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Send in your applications before you miss out! Dependents and grandchildren of Local 793 members can apply for the Jack Redshaw Scholarship as long as the Union member is in good standing at the time of selection. Download the application form at https://iuoelocal793.org/why-join/awards/ or email jackredshawscholarship@iuoelocal793.org for more info.

Send in your applications before you miss out!

Dependents and grandchildren of Local 793 members can apply for the Jack Redshaw Scholarship as long as the Union member is in good standing at the time of selection.

Download the application form at https://iuoelocal793.org/why-join/awards/ or email jackredshawscholarship@iuoelocal793.org for more info.

What does Labour Day mean to you? Watch the video of our members sharing what Labour Day means for them and our Union at the Toronto Labour Day Parade 2024.

What does Labour Day mean to you?

Watch the video of our members sharing what Labour Day means for them and our Union at the Toronto Labour Day Parade 2024.

On behalf of myself, the Officers, Executive Board and Staff of IUOE, Local 793, I wish you and your loved ones a happy Labour Day long weekend. As we celebrate Labour Day, let us take a moment to honour the hard work and dedication each of you brings to your craft daily. Your skills and commitment are the backbone of our success and the strength of our Union. This Labour Day, we recognize not only the achievements of our past but also the ongoing efforts that continue to shape a […]

On behalf of myself, the Officers, Executive Board and Staff of IUOE, Local 793, I wish you and your loved ones a happy Labour Day long weekend.

As we celebrate Labour Day, let us take a moment to honour the hard work and dedication each of you brings to your craft daily. Your skills and commitment are the backbone of our success and the strength of our Union.

This Labour Day, we recognize not only the achievements of our past but also the ongoing efforts that continue to shape a better future for all of us. Your solidarity and perseverance drive us forward and strengthen our collective voice.

Enjoy this well-deserved break and remember that our unity is our greatest asset. Together, we build the future.

I invite all members and their families who are able to march to attend one of the many parades held around the province on Monday. Additionally, members are welcome to attend an area picnic and enjoy the day with their family and fellow members following the march (Sunday in Oshawa).

For more details about the parades and events in various districts, visit: https://iuoelocal793.org/event/labour-day-parades/

Fraternally yours,
Mike Gallagher

Steam-Era Fair Begins Today! See cool vintage working construction equipment, restored vehicles, and so much more! Drop by our booth to check out Union memorabilia, video and images from a bygone age. Local 793 members and guests (in the same vehicle) get $5 off the $15 general admission ticket when they show their Union card at the gate, while children aged 12 and under are free!  

Steam-Era Fair Begins Today! See cool vintage working construction equipment, restored vehicles, and so much more! Drop by our booth to check out Union memorabilia, video and images from a bygone age.

Local 793 members and guests (in the same vehicle) get $5 off the $15 general admission ticket when they show their Union card at the gate, while children aged 12 and under are free!

Local 793 was proud to join our Brothers and Sisters from locals across North America at the 64th IUOE Annual Canadian Conference in Winnipeg. Local 793’s delegation included the entire slate of elected officials and was led by Business Manager Mike Gallagher, who received congratulations from Canadian Regional Director Patrick Campbell on his team’s recent acclimation. It was noted that Brother Gallagher is the longest-serving IUOE business manager in Canada. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was this year’s headline speaker. Business Manager Gallagher took the opportunity to question Canada’s PM, raising […]

Local 793 was proud to join our Brothers and Sisters from locals across North America at the 64^th IUOE Annual Canadian Conference in Winnipeg.

Local 793’s delegation included the entire slate of elected officials and was led by Business Manager Mike Gallagher, who received congratulations from Canadian Regional Director Patrick Campbell on his team’s recent acclimation. It was noted that Brother Gallagher is the longest-serving IUOE business manager in Canada.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau was this year’s headline speaker. Business Manager Gallagher took the opportunity to question Canada’s PM, raising several issues of concern to Local 793’s membership, including the high cost of groceries and housing.

Brother Gallagher told Mr. Trudeau, “We have kids or grandkids who feel there is no hope that they can ever get themselves into a home – we need to build now and put our members to work. But we also need to deal with the grocers who have taken advantage of our people during Covid. I would suggest that if you were to go after that, it might be a very popular thing with Canadians.”

Brother Gallagher closed by urging the prime minister to develop a new deal for the people “that will correct what ails us here in Canada.”

During a wide-ranging response, Mr. Trudeau touted his government’s record on investing in infrastructure and public services. He insisted, “If the next election is actually about who has a plan to meet the changing world, we’re in and solve the challenges we’re facing, then I like our chances.”

Before the three-day event closed, Local 793 President Dave Turple was elected to the Canadian Conference Executive Board.

Don’t miss this opportunity! The Jack Redshaw Scholarship is still open and accepting applicants until Friday, September 13th, 2024. Dependents and grandchildren of Local 793 members can apply for the Jack Redshaw Scholarship as long as the Union member is in good standing at the time of selection. If interested, you can download the application form at https://iuoelocal793.org/why-join/awards/ or by emailing jackredshawscholarship@iuoelocal793.org for more info.

Don’t miss this opportunity! The Jack Redshaw Scholarship is still open and accepting applicants until Friday, September 13th, 2024.

Dependents and grandchildren of Local 793 members can apply for the Jack Redshaw Scholarship as long as the Union member is in good standing at the time of selection.

If interested, you can download the application form at https://iuoelocal793.org/why-join/awards/ or by emailing jackredshawscholarship@iuoelocal793.org for more info.

Acquiring workers’ training and certifications and providing proper safety precautions are crucial in eliminating hazards surrounding our members’ workplaces. So, it’s critical to follow and comply with health and safety regulations and adhere to industry standards that protect workers’ lives. Adequate preparation, planning, and assessment can eradicate the irrevocable loss of life within our community. Properly maintaining equipment that our members utilize every day is also vital to securing their safety at all times. IUOE Local 793 stands as a dedicated advocate for the protection of all workers involved in […]

Acquiring workers’ training and certifications and providing proper safety precautions are crucial in eliminating hazards surrounding our members’ workplaces. So, it’s critical to follow and comply with health and safety regulations and adhere to industry standards that protect workers’ lives.

Adequate preparation, planning, and assessment can eradicate the irrevocable loss of life within our community. Properly maintaining equipment that our members utilize every day is also vital to securing their safety at all times.

IUOE Local 793 stands as a dedicated advocate for the protection of all workers involved in building and maintaining Ontario. The importance of this mission cannot be overstated, emphasizing that safety is not a matter of chance – it’s a deliberate choice that each person must make.

The Canadian Conference of the International Union of Operating Engineers is providing 10 financial bursaries worth $1000! Dependants and grandchildren of Local 793 members can apply as long as the Union member is in good standing at the time of selection. Learn more: https://iuoelocal793.org/why-join/awards/

The Canadian Conference of the International Union of Operating Engineers is providing 10 financial bursaries worth $1000!

Dependants and grandchildren of Local 793 members can apply as long as the Union member is in good standing at the time of selection.

Learn more: https://iuoelocal793.org/why-join/awards/

Hydrovac is a non-destructive process that exposes the water, gas, and power lines through pressurized water excavation. It involves loosening and suctioning earth materials surrounding the underground pipes. Despite being an alternative to hand-digging, hydro vac still has safety hazards involving overhead powerlines and underground utilities, using high-pressure water and vacuum, machines making loud noises, and workers working at heights. Industry standards and practices are in place to protect the workers on site and prevent these from happening. Knowing your limits of approach is crucial with overhead wires. Reducing and […]

Hydrovac is a non-destructive process that exposes the water, gas, and power lines through pressurized water excavation. It involves loosening and suctioning earth materials surrounding the underground pipes.

Despite being an alternative to hand-digging, hydro vac still has safety hazards involving overhead powerlines and underground utilities, using high-pressure water and vacuum, machines making loud noises, and workers working at heights. Industry standards and practices are in place to protect the workers on site and prevent these from happening.

• Knowing your limits of approach is crucial with overhead wires.
• Reducing and controlling water pressure can avoid line strikes.
• A kill switch (dead man switch) is an essential safety device that can be activated or deactivated if the operator gets into a dangerous situation.
• Wearing hearing protection is vital.
• Establish clear boundaries to set up a perimeter around the hazardous areas of the work site.

IUOE Local 793 stands as a dedicated advocate for the protection of all workers involved in building and maintaining Ontario. The importance of this mission cannot be overstated, emphasizing that safety is not a matter of chance – it’s a deliberate choice that each person must make.