Who We
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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.
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Update for Nasittuq Members — Wage Arbitration Award
Members of IBEW 2228, I am pleased to share that we have received the wage arbitration award covering the period of April 1, 2025 to April 1, 2028. As you may recall, under Article 16.4 of our Collective Agreement, the Union sought a wage reopener. Despite extensive negotiations and a…
IBEW Local Union 2228 — Delegate Election Results
Dear Members of 2228, Following our Delegate Candidates Announcement and the subsequent secret mail ballot election, Local Union 2228 is pleased to report the results of the election for delegates to the IBEW International Convention, taking place in San Diego, California, USA, from September 21–25, 2026. The election was conducted…
Completion of the National Steering Committee and Formation of Our Treasury Board Bargaining Team
Dear Members of Local 2228, It is with great pride that I write to mark an important milestone in our preparations for the next round of federal collective bargaining. This week, we concluded the work of our National Steering Committee for members of the Electronics (EL) occupational group, whose collective…
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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