On Oct. 2, 2004, a groundbreaking ceremony is held at site of new head office.
On Oct. 2, 2004, a groundbreaking ceremony is held at site of new head office.
2004
In May 2004, Local 793 members picket for 3 weeks in Toronto roadbuilding sector.
In May 2004, Local 793 members picket for 3 weeks in Toronto roadbuilding sector.
2003
The provincial Tories are ousted from power thanks to the Working Families Coalition.
The provincial Tories are ousted from power thanks to the Working Families Coalition.
1998
In July 1998, members working under the provincial collective agreement go on strike for 3 weeks.
In July 1998, members working under the provincial collective agreement go on strike for 3 weeks.
1996
On Aug. 20, 1996, Local 793 is released from International supervision.
On Aug. 20, 1996, Local 793 is released from International supervision.
1996
Local 793 members join other unions at a rally in Toronto to protest the Tories.
Local 793 members join other unions at a rally in Toronto to protest the Tories.
1994
The local is put under International supervision due to financial problems.
The local is put under International supervision due to financial problems.
1990
Local 793 operators participate in demonstrations across the province.
Local 793 operators participate in demonstrations across the province.
1987
More than 70 Operating Engineers work on the SkyDome (Rogers Centre) in Toronto.
More than 70 Operating Engineers work on the SkyDome (Rogers Centre) in Toronto.
1986
Operators in the sewer and watermain industry strike for 3 weeks before settling on a contract.
Operators in the sewer and watermain industry strike for 3 weeks before settling on a contract.