Happy Thanksgiving Long Weekend – Offices Closed Monday

Written by Local 793 Staff

Local 793 wishes our members and all the ones you’ll share this holiday with a Happy Thanksgiving Long Weekend. There’s always something to be thankful for, and we are grateful to all the hard-working Brothers and Sisters that make Local 793 everything it is. We hope your Thanksgiving and the rest of this year is […]

Local 793 wishes our members and all the ones you’ll share this holiday with a Happy Thanksgiving Long Weekend.

There’s always something to be thankful for, and we are grateful to all the hard-working Brothers and Sisters that make Local 793 everything it is.

We hope your Thanksgiving and the rest of this year is filled with an abundance of happiness and bright moments.

Please note, offices will be closed Monday, October 10th, 2022.

 

Baffinland reports 80% of Canadians support mining in recent poll

Written by Local 793 Staff

A recent public opinion poll shows an unprecedented 80% of Canadians support mining, as more people become aware of the industry’s critical role in producing green technologies. As more people see mining companies, like Baffinland Iron Mines, making commitments to reduce CO2 emissions it has helped Canadians see a promising future in the industry and […]

A recent public opinion poll shows an unprecedented 80% of Canadians support mining, as more people become aware of the industry’s critical role in producing green technologies.

As more people see mining companies, like Baffinland Iron Mines, making commitments to reduce CO2 emissions it has helped Canadians see a promising future in the industry and as a global economy that looks to decarbonize.

Read the full report here.

Local 793 member goes with the flow on regular maintenance check-up

Written by Local 793 Staff

Brother Greg Kelly, an operator at Modern Crane Rental, runs an 80-ton mobile crane to perform a stop-log placement for regular maintenance at Sir Adam Beck generating stations in Niagara Falls. The Sir Adam Beck dam regulates the flow to the No. 1 & No. 2 powerhouses downstream near 14000 Niagara Pkwy. Our knowledge of […]

Brother Greg Kelly, an operator at Modern Crane Rental, runs an 80-ton mobile crane to perform a stop-log placement for regular maintenance at Sir Adam Beck generating stations in Niagara Falls.

The Sir Adam Beck dam regulates the flow to the No. 1 & No. 2 powerhouses downstream near 14000 Niagara Pkwy.

Our knowledge of these generating stations heavily influences Ontario’s experience with hydroelectric power. Its unique geography and natural reservoir (Lake Erie and the rest of the upstream Great Lakes) are naturally suited to sizeable hydropower.

member inside crane cab with waterfront in the background

Shipping increase approved; Baffinland won’t terminate workers

Written by Local 793 Staff

Baffinland Iron Mines will “immediately … be rescinding all termination notices” issued to 1,100 employees after federal Northern Affairs Minister Daniel Vandal approved its request to increase its shipping limit this year, a company spokesperson said Tuesday. Read the full article here. (Photo by Jeff Pelletier. Northern Affairs Minister Daniel Vandal speaks at a press […]

Baffinland Iron Mines will “immediately … be rescinding all termination notices” issued to 1,100 employees after federal Northern Affairs Minister Daniel Vandal approved its request to increase its shipping limit this year, a company spokesperson said Tuesday.

Read the full article here.

(Photo by Jeff Pelletier. Northern Affairs Minister Daniel Vandal speaks at a press event at the Canadian Museum of History in Gatineau, Que., in June 2022).

WINTER IS COMING! Road work ramps up with anticipation of snow

Written by Local 793 Staff

Local 793 members were paving a section of Balmoral Avenue adjacent to the Thunder Bay Police headquarters last Wednesday. After last week’s first frost of the season, the region will see an increase in road paving construction in anticipation of the approaching snow. Contractor: Bruno Contracting Paving Group

Local 793 members were paving a section of Balmoral Avenue adjacent to the Thunder Bay Police headquarters last Wednesday.

After last week’s first frost of the season, the region will see an increase in road paving construction in anticipation of the approaching snow.

Contractor: Bruno Contracting Paving Group

Wide shot of road work being completed

793 Operator Magazine, Issue 158: FALL 2022

Written by Local 793 Staff

Welcome to 793 Operator, the magazine. In this edition, you’ll read the Business Manager’s Report, get important details about the General Membership meeting on Sunday, September 25 at the OE Banquet & Conference Centre in Oakville, see photos of members and their families taking part in Labour Day parades held across the province, and much […]

Welcome to 793 Operator, the magazine.

In this edition, you’ll read the Business Manager’s Report, get important details about the General Membership meeting on Sunday, September 25 at the OE Banquet & Conference Centre in Oakville, see photos of members and their families taking part in Labour Day parades held across the province, and much more.

Digital magazines can be instantly accessed and read on tablets, smartphones, or other digital platforms anywhere and anytime. They enhance the user experience and offer links to important resources and information for quick access, as well as great video content! Utilizing current technology is a more-environmentally friendly and cost-effective approach to publishing and keeping Local 793 members informed.

Still looking to get a printed copy of 793 Operator? Click HERE and fill out the short request form.

Enjoy this digital edition of 793 Operator!

793 Operator – Issue 158 Fall 2022