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This month’s #BE4ALL Toolbox Talk looks at the relationship between labour and management, and how SMART, SMACNA, and ITI work together to support safer jobsites, stronger training, and long-term industry success. smacna.org/docs/default-s…

Another great Tradetalk feature reflects on the legacy of the Pattullo Bridge and the new stal̕əw̓asəm Bridge, and how bridge building in B.C. has changed over time. online.flippingbook.com/view/294680643…

🗞️ The latest issue of #Tradetalk spotlights BC’s historic investment in trades training, and we’re proud to see the Sheet Metal Workers Training Centre featured! ➡️ Read the full article in tradetalk: online.flippingbook.com/view/294680643…

The Spring issue of Tradetalk is here. This edition highlights crane operation becoming a certified skilled trade, a historic investment in training, momentum in shipbuilding, the case for universal AED access, & more. Take a look through the latest issue: online.flippingbook.com/view/294680643/

🗓️ Mark your calendar for Skills Canada BC Provincials 2026 on Apr 15 at the Abbotsford Trade & Exhibition Centre. This event is a great way to discover the many possibilities in skilled trades and technologies. Learn more: skillscanada.bc.ca/competitions/p…

The Canadian Council of Directors of Apprenticeship is recognizing outstanding contributions to apprenticeship in Canada through three Red Seal awards. Nominations for the Darryl Cruickshank Red Seal Industry Award are open until April 2, 2026. Learn more: red-seal.ca/eng/about/awar…

Making the most of your SMART membership includes exploring benefits — the SMART Member Benefits Marketplace offers savings on everyday purchases, gift cards, travel, entertainment, and more. auth.savings.workingadvantage.com/smart-union/si…

A more inclusive skilled trades workforce starts with the right support. SkillPlan’s Build Your Skills Learning Hub helps apprentices strengthen essential skills and prepare for success in their training.

Hats off to our students who wrapped up their technical training on February 27! Wishing our Level 4 Sheet Metal grads every success moving forward. #February2026Grads #bestwishes #congratulations #SMITB #SMWTCS #classes #jobs #training #apprenticeshiptraining

.@Skills_Canada National Competition 2026 is coming up on May 28 and 29 at the Enercare Centre in Toronto. More than 550 competitors from across Canada will compete in over 40 skilled trade and technology contests. More about the event: skillscompetencescanada.com/en/event/skill…

📝Applications are now open for the 2026 @WeBuildBC Indigenous Apprentice Bursary. Created to support Indigenous apprentices in B.C., this bursary awards two $2,500 bursaries each year to apprentices enrolled in a recognized trades training program.

#IWD is a moment to celebrate women building our trade’s future and today’s #SMARTCanada spotlight feels close to home. Savannah discovered sheet metal through a one-week Intro to Sheet Metal class delivered with SMWTCS & the Squamish Nation. facebook.com/people/Sheet-M…

First week on the job — and she already knew she was in the right place. Sharing today’s #WomenInConstructionWeek spotlight from SMART Canada featuring Sister Téjha (Local 285), a second-year apprentice heading into year three. ⬇️ facebook.com/people/Sheet-M…

Another #WomenInConstructionWeek spotlight from SMART Canada — Jordyn (Local 296, Saskatchewan), one of the first women from her Local to attend Tradeswomen Build Nations last year. ⬇️ facebook.com/people/Sheet-M…

Today’s SMART Canada #WomenInConstructionWeek spotlight features Sister Chanel (Local 235, Windsor) - a 4th-year apprentice who helped start a Women’s Committee in her Local. Find more stories from Canadian SMART sisters on #SMARTCanada’s Facebook page: facebook.com/people/Sheet-M…

It’s #WomenInConstructionWeek, and SMART Canada is featuring inspiring Canadian SMART sisters. See the spotlights on #SMARTCanada’s Facebook page: facebook.com/people/Sheet-M…

.@WeBuildBC 53rd Convention is underway, guided by this year’s theme: “People & Projects: Fueling Our Economy.” Delegates from affiliate unions will gather alongside industry leaders, partners, & stakeholders for discussion, connection, and collaboration. convention.bcbuildingtrades.org/node

.@bccwitt is hosting a WITT Wednesday event in partnership with the Canada Revenue Agency — a free virtual Intro to Taxes and Credits for Tradespeople webinar on Wednesday, March 4. Register: tinyurl.com/yy52hfv8

Canadian Apprenticeship Forum, in collaboration with the Southern First Nations Secretariat, has released a new report on First Nations school-to-work transitions into the skilled trades in Southern Ontario. Details below: caf-fca.org/research_repor…

Women in Construction Week is just around the corner — March 1–6! During #WIC Week, SMART & the International Women’s Committee will celebrate union sisters making an impact, with spotlights on inspiring Canadian SMART sisters. Join #WICW Happy Hour! 🔗shorturl.at/GwcHO