Local 586 had another great Ice Fishing Derby! Thanks to everyone who made it out and special shout out to Mike Brown for helping us take the derby to the… Read more »
Category: IBEW
New IBEW boss Barry will draw one line in the sand
The new leader of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Construction Council of Ontario (IBEW CCO) pledges to work closely with the Ontario government as it reinvents skilled trades regulation… Read more »
John Bourke delivers cheque to CHEO
On behalf of the Canadian Federation of Labour, John Bourke delivered a $36,000 cheque to CHEO. The Canadian Federation of Labour thanks CHEO for the tremendous amount of good work… Read more »
Mark Watson Takes on New Role as Executive Assistant to James Barry
As of February 1, 2020, IBEW Local 804 Business Manager Mark Watson will step down to take on a new role with the IBEW CCO as Executive Assistant to the… Read more »
Some of the upcoming projects here in Ottawa!
Over the course of this decade, billions of dollars worth of projects in Ottawa promise to change the city in fundamental ways. Read More
Happy New Year!
Happy new year from all of us here at Local 586!
Merry Christmas!
Merry Christmas from us all here at Local 586!
A Message from the Incoming Executive Secretary Treasurer, James Barry
Brothers and Sisters, It was with great pride and enthusiasm that I accepted the nomination to run for the position of Executive Secretary Treasurer of the IBEW Construction Council of… Read more »
2019-2020 IBEW 1st District Scholarships
Please see PDF links below for information on 2019-2020 IBEW1st District Scholarships or contact the office. Scholarship Letter – EN Application – EN Scholarship Letter – FR Application –… Read more »
LeBreton Flats Draft Master Concept Plan Survey
Brothers and Sisters, Please take a moment and complete this survey. The NCC is looking for input from the public to help create a “renewed” vision for LeBreton flats. Let… Read more »
Bourke: NCC’s current plan for LeBreton Flats is no plan at all
The RendezVous LeBreton initiative should not have been abandoned simply because one partner pulled out. Here’s why the NCC needs to rethink it. Read More
Big thanks to everyone who came out to the 2019 IBEW 586 Kids Christmas Party!
Big thanks to everyone who came out to the 2019 IBEW 586 Kids Christmas Party! This years party was a big success. Special thanks to Micheline and Steph for all… Read more »
Minister of Labour’s Portfolio Expands to Include Skilled Trades
The IBEW CCO welcomes the news that Minister of Labour Monte McNaughton has been given the added responsibility of oversight for the training and development of skilled trades. Read More
Apprentice Competition
Are you an apprentice or do you know an apprentice who has the skills and knowledge to compete in a province wide Apprentice Competition? IBEW Local 586 is looking for… Read more »
Federal Election 2019 Resources
As a democratic organization ourselves, we’re big supporters of the voting process. We strongly encourage everyone to make the time to go out and vote. Here are some tools you… Read more »
IBEW 586 Motorcycle Riding Group
Brother and Sisters, IBEW 586 is starting up a motorcycle riding group. All members and bikes welcome! If you’re interested in joining our IBEW 586 Motorcycle riding group, please contact… Read more »
Brothers and Sisters, make sure you are registered to vote!
Brothers and Sisters, make sure you are registered to vote! Click the link below to make sure you are registered, help you find your riding and where you can vote!… Read more »
Open call for all Brothers and Sisters interested in participating in the 2019 Local 586 Music Night!
Open call for all Brothers and Sisters interested in participating in the 2019 Local 586 Music Night! For more information, please contact the office.
Big thanks to everyone who made it out the the Local 586 Family Movie Night!
Big thanks to everyone who made it out the the Local 586 Family Movie Night! Special shout out to George and Colin for helping find some power and secure a… Read more »
String of Electrocutions Highlight Need for Increased Safety Measures
The Electrical Safety Authority states that the deaths and injuries, which occurred within a 24-hour period last week, were the result of individuals coming into contact with overhead electrical wires…. Read more »
Stop use notice for MightEvac and/or MightyLite Self Retracting Lifeline
This is a mandatory STOP USE NOTICE for your MightEvac and/or MightyLite Self Retracting Lifeline SRL Please take immediate action. The attachment provides instructions and a list of model numbers included for… Read more »
A Win in Ontario, but Labor’s Battles Continue
Toronto’s leaders stood defiantly in June against an anti-union attempt by Ontario’s Conservative Party to reclassify the city’s relationship with its construction workforce. Read More
Labour Minister McNaughton stops by Local 586
Labour Minister McNaughton met with 25 local area Building Trades representatives followed by a tour of Local 586 Training Center. Please click link below to read more. Read More… Read more »
Casting Call!
Brothers and Sisters, GROUNDGLASS is currently working on a commercial for the government that looks to feature real Ontario electricians to get more people into the trades. If you are… Read more »
Big thanks to everyone who made it out to the 586 Family BBQ!
Big thanks to everyone who made it out to the 586 Family BBQ!
Ontario Labour Minister Meets with IBEW Business Managers
The newly appointed Minister of Labour Monte McNaughton wasted no time in reaching out to the IBEW CCO, making one of his first calls to Executive Chairman James Barry on… Read more »
Enjoy your Summer!
All of us here at IBEW 586 are hoping you have a great summer! Our next event with be the “SOLD OUT” Local 586 golf tournament. We will then be… Read more »
“Skills and Safety Matter” delivered to Minister of Training Colleges and Universities Ross Romano
“Skills and Safety Matter” delivered to Minister of Training Colleges and Universities Ross Romano Read More
Protecting the Electrical Trade Through a Strong Voice
The Ontario government has introduced a new framework that will change how trades, including compulsory trades like electrician, are regulated. Bill 100 – the Protecting What Matters Most Act (Budget… Read more »
Big thanks to everyone who made it out to the 2019 Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival!
Big thanks to everyone who made it out to the 2019 Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival! IBEW 586 had a great day, taking home the cup for “Building and Development (Open)”… Read more »
We support Canada’s performing artists!
Check out Powering Communities new video! The Electrical Contractors Association of Ontario (ECAO) and the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Construction Council of Ontario and our local unions are… Read more »
UA members of Ontario come to a Memorandum of Agreement
Brothers and Sisters, The UA members of Ontario have come to a Memorandum of Agreement for their collective agreement. This is great news for not only us but every worker… Read more »
Liberal candidate for Carleton Chris Rodgers stops by Local 586!
Liberal candidate for Carleton Chris Rodgers stopped Local 586 to talk about the dangers of right to work legislation and meet some of our brothers and sisters.
MP Karen McCrimmon stops by Local 586
MP Karen McCrimmon stops by Local 586 to check out our training centre and discuss fair wage policy, women in the trade and the IBEW advantage! To support the… Read more »
Hire a certified electrician so you don’t have to call the fire department!
Hire a certified electrician so you don’t have to call the fire department. A joint message between the Ontario Association of Fire Chiefs (OAFC), the Electrical Contractors Association of Ontario… Read more »
Red Seal Standards Key to Successful Trades Apprenticeship Program
Few people outside of the skilled trades know about the Red Seal Program – but they should. Read More
Electrical Industry Coalition Seeks Role in Plans for Skilled Trades
The Electrical Contractors Association of Ontario (ECAO), the Ontario Electrical League (OEL) and the IBEW are joining forces to work with the Ontario government to educate them on why reducing… Read more »
Local 586 takes the win at the 2019 OPC IBEW Hockey Tournament!
Congrats to the Local 586 Div A hockey team for winning the 2019 OPC IBEW Hockey Tournament!
Big thanks to everyone who made it out to the 2019 IBEW 586 Bowling!
We had a great day, with some delicious pizza, lots of laughs and even a few strikes!
Canada’s National Day of Mourning – April 28th
Canada’s National Day of Mourning will be Sunday, April 28th, 12:30pm at the CLC monument in Vincent Massey Park. For further information, please review the picture below or contact the… Read more »
An apprenticeship model that works for everyone!
The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Construction Council of Ontario (IBEW CCO) and the Electrical Contractors Association of Ontario (ECAO) have released a research paper they believe can assist the… Read more »
Congratulations Mitchel Weynerowski on achieving “The Golden Pliers”!
This award is presented to the most outstanding apprentice who embodies excellence, demonstrates outstanding achievements and hard work both in school and on the job. Mitchel will be representing IBEW… Read more »
IBEW and ECAO Work Together to Promote Apprenticeship Model for Ontario
The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Construction Council of Ontario (IBEW CCO) and the Electrical Contractors Association of Ontario (ECAO) have released a research paper they believe can assist the… Read more »
Avoid shoddy work by using unionized tradespeople for public construction projects
There’s an old saying, you get what you pay for. Read More
Big thanks to everyone who made it out to the 2019 IBEW 586 Ice Fishing Derby!
Big thanks to everyone who made it out to the 2019 IBEW 586 Ice Fishing Derby! We had great weather and an even better turn out. Thank you to all… Read more »
West Block Time Lapse Video
This video shows 7 years of restoration and modernization work at the West Block in just 5 minutes. Many brothers and sisters from Local 586 have helped ensure that the… Read more »
Here’s Why Doug Ford’s Changes to Ontario’s Apprenticeship Rules Could Mean More Workplace Injuries
Ontario is moving towards the same model as BC where injuries in skilled trades are four times higher than the national average. Read More
Happy New Year!
Happy New Year to all! Make 2019 a year to remember!
Happy Holidays!
Happy Holidays from everyone here at IBEW Local 586!
Big thanks to everyone who made it out to Turkey Bingo!
Thank you to all the volunteers and attendees who made it out to the 2018 Local 586 Turkey Bingo!