French: https://bit.ly/3vCRz1S
