Canada

Mar. 13

For One UBC Member, Airport Screening is a Lifesaver

For Local 1325 member James Morris and his wife, Mavis Berland-Morris, his cancer diagnosis and the death of her father “changed our dynamic; it struck to the core of us. Mavis has been my rock, and I’ve been hers. You can’t measure it; that’s what love is.” Morris is a member of the Witsiwit’en Nation, 

Dec. 18

The “UBC Mobile” App is the Direct Connection to the UBC

The United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America (UBC) is one of North America’s largest building-trades unions, with over half-million members working in the construction and wood-products industries. With a commitment to providing the next generation of construction professionals with the tools and resources they need to succeed in a demanding and competitive business, 

Jun. 9

James E. Smith, District Vice President (Canada) Retires After 25 Years of Exemplary Service on the General Executive Board

After 25 years of dedicated service on the General Executive Board of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters, District Vice President (Canada) James E. Smith ("Jim") has retired effective June 1st, 2017.

Feb. 22

UBC in Alberta Leading the Charge to Protect the Scaffolding Industry

Scaffold erection is dangerous work that requires pinpoint skills and quality training.

Feb. 22

Hope Blooms in Halifax with the Help of the UBC

When a group of Halifax inner-city youth needed assistance to keep their budding business program alive, UBC Carpenters Local 83 in Halifax, Nova Scotia, stepped up and offered their time and expertise.

Nov. 3

Ottawa UBC Members Jump Into Action During Parliament Shooting Crisis

Local 93 UBC members acted fast to help panic-stricken women caught in an open fire gunman attack.