@buildingtradesab.bsky.social
BTA proudly coordinates and promotes the interests of 18 Alberta local skilled trades unions and more than 60,000 skilled tradespeople.
Congratulations to Edmonton's new mayor, @andrewknack.bsky.social!
Last week, the BTA had a productive discussion with Andrew on how we can collaborate to strengthen Edmonton's construction sector. Edmonton's new mayor is up to the task, and we are excited to work with him! #YEG #Construction
The BTA welcomes this proposed legislation from @heathermcpherson.bsky.social
The Building Trades Unions are proud to build greatness with our owner and contractor partners while remaining accountable to our members. Undemocratic labour organizations like CLAC are creating a race to the bottom.
Taxpayer dollars should never go to human trafficking.
The BTA's Rob Calver spoke with Global News on the undocumented workers found at the Calgary Event Centre job site and discussed the realities of this exploitation in our cities. #yyc #Construction
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On National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we reflect on the legacy of residential schools, honour survivors, and recommit to reconciliation.
The BTA's Lyle Daniels shares a powerful message on why inclusion matters in the Building Trades.
#TruthAndReconciliation #EveryChildMatters
The BTA was thrilled to have @albertandp.ca Leader, @naheednenshi.bsky.social, join our Executive Director, Terry Parker for a fireside chat at our 2025 Conference!
Mr. Nenshi shared his vision for our industry and for Albertans in the skilled trades. #BTA2025 #ABLeg #ABPoli
While we celebrate the rights of workers today on Labour Day, we recognize that we still have a ways to go.
This half-hour BTA documentary reminds us that the fight for justice in oue industry continues. www.youtube.com/watch?v=WD6x...
Tomorrow is Labour Day! 🛠️
Across Alberta, labour councils will be hosting festivities to bring workers together. Find your local labour council's event in this article by @kimsiever.bsky.social:
albertaworker.ca/news/where-t...
#LabourDay2025 #unionproud
Last weekend, our affiliate LiUNA Local 92 was joined by @albertandp.ca Leader @naheednenshi.bsky.social and Labour Critic, MLA @peggybevclare.bsky.social to commemorate their 100th anniversary.
This Labour Day, we celebrate all the strides we have made together for trades workers in Alberta!
Happy 100th Anniversary to @weareliuna.bsky.social Local 92! 🥳Here’s to another century of great achievements for your members and for the labour movement! 🍻
Shoutout to @unitehere.org Local 47 for cooking keeping these members fed with some great food!
#UnionStrong #UnionProud #Alberta
The BTA’s Rob Calver interviewed Steve Fulton, Owner of Fullcrete Construction. Fullcrete is a strong union contractor signatory to the OPCMIA Local 222. Steve has seen firsthand the undermining of skilled work by an abusive labour black market.
Stay tuned! 🎬
#MigrantRights #yeg #Alberta
For too long, women in construction have struggled to find properly fitting protective equipment. The Indigenous-owned Goodfish Lake Business Corporation is tailoring workwear for women in the trades to do their jobs safely and comfortably.
#Indigenous #WomenInTheTrades #BuildingTrades #UnionProud
The BTA and its affiliates, Ironworkers Local 725 and UA Local 496, had a great meeting with Canada's Secretary of State for Labour, John Zerucelli.
We were thrilled to see the Secretary's support for unionized labour in Canada's housing plan!
#Union #Labour #Canada #BuildingTrades #Housing
What's the best way to spend summer holidays? For these talented students, it's getting their hands on the tools! 🧰
Our affiliate, Sheet Metal Workers Local 8, is hosting the Heavy Metal Summer Experience at their union training shops. 🛠️
#skilledtrades #unionproud
For skilled trades workers, weather safety on site is vital. We are proud of the work of unionized labour to get workers in our industry proper protection and safety standards, but we know there is more to be done.
#HealthAndSafety #BuildingTrades #SkilledTrades #Construction #Union
🏁 We’re off to the races tonight at the Edmonton Int'l Raceway, bringing members together from across the Building Trades Unions! Some great conversations with folks in #Wetaskiwin about the opportunities in Alberta’s skilled trades!
#buildingtrades #construction #raceday #yeg
Congratulations to every Building Trades worker who helped build Canada's first LNG export facility the right way, the union way! 👷
#buildingtrades #skilledtrades #construction #LNG #kitimat #canadianenergy #unionproud #madeincanada
Union Wages > Non-union wages
Union Benefits > Non-union benefits
Union Pensions > Non-union pensions
#BuildingTrades #Union #SkilledTrades #Construction
This August Long Weekend, we thank all of our members across the Building Trades who continue to build Alberta. Did you know that weekends and overtime pay come from the labour movement? That's because unions recognize that every worker's time deserves respect.
#Union #UnionProud #UnionStrong
Labour leaders across the country are at the Council of the Federation to discuss the needs of workers. Our unions have a clear message: workers won’t be sidelined any longer.
Joined by Premier @davidebybc.bsky.social and CLC’s Lily Chang, our leaders are standing up to put workers first #CanLab
Our affiliated Union Locals offer world-class trades training centres right here in Alberta! These spaces allow apprentices to hone and master their crafts with industry-informed programs.
#UnionTraining #UnionStrong #UnionProud #Alberta #BuildingTrades
It was great to see Prime Minister @mark-carney.bsky.social at the @ubcbuilt-crc.bsky.social's Stampede Breakfast this weekend!
By working together, the Government and Labour can create good-paying jobs in our industry and pave the way for a resilient economy. Happy Stampede!!! 🤠🐎 #Stampede #Trades
From coast to coast, Building Trades members work every day to build and maintain the structures of our great nation. Today, let's celebrate every generation of Canadian skilled trades workers who have built this beautiful country.
Happy Canada Day!
#CanadaDay2025 #buildingtrades
This week, the BTA was proud to have joined CAM Industrial
to sign an Indigenous Partnership Agreement with Whitefish Lake First Nation for Dow's Path 2 Zero Project. The BTA is building a diverse workforce where Albertans of all backgrounds can build good-paying union careers.
#UnionProud #Labour
Our letter to Prime Minister @mark-carney.bsky.social congratulating him and expressing support for fast-tracking project approvals.
We look forward to working with Canada's Government to build a strong economy with limitless good-paying opportunities in the union trades.
#UnionStrong #CDNPoli
Find everything you need to join Alberta's unionized trades: alberta.constructiontradeshub.com
🔭 Explore the trades and find out where you fit best!
💪 Build your skills with free online courses, study guides and more!
👷 Connect to our 18-affiliated union locals!
#BuildingTrades #Union #UnionStrong
On #SafetyDay, our Building Resiliency Program's Director, Ian Robb, presented to the Lorneville crew at NOVA Chemicals on the resources available to strengthen their resilience and keep their mental health strong 💪.
Try flexing your own mental health muscles by heading to buildingresiliency.bta.ca
Attention Military in Edmonton! 🇨🇦The Bricklayers Union is with H2H offers 3–4 apprenticeship spots for Veterans in October 2025 intake.Watch the video vimeo.com/1031672606?s...
✔️ Paid training✔️ Great wages & benefits✔️ Union support✔️ #Bricklayers #UnionStrong #Canada #SkilledTrades #HelmetsToHardhats
Our affiliate, the @bacweb.org Local 1, has received accreditation to deliver first-period Bricklaying training. This means that apprentices entering the trade will now be able to access expert, union-led training in Edmonton!
#BuildingTrades #UnionTraining #UnionProud #Brickayer #Apprenticeship
Did you know? Practicing gratitude can reduce stress by up to 25%.
Take a couple of minutes to practice your mental health wellness through our Mental Health Action Challenge and be entered to win $100–$200 Visa Gift Cards: buildingresiliency.bta.ca
#MentalHealth #MentaHealthAction
May Long Weekend is here!
Whether you're on the job, at home or going away, be sure to stay safe and take care of yourself.
Happy Victoria Day!
#BuildingTrades #SkilledTrades #VictoriaDay #MayLongWeekend
