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Please see below the most recent updates on the federal and provincial governments’ response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More

I presented this well-researched report to Monte McNaughton, Minister of Labour, Training and Skills Development to assist the government in its decision-making process regarding apprenticeship reforms. This report addresses some misconceptions about apprenticeship needs as they relate to the 309A Electrician and provides recommendations on how the province can ensure a sustainable apprenticeship intake for our trade.  The… Read more »

Brothers and Sisters, Ideal will be holding a virtual Battle of the Schools during the month of October!  This competition is open now, and will run until October 23rd, in conjunction with our Stay Wired to Win October challenge. The challenge is an online, timed quiz focusing on safety in the workplace. Competitors will have 10… Read more »

Brothers and Sisters, Anyone who is ordered to self-isolate due to complications from COVID-19 and misses more than half a week of pay may be entitled to a new automatic $500/wk benefit. Please see the link below for more information. https://www.canada.ca/en/revenue-agency/services/benefits/recovery-sickness-benefit/crsb-who-apply.html

Please see link below for more information: Visa Extension Opportunities at Pennsylvania Chemicals (Cracker Plant)

A historic partnership between the Building and Construction Trade Unions of Eastern Ontario and Western Quebec (BTC) and The Ottawa Hospital (TOH) was struck in commemoration of Labour Day 2020 and to launch the next stage of  development for the new Civic hospital development. Read More

Brothers and Sisters, IHSA is looking to build a strategy on how best to deal with Covid-19 within our industry as this pandemic persists. IHSA is keenly interested in the perspective of the worker in Ontario, and what they believe is required, to ensure everyone returns home safe every day. Please read information found below… Read more »

The city of Ottawa is on record as being one of the first cities in Canada to hold a Labour Day March. It took place on September 3, 1872 when seven Ottawa area unions organized a parade a mile long headed by the city’s firefighters. Labour Day was officially recognized in Canada in 1894. Since… Read more »

Please see links below for important information about updates and changes to our plan. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the office. Thank you. EIO H&B – Cancel RIYEC and promote HCSA EIO H&B – Cancel RIYEC and promote HCSA – FR vCare Introduction

Check out this article from the CCO! Read More

Brothers and Sisters, I would like to thank the membership for giving me the opportunity to represent you as your President. I promise to serve you to the best of my abilities and make Local 586 the best it can possibly be. This week I had the pleasure of swearing in Local 586’s new officers… Read more »

Brothers and Sisters , Please consider signing this petition. A Community Benefits Agreement would insure that good jobs building LeBreton Flats, go to local building trades, local workers and members of the IBEW. For more information, please contact the office. https://cbaforlebretonflats.ca/petition/

Brothers and Sisters, Is your working at heights training expired or expiring soon? The Local 586 Training Centre has started running refresher classes with physical distancing measures in place. Please contact George at the hall to schedule for a class as they will fill up quickly. gkardaras@ibew586.org

Below is the most recent updates on the federal and provincial governments’ response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More

Brothers and Sisters, The administration and staff of IBEW Local 586 would like to thank everyone who participated in the 2020 elections. The IBEW was founded on democratic principles, and it would not be possible to advance our collective goals without the voters and candidates who work together to make that possible.

Below is the most recent updates on the federal and provincial governments’ response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More

Brothers and Sisters, Effective Monday, June 15th, 2020, the office will be open again to the membership. HOWEVER, we will only allow one person in at a time. There will be hand sanitizer and face masks available at reception. We ask that you maintain a six foot distance between yourselves and others if more than… Read more »

Below is the most recent updates on the federal and provincial governments’ response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More

Brothers and Sisters, IBEW Local 586 stands against any form of racism, discrimination or oppression. We stand in solidarity with all our brothers and sisters.   Read More

Below is the most recent updates on the federal and provincial governments’ response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More

REMINDER:   Brothers and Sisters,   Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and social distancing restrictions, Local 586 will be mailing out all vacation pays. There will be no in person pick up, all checks with be mailed out Monday, June 1st. If you have any questions, please contact the office.

ATTENTION : Brothers and Sisters, The return envelope you have received for the 2020 IBEW 586 General Election DOES NOT HAVE A STAMP. We are immediately sending you a stamp for your return envelope. You will be receiving your stamp with a message from the election judge that you can read below. If you have… Read more »

Brothers and Sisters, Please see documents below for an update from Coughlin. More information can be found in our “Member Area” in the “Coughlin” section. If you have any questions, please contact the office.  

Below is the most recent updates on the federal and provincial governments’ response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More

Below is the most recent updates on the federal and provincial governments’ response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More

Below is the most recent updates on the federal and provincial governments’ response to the COVID-19 pandemic.   Read More

Ontario names members of Construction Advisory Panel. Read More

Brothers and Sisters, Please take a moment today and remember those who have been injured or died at work. We all have faced unsafe work conditions and today is a reminder to speak up and report hazards at the work place.  

Brothers and Sisters, Nominations for the 2020 IBEW 586 Local Union Election are now viewable in the “Member Area” of the IBEW 586 website. To gain access to “Member Area” please sign into the website. Please note that your account will be verified to ensure you are a Local 586 member. This process may take… Read more »

Below is the most recent updates on the federal and provincial governments’ response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More   April 15th Update from Federal and Provincial Governments Below is the most recent updates on the federal and provincial governments’ response to the COVID-19 pandemic. READ MORE   April 14th Update #2 from Federal and… Read more »

Below is the most recent updates on the federal and provincial governments’ response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More   April 14th Update #2 from Federal and Provincial Governments Below is the most recent updates on the federal and provincial governments’ response to the COVID-19 pandemic. READ MORE   April 14th Update from Federal and… Read more »

Below is the most recent updates on the federal and provincial governments’ response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More   April 14th Update from Federal and Provincial Governments Below is the most recent updates on the federal and provincial governments’ response to the COVID-19 pandemic. READ MORE   April 9th Update from Federal and Provincial… Read more »

Below is the most recent updates on the federal and provincial governments’ response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More   April 9th Update from Federal and Provincial Governments Below is the most recent updates on the federal and provincial governments’ response to the COVID-19 pandemic. READ MORE   April 8th Update from Federal and Provincial… Read more »

Below is the most recent updates on the federal and provincial governments’ response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More   April 8th Update from Federal and Provincial Governments Below is the most recent updates on the federal and provincial governments’ response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More   April 7th Update from Federal and Provincial… Read more »

Message from IBEW/CCO Executive Secretary Treasurer, James Barry: See below as a better understanding of yesterday’s announcement by the Premier as it relates to construction. Read More   April 3rd Update from Federal and Provincial Governments Below is the most recent updates on the federal and provincial governments’ response to the COVID-19 pandemic. READ MORE  … Read more »

Below is the most recent updates on the federal and provincial governments’ response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More   REVISED List of Essential Workplaces For COVID-19 Including Construction Following advice from Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health, on April 3, 2020, Ontario updated the list of essential businesses that can remain open. The restrictions… Read more »

Following advice from Ontario’s Chief Medical Officer of Health, on April 3, 2020, Ontario updated the list of essential businesses that can remain open. The restrictions are aimed at further reducing contact between people and stopping the spread of COVID-19. Read More   April 2nd Update from Federal and Provincial Governments Below is the most… Read more »

Below is the most recent updates on the federal and provincial governments’ response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More   April 1st Update from Federal and Provincial Governments Below is the most recent updates on the federal and provincial governments’ response to the COVID-19 pandemic. READ MORE   March 31st Update from Federal and Provincial… Read more »

Below is the most recent updates on the federal and provincial governments’ response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More   March 31st Update from Federal and Provincial Governments Below is the most recent updates on the federal and provincial governments’ response to the COVID-19 pandemic. READ MORE   March 27th Update from Federal and Provincial… Read more »

Local 586 will be RESTRICTING access to the office. The office will be closed to walk-in traffic until further notice. Local 586 will be making adjustments to Local 586’s HIRING/LAYOFF procedures and we are temporarily suspending Article XII, Sec. 21 of the Local 586 By-laws.  Also, Local 586 will be POSTPONING the IBEW OPC Hockey… Read more »

Below is the most recent updates on the federal and provincial governments’ response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More   March 27th Update from Federal and Provincial Governments Below is the most recent updates on the federal and provincial governments’ response to the COVID-19 pandemic. READ MORE   Message from James Barry: Update from Federal… Read more »

***Attention Apprentices*** For all those who will be writing their Certificate of Qualification exam in the near future, we will be running a “Distance Learning” style Pre-Exam class using the ZOOM application. The class will be held on Thursday evenings from 5:30 to 8:30 pm starting May 28th. If you are interested please contact George… Read more »

Below is the most recent updates on the federal and provincial governments’ response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More   Message from James Barry: Update from Federal Government After Passing Bill C-13 Below is the update from the federal government after passing Bill C-13, The COVID-19 Emergency Response Act.  The province is introducing their economic… Read more »

Below is the update from the federal government after passing Bill C-13, The COVID-19 Emergency Response Act.  The province is introducing their economic statement later this afternoon, and we will send another update once it is tabled. Read More   James Barry Responds to Decision Regarding Construction Places as Essential Workplaces IBEW CCO Executive Secretary… Read more »

IBEW CCO Executive Secretary Treasurer, James Barry, has responded to Premier Ford and Minister McNaughton regarding construction places as essential workplaces to remain open during COVID-19 pandemic.  Mr. Barry’s official response may be found via the link below: Read More

Canada Emergency Response Benefit: https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/ei/cerb-application.html   For a comprehensive list of benefits : Department of Finance Canada’s website.

UPDATE: March 20, 3:13:56 PM Collectively, the Construction Employers Council of Ontario (CECCO), Council of Ontario Construction Associations (COCA), Ontario General Contractors Association, and the Provincial Building & Construction Trades Council of Ontario have released a COVID-19 Advisory for Construction Workplaces in Ontario.  Please click the link below to read the full advisory: Read More… Read more »

Brothers and Sisters, To date, COVID-19 has been characterized as a pandemic worldwide. In response to the construction industry’s questions regarding the COVID-19 outbreak, the following are steps everyone should be taking now. Initial Guidance on COVID-19

Local 586 will be RESTRICTING access to the office. The office will be closed to walk-in traffic effective this Monday, March 16th to April 6th, 2020. Local 586 will be making adjustments to Local 586’s HIRING/LAYOFF procedures and we are temporarily suspending Article XII, Sec. 21 of the Local 586 By-laws.  Also, Local 586 will… Read more »