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Message from James Barry As promised in my message from June 26, 2019 I am pleased to announce we have…
The IBEW CCO, along with the ECAO, OEL, and CLAC are leading the way in actively working with government to ensure we prrotect the integrity of the electrical trade in a collaborative approach, an unprecedented level of representation within our trade for a submission to government.
Message from James Barry Executive Chairman IBEW CCO As many of you know, the Ontario government has introduced a new…
On May 6 – 8, 2019, we celebrated the 30th anniversary of Skills Ontario with yet another successful competition and…
The Ontario Budget 2019 Section D includes sections on reforming apprenticeships – input from experts in skilled trades essential.
Two Ontario electrical sector organizations have released a report recommending steps forward for the Ontario government to fill the void left by the demise of the Ontario College of Trades (OCOT).
The IBEW-ECAO have developed a research paper that looks at apprenticeship systems across the country: what has worked and what has not been successful.
One of Ontario’s First Woman Electricians Tells Aspiring Apprentices to “Just Go For It”
Sheryl Maisonville became Ontario’s first woman journeyperson electrician in 1979.
James Barry, executive chairman of IBEW CCO, responds to questions about Bill 47 introduced by the Ontario government on Oct 23, 2018.
The ECAO-IBEW responds to the recent Ontario government announcement concerning plans to modernize Ontario’s apprenticeship system.
Wayne Lawrence Hands on the Torch for Skills Ontario Electrical Installations Competition
On Thursday, September 13, 2018, Wayne Lawrence announced that he’ll be handing over responsibility for IBEW Local 353’s Skills committee.
From May 7-9, 2018, the Skills Ontario trades showcase promoted the electrical trade and other skilled trades to thousands of students across the province.