CBAs put communities first and challenge corporate myths

by | Jul 18, 2019

By M. Malatesta Construction workers and many local communities are looking with hope to the B.C. government’s new Community Benefits Agreement (CBA) program for long-term improvements in the economy and work opportunities. As public construction projects move into...

Video counselling can help remote clients

by | Jul 5, 2019

By Jason McBain Qualified BC Building Trades members can get counselling support even if they’re working in construction camps or living outside the Lower Mainland. The Construction Industry Rehabilitation Plan program is designed to provide mental health and...

Construction workers starting to see parental benefits

by | May 19, 2019

By Leslie Dyson Teamster member Ryan Verigan and his wife had their first child in February and he finished his work as a foreman at the John Hart Dam in March. “I’m looking forward to taking a couple of months off to enjoy my new family,” he said. Currently, EI is...