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
NextGen Committee: June Meeting, July Social, and the IBEW Walk Across Canada
Local 2228's NextGen Committee is back with two virtual gatherings this summer and an invitation to join IBEW Canada's national mental health initiative. Whether you're newer to the local, newer to the labour movement, or just looking to build skills you can carry into any meeting room, the NextGen Committee…
Delegate Candidates Announced IBEW International Convention 2026
Dear Members of 2228, Following our earlier Call for Delegate Nominations, Local Union 2228 is pleased to announce the candidates who have been duly nominated and have accepted their nomination to stand for election as delegates to the IBEW International Convention, taking place in San Diego, California, USA from September…
Occupational Health and Safety Rights
Know Your Rights Under the Canada Labour Code. Your Right to Refuse Unsafe Work At IBEW 2228, your safety is non-negotiable. Every member has the legal right to refuse work they believe is unsafe—without fear of discipline or reprisal. These protections are set out in the Canada Labour Code, Part…
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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