Month: October 2023

Oakville MPP Stephen Crawford visited Local 793’s training institute, OETIO, to formally acknowledge receipt of the 2023 Apprenticeship Capital Grant Competitive Funding Program from the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD). Funding was used to purchase eight simulator upgrades from CM Labs (four at the Oakville campus and four at the Morrisburg […]

Oakville MPP Stephen Crawford visited Local 793’s training institute, OETIO, to formally acknowledge receipt of the 2023 Apprenticeship Capital Grant Competitive Funding Program from the Ministry of Labour, Immigration, Training and Skills Development (MLITSD).

Funding was used to purchase eight simulator upgrades from CM Labs (four at the Oakville campus and four at the Morrisburg campus), as well as an excavator, which is expected to be delivered to Morrisburg in late October.

Seen in the photo are Jeff Hewitt, OETIO Director of Training and Apprenticeship (left) and Oakville MPP Stephen Crawford at the IUOE Local 793 head office in Oakville.

The Apprenticeship Capital Grant Competitive Funding provides capital funding for training delivery agents to upgrade their equipment and training facilities in order to keep up with evolving technology and to train apprentices on equipment that is relevant to employers.

On the morning of Saturday, October 14, we will be conducting a scheduled power outage at our Oakville head office as the IT Department works to install an Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) system for our new computer servers. The outage will last for approximately 4-5 hours, beginning at 9 A.M. This upgrade is crucial to […]

On the morning of Saturday, October 14, we will be conducting a scheduled power outage at our Oakville head office as the IT Department works to install an Uninterrupted Power Supply (UPS) system for our new computer servers. The outage will last for approximately 4-5 hours, beginning at 9 A.M.

This upgrade is crucial to enhancing our infrastructure’s reliability, while also ensuring the integrity and safety of the Union’s and our members’ data.

As a result, members will not be able to access services usually available through the Local 793 or OEBAC websites or the OEBAC mobile app – such as paying Union dues or filing a benefits claim – for the duration of the shutdown.

We apologize for any inconvenience this temporary interruption may cause and very much appreciate your understanding in this matter.

Local 793 members are busy performing an integrity dig for TC Energy on a live natural gas mainline in Cobalt, Ont. This is a rare and very complex dig, as the slope is in excess of 15 degrees and requires precision and clear communication between the operator and his oiler. On site are Brothers Konnor […]

Local 793 members are busy performing an integrity dig for TC Energy on a live natural gas mainline in Cobalt, Ont. This is a rare and very complex dig, as the slope is in excess of 15 degrees and requires precision and clear communication between the operator and his oiler.

On site are Brothers Konnor Paquette (foreman), Brian Alexander (oiler/apprentice), Rick Paquette (superintendent) and Kevin Robideau (excavator operator). Brother Konnor is a 3rd generation member and Brother Rick is a 2nd generation member, proud son and grandson to retiree, Don Paquette.

The officers, executive board members and staff of IUOE Local 793 would like to wish all our members and their families a Happy Thanksgiving long weekend. Thanksgiving is a time that brings family and friends together around the table to enjoy good food, each other’s company and most importantly, celebrate all we have to be […]

The officers, executive board members and staff of IUOE Local 793 would like to wish all our members and their families a Happy Thanksgiving long weekend.

Thanksgiving is a time that brings family and friends together around the table to enjoy good food, each other’s company and most importantly, celebrate all we have to be thankful for.

Wishing everyone a safe, healthy, and relaxing Thanksgiving long weekend.

Please note that all offices will be closed Monday, October 9, 2023. Regular office hours will resume on Tuesday, October 10, 2023.

Many young people explored the skilled trades and the in demand opportunities of the industry at the Level Up! jobs fair in Sudbury. Level Up! is a series of dynamic, multi-day career fairs highlighting the 144 skilled trades. Over 25,000 students in grades 7 to 12, as well as parents and jobseekers, have the opportunity […]

Many young people explored the skilled trades and the in demand opportunities of the industry at the Level Up! jobs fair in Sudbury.

Level Up! is a series of dynamic, multi-day career fairs highlighting the 144 skilled trades. Over 25,000 students in grades 7 to 12, as well as parents and jobseekers, have the opportunity to learn about these trades through interactive exhibitions and hands-on activities while hearing directly from tradespeople and local employers.