Relay Newsletter - January 2012
Business Manager's Comment
Dear Brothers and Sisters,
I would like to wish the entire membership a Happy New Year in 2012.
The work picture in our jurisdiction will be very strong throughout 2012. At present we have some unemployment but we have been able to put members calling for jobs back to work within 7 to 14 days.
I would like to acknowledge both John Harrison and Kurt Metz for the great work they have been doing as organizers in our Local Union. If you know any non-union electricians or apprentices that may be interested in joining the IBEW please have them speak to either of the above.
Sincerely,
James Barry
Business Manager and fellow member
Is your official dues receipt included with this newsletter?
WHEN and WHERE?
Our next general meeting will be held on Monday, January 16th, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. at the union hall at 1178 Rainbow Street, Ottawa. You must present an official dues receipt paid through to October 2011 to be admitted.
SPORTS
IBEW 586 Hockey Fridays….resumes January 6th, 13th, 20th & 27th and February 3rd, 10th, 17th & 24th, 2012 at the Ottawa University at 1:00pm.
RETIREES SECTION
The next regular meeting will be held Monday January 16th, 2012 at 10:00 a.m. Thinking of joining their club? Call the union office for more information.
DEEPEST SYMPATHIES
I regret to announce the following members have passed away…
- Brother Mark Neely on December 12th, 2012
- Brother Fred Sebastien on January 1, 2012
DID YOU KNOW??
IBEW office hours are from Monday to Thursday, 7:30am to 4:00pm and Fridays, 8:00am to 12:00pm (noon)
APPRENTICES
IBEW will reimburse your trade school fee ONLY if you complete 30HR H&W, Basic Code, CS1, CS2 & CS3 at the hall. Reimbursement is based on the following:
- 100% if you get all A’s
- 75% if you get one B
- 60% if you get one –C
You must bring your ORIGINAL transcripts and receipt from school for reimbursement.
AWARDS
5Yrs:
10Yrs:
- Scott Campbell
- Jerome Tremblay
15Yrs:
20Yrs:
30Yrs:
40Yrs:
- Gary A Ball
- Daniel W Cameron
- Roland P Bond
- Robert Richer
- Frank J Riznek
SPECIAL NOTE……
Michel Denis celebrated 35 years on December 1, 2011 and was missed in the December relay. Congratulations Michel!
NEW ITEM FOR SALE……
New Steel-toe boots! (made in Canada)
- CSA approved
- IBEW Logo.
- $115.00 (shipping and taxes included)
Call Angèle to place your order!! (some sizes in stock at the union office)
2012 Fishing Derby
To be held Saturday February 4th at Petrie Island off Hwy 174 in Orleans for members and family. Activities start @ 8am. Free coffee, hot chocolate & hot dogs. 2 heated ice huts and portable potty’s & free minnows. Prizes for 1st, 2nd & 3rd biggest fish & also the most fish caught! Supper @ 5pm at union hall where prizes will be awarded. Fishing licenses can be purchased at most Canadian Tire stores (one day permits also) For more info call Mike Bruyère at 613-837-6911. VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!!
EDUCATION - JANUARY 2012
WHMIS UPDATE and FALL PROTECTION will be held @ 5:00pm before the general meeting.
APPRENTICE COURSES
CONSTRUCTION I
(Tues/Thurs + 2 Sat)
March 6th to April 17th, 2012
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CONSTRUCTION II
(Mon/Wed, Wed/Fri + 1 Sat)
April 9th to May 9th, 2012
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PRE EXAM
(Fri 12:30 to 3:30pm)
April 13th to May, 2012
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CONSTRUCTION III
(Tues/Thurs + 1 Sat)
April 10th to May 10th, 2012
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30HR HEALTH & SAFETY
(Tues/Thurs 5:30 to 8:30)
January 10th to February 9th, 2012
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BASIC CODE BOOK
(Fri. 12:30 to 3:30 pm)
January 13th to February 17th, 2012
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JOURNEYMEN COURSES
FIRE ALARM LEVEL I
Fri. 12:30 to 3:30pm &
every 2nd Sat
March 9th to May 4th, 2012
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FIRE ALARM LEVEL II
Fri. 12:30 to 3:30pm &
every 2nd Sat
October 19th to December 7th, 2012
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FIRE ALARM LEVEL III
Fri. 12:30 to 3:30pm &
every 2nd Sat
January 13th to March 2nd, 2012
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FIRE ALARM UPDATE
Wednesday 6:00 to 9:00pm
March 28th to May 23rd, 2012
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ARC FLASH AWARENESS
March 14th, 2012
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FIRE ALARM LEVEL IV
Fri. 12:30 to 3:30pm & every 2nd Saturday
March 23rd to May 11th, 2012
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OTHER COURSES
WIND & SOLAR POWER
Mon/Tues/Thurs 5:30 to 8:30pm + Fri 12:30 to 2:30pm
March 5th, 7th, 9th, 2012
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4-POSITION CWB WELDING
Fri. 12:00 to 4:00pm & Sat 8:00am to 2:30pm
March 2nd to May 26th, 2012
$50 & Experience required
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Basic Welding
Saturday 8:00am to 2:30pm
April 21st to May 26th, 2012
NOTE: $50 DEPOSIT REQUIRED |
NOTICE FOR APPRENTICES
You need to complete the 30hr Health & Safety, Basic Code Book and Construction I BEFORE you go to Basic Trade School!
If you have not completed the required pre trade school training you will NOT be eligible for reimbursement for trade school registration cost..