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This Remembrance Day, we honour the brave men and women, both past and present, who have served and sacrificed for our great country. We will observe a moment of silence at 11:00 am across all offices to remember the fallen members of the Canadian Armed Forces and to show our gratitude to all who continue to serve. The courage shown by our veterans and active members is a daily reminder of what it means to serve with integrity and purpose. This moment of reflection reminds us to never forget the […]

This Remembrance Day, we honour the brave men and women, both past and present, who have served and sacrificed for our great country.

We will observe a moment of silence at 11:00 am across all offices to remember the fallen members of the Canadian Armed Forces and to show our gratitude to all who continue to serve. The courage shown by our veterans and active members is a daily reminder of what it means to serve with integrity and purpose.

This moment of reflection reminds us to never forget the sacrifices that were made for the freedom that we enjoy today.

We remember them today, and every day. Lest we forget.

Respectfully,

Mike Gallagher
IUOE Local 793 Business Manager

Proposal Meeting: London Roadbuilders Agreement When: Wednesday, November12, 2025 at 7 p.m. Where: Best Western PLUS Stoneridge Inn & Conference Centre located at 6675 Burtwistle Lane, London ON.  Dear Member, We will be holding a Proposal Meeting on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at the Best Western PLUS Stoneridge Inn & Conference Centre located at 6675 Burtwistle Lane, London, ON. Be sure you attend this important Proposal Meeting and please notify as many of your fellow members as possible who work or may work under the London Roadbuilders Agreement. Should you have […]

Proposal Meeting: London Roadbuilders Agreement

When: Wednesday, November12, 2025 at 7 p.m.

Where: Best Western PLUS Stoneridge Inn & Conference Centre located at 6675 Burtwistle Lane, London ON. 

Dear Member,

We will be holding a Proposal Meeting on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. at the Best Western PLUS Stoneridge Inn & Conference Centre located at 6675 Burtwistle Lane, London, ON.
Be sure you attend this important Proposal Meeting and please notify as many of your fellow members as possible who work or may work under the London Roadbuilders Agreement.
Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Business Representatives Kelly Burla or Dana Jones at the London office 519-652-2740.

Fraternally yours,
Mike Gallagher
Business Manager

London Sewer and Watermain, Curb, Gutter and Sidewalk Contractors Association When: Thursday October 30, 2025, at 7:00 pm Where: Best Western PLUS Stoneridge Inn & Conference Centre located at 6675 Burtwistle Lane, London, ON Dear Member: We will be holding a Proposal Meeting on Thursday October 30, 2025, at 7:00 pm at the Best Western PLUS Stoneridge Inn & Conference Centre located at 6675 Burtwistle Lane, London, ON. Be sure you attend this important Proposal Meeting and please notify as many of your fellow members as possible that work or […]

London Sewer and Watermain, Curb, Gutter and Sidewalk Contractors Association

When: Thursday October 30, 2025, at 7:00 pm

Where: Best Western PLUS Stoneridge Inn & Conference Centre located at 6675 Burtwistle Lane, London, ON

Dear Member:

We will be holding a Proposal Meeting on Thursday October 30, 2025, at 7:00 pm at the Best Western PLUS Stoneridge Inn & Conference Centre located at 6675 Burtwistle Lane, London, ON.

Be sure you attend this important Proposal Meeting and please notify as many of your fellow members as possible that work or may work under the London Sewer and Watermain, Curb, Gutter and Sidewalk Contractors Association.

Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Business Representatives Kelly Burla or Dana Jones at the London office 519-652-2740.

Fraternally,

Mike Gallagher
Business Manager

OETIO, in partnership with Readypower Canada, is proud to announce the launch of our High-Rail Excavator Operator course. It is designed to build both theoretical and practical skills for operating high-rail integrity excavators safely and effectively. By the end of the course, participants will be able to: Navigate operator manuals with confidence Utilize load charts for safe lift planning Understand the function and maintenance of multiple attachments Troubleshoot common high-rail excavator issues Hands-On Training Includes: Pre-operation Inspection Mastering Basic Controls Placing the Excavator On/Off Track Attaching & Removing Attachments Hoisting […]

OETIO, in partnership with Readypower Canada, is proud to announce the launch of our High-Rail Excavator Operator course. It is designed to build both theoretical and practical skills for operating high-rail integrity excavators safely and effectively.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Navigate operator manuals with confidence
• Utilize load charts for safe lift planning
• Understand the function and maintenance of multiple attachments
• Troubleshoot common high-rail excavator issues

Hands-On Training Includes:

• Pre-operation Inspection
• Mastering Basic Controls
• Placing the Excavator On/Off Track
• Attaching & Removing Attachments
• Hoisting from Float Truck & Travelling
• Loading Float Truck
• Emergency Recovery Procedure
• Post-operation Inspection

*Van Elle Canada assembled the track at the Oakville campus and helped build the curriculum of the high rail course.

Dear Brothers and Sisters, Wishing you a joyful Thanksgiving. Your dedication and hard work, fighting every day for our members, strengthen our union and inspire us all. May this holiday bring joy and warmth to your loved ones. Thank you for all that you do. Happy Thanksgiving! Fraternally, John L. Downey General President International Union of Operating Engineers

Dear Brothers and Sisters,

Wishing you a joyful Thanksgiving. Your dedication and hard work, fighting every day for our members, strengthen our union and inspire us all.

May this holiday bring joy and warmth to your loved ones. Thank you for all that you do.

Happy Thanksgiving!

Fraternally,

John L. Downey
General President
International Union of Operating Engineers

On behalf of myself, Local 793 officers, executive board members and staff, I would like to wish all our members and their families a very happy Thanksgiving. As the Business Manager of Local 793, I am truly thankful to lead a Union whose members work so hard each and every day to improve the lives of their families and wider communities. It is thanks to your dedication that Local 793 is stronger today than it has ever been. I hope you take this long weekend to rest, eat well and […]

On behalf of myself, Local 793 officers, executive board members and staff, I would like to wish all our members and their families a very happy Thanksgiving.

As the Business Manager of Local 793, I am truly thankful to lead a Union whose members work so hard each and every day to improve the lives of their families and wider communities. It is thanks to your dedication that Local 793 is stronger today than it has ever been.

I hope you take this long weekend to rest, eat well and enjoy quality time with family and friends. You richly deserve it!

I wish you all a Thanksgiving filled with enough love and laughter to warm you through the coming winter months.

Fraternally yours,

Mike Gallagher
Local 793 Business Manager

Please be advised that offices will be closed from Monday, October 13, 2025, for the Thanksgiving Day long weekend. Regular office hours will resume on Tuesday, October 14, 2025.

Please be advised that offices will be closed from Monday, October 13, 2025, for the Thanksgiving Day long weekend. Regular office hours will resume on Tuesday, October 14, 2025.

Amid the ongoing discussions around the Skills Development Fund, Business Manager Mike Gallagher believes, “If there’s been some findings which examine the process and how it could be improved, we would welcome that and have no issue with that whatsoever.” He also reaffirmed IUOE Local 793’s dedication to delivering high-quality training: “We’ve always wanted to provide the highest standards possible. And I believe our applications would have met any new standard that might be put in place.” In line with this commitment, Local 793 is planning to develop more training […]

Amid the ongoing discussions around the Skills Development Fund, Business Manager Mike Gallagher believes, “If there’s been some findings which examine the process and how it could be improved, we would welcome that and have no issue with that whatsoever.”

He also reaffirmed IUOE Local 793’s dedication to delivering high-quality training:

“We’ve always wanted to provide the highest standards possible. And I believe our applications would have met any new standard that might be put in place.”

In line with this commitment, Local 793 is planning to develop more training facilities in Hamilton, Sarnia, and Sudbury. These expansions will enhance access to training and create more opportunities for operating engineers across Ontario.

Read more: https://canada.constructconnect.com/dcn/news/government/2025/10/ontario-construction-stakeholders-rally-behind-sdf-amid-ag-criticisms

Last Sunday, 100 members of Local 793 and their families witnessed history as the Toronto Blue Jays clinched the AL East title, a proud moment for the city and a celebration for our Union community. As part of Member Appreciation Day, we gave away two pairs of tickets at every district union meeting across Ontario throughout September to thank our members for their continued support. We hope you enjoyed cheering on the Jays alongside your Local 793 Brothers and Sisters! Your dedication, solidarity, and commitment are what make our Union […]

Last Sunday, 100 members of Local 793 and their families witnessed history as the Toronto Blue Jays clinched the AL East title, a proud moment for the city and a celebration for our Union community.

As part of Member Appreciation Day, we gave away two pairs of tickets at every district union meeting across Ontario throughout September to thank our members for their continued support.

We hope you enjoyed cheering on the Jays alongside your Local 793 Brothers and Sisters! Your dedication, solidarity, and commitment are what make our Union stronger every single day!

September 30 is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, also known as Orange Shirt Day. On this day, we pause to honour the children who never returned home, the survivors of residential schools, and the enduring strength of their families and communities. It is a time for reflection, learning, and commitment. As individuals, organizations, and as a nation, we all have a role to play in advancing reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples. We encourage everyone to take this opportunity to deepen their understanding of the history and legacy of residential […]

September 30 is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, also known as Orange Shirt Day.

On this day, we pause to honour the children who never returned home, the survivors of residential schools, and the enduring strength of their families and communities.

It is a time for reflection, learning, and commitment. As individuals, organizations, and as a nation, we all have a role to play in advancing reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples.

We encourage everyone to take this opportunity to deepen their understanding of the history and legacy of residential schools, the significance of Orange Shirt Day, and the current issues facing Indigenous communities today.

IUOE Local 793, OETIO, and OEBAC stand in solidarity with Indigenous communities and echo the powerful message: “Every Child Matters.”