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
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…
Business Manager Update — June 2026
Members of IBEW 2228, Here is an update from the Business Office. I would like to get these out more often than I have been able to lately, but things have been busy. Bad news for the frequency of updates, but good news because I have a lot to share.…
IBEW Local 2228 Seeking IFATSEA Delegate Nairobi, Kenya
The Executive Board of IBEW Local 2228 is seeking a member in good standing to attend the 54th General Assembly of the International Federation of Air Traffic Safety Electronics Associations (IFATSEA), to be held in Nairobi, Kenya, from 8 to 13 November 2026. The Assembly will bring together Air Traffic…
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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