Relay Newsletter - October 2026
Dear Brothers & Sisters,
This month, IBEW Local 586 was proud to have our delegates attend the 41st IBEW International Convention, an important gathering that brings IBEW members and leaders together from across North America to shape the future of our Union.
Our delegates were able to participate in discussions, debate important issues, and vote on resolutions and propose constitutional changes. These decisions help guide our Union and ensure that the voices of IBEW members continue to be represented and heard at the international level. The 586 delegates proudly represented our Local and took part in the process of making sure our members’ voices were heard through a truly democratic process.
Matt Wayland was elected as the new IBEW First District International Vice President. This is an exciting development for our district, and we look forward to working with Matt in his new role as he represents the interests of IBEW members. We are also proud to announce that Domenic Murdaca was elected as the new IBEW District 8 International Executive Council member. Congratulations to Domenic on this important responsibility. His election gives our district another strong voice at the international level. Congratulations to Matt Wayland and Domenic Murdaca on their elections!
As we prepare for our upcoming 100th anniversary in April 2027, we are looking for new ideas for logos and designs for merchandise. No A.I. submissions please. There is also going to be a need for volunteers to help us put on an event like this. If you have ideas for merchandise or are interested in volunteering for our upcoming anniversary, please reach out to our reception at reception@ibew586.org.
Fraternally,
Brother Braydon Potter/Business Manager/Financial Secretary
Chers confrères et consœurs,
Ce mois-ci, la section locale 586 de l’IBEW a été fière de voir ses délégués participer au 41e congrès international de l’IBEW, un rassemblement important qui réunit les membres et les dirigeants de l’IBEW de toute l’Amérique du Nord afin de façonner l’avenir de notre syndicat.
Nos délégués ont pu participer à des discussions, débattre de questions importantes, voter sur des résolutions et proposer des modifications constitutionnelles. Ces décisions contribuent à orienter notre syndicat et à garantir que les membres de l’IBEW continuent d’être représentés et entendus à l’échelle internationale. Les 586 délégués ont fièrement représenté notre section locale et ont pris part au processus visant à faire en sorte que la voix de nos membres soit entendue dans le cadre d’un processus véritablement démocratique.
Matt Wayland a été élu nouveau vice-président international du 1er district de l’IBEW. Il s’agit d’une nouvelle réjouissante pour notre district, et nous sommes impatients de collaborer avec Matt dans ses nouvelles fonctions, alors qu’il défendra les intérêts des membres de l’IBEW. Nous sommes également fiers d’annoncer que Domenic Murdaca a été élu nouveau membre du Conseil exécutif international du 8e district de l’IBEW. Félicitations à Domenic pour cette importante responsabilité. Son élection permet à notre district de disposer d’une nouvelle voix influente sur la scène internationale. Félicitations à Matt Wayland et à Domenic Murdaca pour leur élection!
Alors que nous nous préparons à célébrer notre 100e anniversaire en avril 2027, nous sommes à la recherche de nouvelles idées de logos et de designs pour des articles promotionnels. Veuillez ne pas soumettre de propositions générées par l’intelligence artificielle. Nous aurons également besoin de bénévoles pour nous aider à organiser un événement de cette envergure. Si vous avez des idées d’articles promotionnels ou si vous souhaitez vous porter bénévole pour notre prochain anniversaire, veuillez communiquer avec notre réception à l’adresse reception@ibew586.org.
Fraternellement,
Confrère Braydon Potter/Gestionnaire d’affaires/Secrétaire financier
Out of Work List/ ROE’S/Membership is located at 2460 Lancaster Rd, Suite 103
Education/Training is located at 1178 Rainbow St
WHEN and WHERE?
*****GENERAL MEETINGS RETURN TO NEW TRAINING CENTRE- 1178 RAINBOW*****
Our next general meeting is scheduled for Monday, October 19th, 2026, at 7:00pm at the New Training Centre, 1178 Rainbow St. You must present an official dues receipt paid through July 2026 to be admitted. La prochaine Assemblée prévue lundi le 19 octobre 2026 à 19h00 au nouveau centre de formation, 1178 Rue Rainbow. Vous devez présenter votre reçu officiel couvrant au moins le mois de juillet 2026.
RETIREE’S SECTION
MEETING LOCATION: New Training Centre – 1178 Rainbow St – Second Floor The next Retiree’s meeting will be held on Monday, October 19th, 2026, at 10:00am. La prochaine rencontre sera lundi le 19 octobre, 2026 à 10h00.
EVENTS
NexGen: Next meeting will be held via ZOOM on November 2nd, 2026, at 6:30pm. Please contact Brad Davies at 613-915-5312 for further details. La prochaine réunion aura lieu via ZOOM le 2 novembre, 2026 à 18h30. Veuillez contacter Brad Davies au 613-915-5312 pour plus de détails.
IBEW Local 586 at Saunders Farm Pumpkinfest: SATURDAY | OCT 17 | 10AM – 5PM 7893 BLEEKS RD INCLUDES ADMISSION PLUS:
- 5 Haunted Attractions
- Street Theatre
- Jumbo Jumpers
- Stage Show
- Puppet Show
- The Mazes
- Pumpkin Patch Hayride
- Play Structures
- Woodland Adventure
- Witch Mountain Slide
ADDITIONAL COST ITEMS “NOT COVERED BY IBEW
Gem Mine, Food Booths, MacIntosh’s Cider house, Zipline, Mini Diggers, Arcade, Saunders Safari Jeep Adventure, Bear Factory, Saunders Farm shop
80 SPOTS ONLY!!
Register before October 8th to secure your spot!
613-741-5664
Turkey Bingo at the Hall: 1178 Rainbow St, Saturday November 28th at 1PM. Turkeys and other prizes to be won!
Children’s Christmas Party: IBEW Training Centre 1178 Rainbow St, Gloucester, ON K1J 6X7. SUNDAY NOVEMBER 29TH 2026 11AM – 2PM Call the Hall to Register by October 23rd
IBEW Local 586 100th Anniversary Merchandise Ideas Needed!: Clothing Apparel & Stickers! No AI Submissions. Please send all ideas/designs to Reception at reception@ibew586.org
AWARDS
5 Yrs: Christopher W. Kasaboski, Gregory Rivett
10 Yrs: Stacy Anderson, Philippe Bolduc, Adam Declare, Don Galvin, Nick Mask, James Sheridan
15 Yrs: Gerald Bergin, Dennis Carroll, Kevin Gravelle Faubert, Ryan Leclaire, Dave P. Luckasavitch, Timothy Riley, Christopher S. Sullivan
45 Yrs: Gary J. Heney, Steven A. Kraft, Giovanni Martino
50 Yrs: Ken D. Mitchell
55 Yrs: Brent Belanger
EDUCATION
WHMIS UPDATE can be completed online. Please contact the hall for further information.
APPRENTICE TRAINING
CONSTRUCTION 1
Please contact the Training Centre for more info
CONSTRUCTION 2
Please contact the Training Centre for more info
CONSTRUCTION 3
Please contact the Training Centre for more info
JOURNEYPERSON TRAINING
FIRE ALARM 1
Sept 8th – Oct 15th 2026
Tuesday and Thursday
5:30pm-8:30pm
FIRE ALARM 2
Nov 3rd – Dec 10th 2026
Tuesday and Thursday
5:30pm-8:30pm
OTHER COURSES
*** ALL DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE ***
PRE-SCHOOL Classes are “MANDATORY” for ALL apprentices
WORKING AT HEIGHTS REFRESHER
** We are now booking 3 months from now **
CALL US – 3 to 4 Months “BEFORE” it Expires to Register
*** IBEW MY TRAINING ***
The local 586 training program is now live!
The local 586 training program is now live! https://www.ibew586mytraining.com/login
If you have not received your invite that means, we do not have a current email for you. Please call the hall to update your information to get your training expiry reminders and have access to your training records 24/7.
*** WHMIS NOTICE***
All members who need to update their WHMIS can access the instructions and link for the FREE VUBIZ training through the IBEW 586 members portal.
Step 1: Log in to your member portal on the IBEW 586 website. If you have not set up an account yet follow the steps and set one up.
Step 2: Once logged into the members area, on the right-hand column select the link to access Online WHMIS Training and follow the instructions as follows.