Who We
Represent
Local 2228 represents electronics technologists and electricians who are specialists in the installation and maintenance of electronics equipment for weather facilities, radio frequency allocation and monitoring, as well as air, land, and marine transportation systems. Our members are employed across Canada by NAV CANADA, and several Federal Government Departments including Fisheries and Oceans, Canadian Coast Guard, National Defence, Environment And Climate Change Canada, and ISED (Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada), just to name a few. Our Brookfield Power members are electricians who maintain generating station equipment in Buckingham, Quebec.
News
Yellow Pages Tentative Agreement
Dear members at Yellow Pages Alberta, I would like to share that your bargaining team met with the employer from January 20 to 22 and secured a tentative agreement. The Memorandum of Settlement can be found here. During bargaining, the employer was transparent about the financial state of the company.…
Nasittuq Bargaining Update
Members of IBEW 2228, Apologies that this information is late in coming, but I wanted to provide an update on the Nasittuq wage reopener arbitration that took place on Monday, January 19. Quick version: We think it went well, but there was not enough time to complete the hearing. We will be…
Message Regarding Ongoing Workforce Adjustment
Members of IBEW 2228, For members employed with the Federal Government, you are undoubtedly aware of the ongoing Workforce Adjustment (WFA) process. I understand the uncertainty this creates and recognize the stress many of you may be experiencing right now. I want to be honest and clear with you. I…
Local 2228’s stewards and representatives can help you in a variety of ways. Whether you need to file a grievance, have an occupational safety concern, need a representative to accompany you to a meeting or simply need to talk to someone, we can help.
Workplace harassment cannot be tolerated.
Every worker deserves the right to return home at the end of the day free from injury. From time to time, you may be required to work under hazardous conditions. It’s vitally important that you understand your rights and obligations under workplace safety and health legislation. Call us for more information.
Your pay is your most important benefit. It determines the value of many other benefits such as your retirement pension. It’s important that you get paid in accordance with your duties. If you’re not sure you’re being paid properly, contact the Business Office for assistance. We can help.
Stewards and representatives are more than willing and available to help you enforce the terms of your collective agreement. These aren’t just guidelines or employer policy, they are legally enforceable rights negotiated on your behalf. Don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions about your collective agreement.
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