Local 793 members have the golden touch at Cote Gold project

Written by Local 793 Staff

Local 793 members are busy working for Mammoet and Aecon Mining Construction Services on the Cote Gold project in Gogama, ON. This project involves building all the required infrastructure so that mining operations can begin. This project is expected to take 15-18 months and 600,000-man hours to complete. Below are some photos of Local 793 […]

Local 793 members are busy working for Mammoet and Aecon Mining Construction Services on the Cote Gold project in Gogama, ON. This project involves building all the required infrastructure so that mining operations can begin.

This project is expected to take 15-18 months and 600,000-man hours to complete.

Below are some photos of Local 793 members onsite.

Photo 1: Ashton Shaw, Denis Deshesnes, Leo Bourque, Derick Morin, Steve Aho, Todd Burch, Ron Caron proudly posing with a Local 793 flag onsite.

Photo 2: Wesley Roy in a Terex 3800.

Photo 3: Wesley Roy operating a Terex 3800 onsite.

Ashton Shaw, Denis Deshesnes, Leo Bourque, Derick Morin, Steve Aho, Todd Burch, Ron Caron proudly posing with a Local 793 flag. Wesley Roy in a Terex 3800. Member Wesley Roy operating a Terex 3800.

2022 Ray Goodfellow Scholarship

Written by Local 793 Staff

The Board of Directors of the Crane Rental Association of Ontario has established a scholarship fund in memory of the Association’s past President, Ray Goodfellow. The scholarship is awarded annually and is available to the dependents and grandchildren of employees of active members of the Crane Rental Association of Ontario working in the crane rental […]

The Board of Directors of the Crane Rental Association of Ontario has established a scholarship fund in memory of the Association’s past President, Ray Goodfellow. The scholarship is awarded annually and is available to the dependents and grandchildren of employees of active members of the Crane Rental Association of Ontario working in the crane rental and concrete pump sectors.

The 2022 Scholarship Program is now open. Click here for the application.

Deadline for submissions is March 25, 2022.

Exclusive offer to Bell Mobility Discount Plans

Written by Local 793 Staff

IUOE Local 793 is pleased to offer savings to your mobile service with the introduction of the Bell Mobility Discount Plans. The program is designed to offer preferred rate plans to Local 793 members which go beyond standard consumer promotions and special offers. The discount is available to all Local 793 members, retirees and up […]

IUOE Local 793 is pleased to offer savings to your mobile service with the introduction of the Bell Mobility Discount Plans.

The program is designed to offer preferred rate plans to Local 793 members which go beyond standard consumer promotions and special offers.

The discount is available to all Local 793 members, retirees and up to five family members. Members must be initiated and in good standing with the Union to access the plan.

In order to activate or migrate an existing Bell mobile number to the plan for a discount, proof of membership is required. Acceptable proof includes your Union card and Union registration number.

To access exclusive pricing, call the dedicated specialist team at 1-833-964-4479 and activate your plan.

To check out the latest devices, click here and then call the EPP White Glove Centre at 1-833-964-4479 to activate.

Hours of operation: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM EST.

 

Ontario imposing stronger proof-of-vaccination measures

Written by Local 793 Staff

The Ontario government is introducing stronger proof-of-vaccination measures to combat rising COVID-19 infections. The government is dropping its tentative plan to end the provincial vaccine-passport program in mid-January and will require all proof-of-vaccination certificates to include QR codes as of Jan. 4, 2022. Expanded booster dose eligibility to all Ontarians 18 years of age and […]

The Ontario government is introducing stronger proof-of-vaccination measures to combat rising COVID-19 infections.

The government is dropping its tentative plan to end the provincial vaccine-passport program in mid-January and will require all proof-of-vaccination certificates to include QR codes as of Jan. 4, 2022.

Expanded booster dose eligibility to all Ontarians 18 years of age and older will occur on January 4, 2022, with appointments to be booked approximately six months after receiving a second dose.

Source: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/covid-19-ontario-dec-10-2021-vaccination-measures-1.6280860

Ontario Taking Action to Protect Against Omicron Variant

Get on board with supporting a skilled trades labour mobility tax deduction

Written by Local 793 Staff

By members telling the federal government to follow through on their campaign commitment and implement a skilled trades labour mobility tax deduction for out-of-pocket expenses when travelling for work, you can help get the tax rules changed. The cost to travel for work (mileage, accommodations, food, etc.) aren’t tax deductible and aren’t always covered by […]

By members telling the federal government to follow through on their campaign commitment and implement a skilled trades labour mobility tax deduction for out-of-pocket expenses when travelling for work, you can help get the tax rules changed.

The cost to travel for work (mileage, accommodations, food, etc.) aren’t tax deductible and aren’t always covered by your employer. When costs aren’t covered by your employer, skilled trades workers, like Local 793 members, should receive equal treatment under the Tax Act. This means keeping more money in your pocket.

What to do:

It’s easy and takes less than 2 minutes. A letter of support has already been drafted for you by Canada’s Building Trades Unions. CLICK HERE to send a clear message to your Member of Parliament that you support a Skilled Trades Workforce Mobility Tax Deduction.

Please share this letter campaign with your Brothers and Sisters and encourage them to participate.

More information:

Skilled trades mobility tax deduction critical to addressing labour supply shortages

More housing coming to Peterborough

Written by Local 793 Staff

Local 793 members are hard at work for Trisan Construction on the Ambria Residential development project in Peterborough, ON. This project is estimated to be completed by 2023 and will include 130 units, addressing the strong demand for housing in the area. Below are photos of Local 793 members onsite. Photo 1: Charlie Ashmore is […]

Local 793 members are hard at work for Trisan Construction on the Ambria Residential development project in Peterborough, ON. This project is estimated to be completed by 2023 and will include 130 units, addressing the strong demand for housing in the area.

Below are photos of Local 793 members onsite.

Photo 1: Charlie Ashmore is operating a John Deere 700J dozer.
Photo 2: Mario Pecheco is operating a ZW220 Hitachi rubber tire loader.

Charlie Ashmore is operating a John Deere 700J dozer. Mario Pecheco is operating a ZW220 Hitachi rubber tire loader.

Successful General Membership Meeting Held Safely for Members

Written by Local 793 Staff

Local 793’s finances remain healthy, the pension and benefit plans are on solid footing, and the purchase of regional property in Barrie, Sarnia, Hamilton, and Thunder Bay to further service members and increase training opportunities remains a top priority. That was some of the key messages Business Manager Mike Gallagher gave to members at the […]

Local 793’s finances remain healthy, the pension and benefit plans are on solid footing, and the purchase of regional property in Barrie, Sarnia, Hamilton, and Thunder Bay to further service members and increase training opportunities remains a top priority.

That was some of the key messages Business Manager Mike Gallagher gave to members at the Special Executive Board Meeting and General Membership Meeting this past weekend at the O.E. Banquet & Conference Centre in Oakville.

It was the first of these meetings since September 2019 and the first gathering at the banquet hall since the 100th Anniversary Dinner-Dance in December 2019. Everyone in attendance was required to be fully vaccinated as per provincial government rules for indoor gatherings and required to wear masks throughout the meeting.

For more information about the General Membership Meeting, see the full report in the upcoming holiday issue of Making Tracks.

Business Manager Mike Gallagher addresses members.

Ontario to extend paid sick day program

Written by Local 793 Staff

Yesterday, Ontario Minister of Labour Monte McNaughton announced that the Doug Ford government will extend its paid sick leave program until at least July 31, 2022. This program offers Ontario employees to take up to three paid sick days per year. The sick days will help workers take time off to get their COVID-19 booster shots or to take […]

Yesterday, Ontario Minister of Labour Monte McNaughton announced that the Doug Ford government will extend its paid sick leave program until at least July 31, 2022. This program offers Ontario employees to take up to three paid sick days per year.

The sick days will help workers take time off to get their COVID-19 booster shots or to take time to get children vaccinated.

Source: https://www.cp24.com/news/ontario-to-extend-paid-sick-day-program-until-july-2022-1.5697462

Northern Ontario to see infrastructure building and repair with additional $1 billion

Written by Local 793 Staff

Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced on Wednesday the approval of an additional $1 billion over the next five years into infrastructure in northern and rural Ontario. Funding will focus on building and repairing roads, bridges, and water/wastewater systems. Allocations of the funds will be determined based on each communities’ different economic needs. Starting in 2022, […]

Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced on Wednesday the approval of an additional $1 billion over the next five years into infrastructure in northern and rural Ontario. Funding will focus on building and repairing roads, bridges, and water/wastewater systems. Allocations of the funds will be determined based on each communities’ different economic needs. Starting in 2022, the minimum increase of funding will be $100,000 for all communities per year where the previous minimum was $50,000.

Local 793 members are working on essential infrastructure

Written by Local 793 Staff

Local 793 members are working hard for Groundworks Construction Co on their water and sewer project in Pickering, ON. This project involves installing a new sewer and working on the mainline. Below is a photo of Local 793 members (L to R) Dave Mizzau and Stephen Carlton standing in front of a John Deere 450C […]

Local 793 members are working hard for Groundworks Construction Co on their water and sewer project in Pickering, ON. This project involves installing a new sewer and working on the mainline.

Below is a photo of Local 793 members (L to R) Dave Mizzau and Stephen Carlton standing in front of a John Deere 450C excavator onsite.

Local 793 members Dave Mizzau and Stephen Carlton standing in front of a John Deere 450C excavator.