Relay Newsletter

Dear Brothers & Sisters, 

I would like to acknowledge that April 28th was our National Day of Mourning. This is an important and solemn day for our industry, and a stark reminder that we work in a dangerous industry. Slips, trips and falls are listed as the largest issue; however, many believe that respiratory illness is not reported properly as it is not immediately apparent, and that it is most likely the major issue. The ESC group reports that: “More deaths were caused by occupational diseases than by injuries”. This underscores the importance of addressing long term health concerns associated with construction work, such as exposure to hazardous materials. It is important to make sure you are wearing properly fitted Personal Protective Equipment and always be vigilant about the hazards present at your workplace for you and your fellow Brothers and Sisters, to ensure that everyone returns home safe and sound to family and loved ones.

Every day our membership goes out and represents the IBEW by demonstrating a dedication to quality work. We are all ambassadors of the Union, and to that end I would like to thank you all for those conversations that you’ve had with the non-union workers. The organizers have made inroads with several shops due to the conversations that were being held between our members and the non-union. Whether it was at a job site, trade school or the local hockey rink. It is important to dispel the myths and highlight the advantages of being represented by the IBEW. We accomplish so much more as a team, and it is our greatest advantage to organizing.

For those of you that would like to plan for your retirement the Trustees are hosting an information session with Ellement consulting Monday June 9th at 7pm, at the Nepean Sportsplex Hall A. All members and spouses or family members are welcome to attend. Ellement will be explaining the tiers of retirement and what you need to do to prepare for your retirement.

Fraternally,

Brother Braydon Potter/Business Manager/Financial Secretary

Chers confrères et consœurs,

Je tiens à souligner que le 28 avril était notre jour de deuil national. Il s’agit d’une journée importante et solennelle pour notre secteur et d’un rappel brutal du fait que nous travaillons dans un secteur dangereux. Les glissades, les trébuchements et les chutes sont considérés comme le problème le plus important; cependant, nombreux sont ceux qui pensent que les maladies respiratoires ne sont pas signalées correctement car elles ne sont pas immédiatement apparentes, et qu’il s’agit très probable du problème principal. Le groupe ESC rapporte que : « Plus de décès ont été causés par des maladies professionnelles que par des blessures ». Cela souligne l’importance de traiter les problèmes de santé à long terme liés au travail dans le secteur de la construction, tels que l’exposition à des matériaux dangereux. Il est important de s’assurer que vous portez un équipement de protection individuelle correctement ajusté et d’être toujours vigilant quant aux risques présents sur votre lieu de travail, pour vous et vos confrères et consœurs, afin de garantir que tout le monde rentre chez soi sain et sauf, auprès de sa famille et des personnes qui lui sont chères.

Chaque jour, nos membres représentent la FIOE en faisant preuve de dévouement pour un travail de qualité. Nous sommes tous des ambassadeurs du syndicat et, à cette fin, j’aimerais vous remercier tous pour les conversations que vous avez eues avec les travailleurs non syndiqués. Les organisateurs ont fait des percées dans plusieurs ateliers grâce aux conversations qui ont eu lieu entre nos membres et les non-syndiqués. Que ce soit sur un chantier, dans une école de métiers ou à la patinoire de hockey locale. Il est important de dissiper les mythes et de souligner les avantages d’être représenté par la FIOE. Nous accomplissons beaucoup plus en équipe, et c’est notre plus grand avantage à nous organiser.

Pour ceux d’entre vous qui souhaitent planifier leur retraite, les administrateurs organisent une séance d’information avec Ellement consulting le lundi 9 juin à 19 heures, au Sportsplex de Nepean Hall A. Tous les membres et leurs conjoints ou les membres de leur famille sont invités à y assister. Ellement expliquera les différents niveaux de retraite et ce que vous devez faire pour préparer votre retraite.

Fraternellement,
Confrère Braydon Potter/Gestionnaire d’affaires/Secrétaire financier

WHEN and WHERE?

Is your dues receipt included with this newsletter?
If not, call Chloee to find out why!!
ATTENTION! Non-Working Dues for A/BA Members will be increasing by $1.00 on July 1st, 2025

Article XXI – Members in Arrears
Sec. 1. No member is entitled to notice of the monthly or quarterly dues of his L.U., nor of arrearages, but must take notice when payment is due.

 

*****NEW GENERAL MEETING LOCATION*****

Our next general meeting is scheduled for Tuesday May 20th, 2025, at 7:00p.m. at the Nepean Sportsplex in the Richmond Ballroom. You must present an official dues receipt paid through February 2025 to be admitted. La prochaine Assemblée prévue mardi le 20 mai 2025 à 19h00 pm au Sportsplex de Nepean dans la salle de bal Richmond. Vous devez présenter votre reçu officiel couvrant au moins le mois fevrier 2025.

Thinking about Retirement in the next 10 years?

IBEW 586 is hosting an information session presented by Ellement on Monday, June 9th at 7:00pm in “Hall A” Nepean Sportsplex. Spouses or family members are welcome to attend. Ellement will explain the tiers of retirement and what you need to do to prepare for your retirement.

RETIREE’S SECTION

Grace Presbyterian Church – 1220 Old Tenth Line Road, Orleans at 10am

The next Retiree’s meeting will be held on Tuesday May 20th, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. La prochaine rencontre sera mardi le 20 mai 2025 à 10h00.

EVENTS

NexGen: Next meeting will be held via ZOOM on July 7th, 2025, at 6:30pm. Please contact Bryan Hawkins at 613-809-2252 for further details. La prochaine réunion aura lieu via ZOOM le 7 juillet, 2025 à 18h30. Veuillez contacter Bryan Hawkins au 613-809-2252 pour plus de détails.

IBEW Golf Tournament: Friday 7.18.2025 The Meadows 4335 Hawthrone Rd, Gloucester. Shotgun start @ 1:00pm. $75 per Member, $140 Non Member. Lunch and dinner included *Must make payments upon registation* *No cash payments – Debit/E-Transfer/Credit Card payments only*. Registation closes July 11th, 2025 Please contact us for Registation 613-741-5664

Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival Team – Calling all Athletes and Team Players: Friday June 20th – 22nd 2025. Requirements:

• Must be available for 2 – 3 practices
• Must be dedicated
• No Experience Necessary
• Must be an IBEW 586 Member(in good standing)

Mooney’s Bay – Call the Hall to Register: 613-741-5664

AWARDS

10Yrs: Stephen Bradley
15Yrs: Joshua D. Brown, Denis Lambert, Mathieu Paquette
20Yrs: Brett Mask, Craig D. Wheler
25Yrs: Shane Humphries, Trever Richardson
30Yrs: Marc Morris
35Yrs: Arthur A. Borutski, Wes A. Britton, Bruce G. Brown, Michael Brunet, Peter E. Burnett,
Paul A. Choquette, Real J. Fortin, Robert L. Gourgon, Steven G. Johnston, Barry M. Lanthier,
Allen F. Martel, Kurt A. Metz, Wayne A. O’Connell, Daniel Ogrady, Timothy D. Peddie,
Dan J, Theelen, Derrick W. Theile, Richard Winters
40Yrs: Lionel D. Blanchard, Kostas Zanganas
50Yrs: Ken K. Papineau, Ronald C. Holmes, Kingsley R. Turner
55Yrs: Keith E. Brown, Roger A. Richer, Gregory J. Young, Andrew Buchanan
65Yrs: Theo Bouwmeester
70Yrs: Donald J. Coughlan

OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHIES

Brother Wayne Hayes
Who passed away in January 2025.

Brother Leonard A. Sadler
Who passed away in March 2025.

We want to extend our deepest sympathies to their family and friends.

CELEBRATION OF LIFE

Brother Lawrence “Larry” Capron
who passed away in March 2025.

When:

Saturday May 31st ,2025 from 2pm-4pm

Where:

Pinecrest Remembrance Services Ltd.
2500 Baseline Rd, Ottawa ON, K2C 1M5

EDUCATION

WHMIS UPDATE can be completed online. Please contact the hall for further information.

OTHER COURSES

2024 ONTARIO CODEBOOK UPDATE

COMING IN JUNE

Please contact the training center to register

First AID-CPR

TBD

Please contact the training center to register

*** 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.