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  • WORKING TOGETHER

    WORKING TOGETHER

    For over 80 years we have been building and servicing British Columbia and the Yukon.

  • A VOICE

    A VOICE

    WE GIVE WORKERS A VOICE TO MAKE THEIR WORKPLACE A FAIR AND RESPECTFUL ENVIRONMENT

  • FAIRNESS

    FAIRNESS

    COLLECTIVE AGREEMENTS ENSURE WAGE EQUALITY IN THE WORKPLACE… WOMEN AND MEN ARE PAID THE SAME FOR THEIR WORK.

  • ONE TEAM ONE GOAL!

    ONE TEAM ONE GOAL!

    WE WORK TOGETHER… TO GIVE WORKERS AROUND THE PROVINCE A VOICE.

  • FUTURE

    FUTURE

    WE PROVIDE OUR MEMBERS WITH THE TRAINING AND RESOURCES THEY NEED SO THEY HAVE SKILLS FOR THE FUTURE.

Featured News

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    W. Vernie Reed Scholarship

    . February 13, 2019

    W. VERNIE REED SCHOLARSHIP 2019 Scholarship Information In 1981 the W. Vernie Reed Scholarship Fund was established as a living memorial to the late W. Vernie Reed, General Secretary-Treasurer of the Laborers’ International Union of North America, who represented our Northwest Region. Since that...

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  • UNION BENEFITS IN THE FUTURE FOR B.C. WORKERS

    . July 24, 2018

    LONG ROAD OF UNION QUALITY WORK AHEAD OF US! On Monday, July 16, 2018, the B.C. Government announced the launch of the Community Benefits Agreement for public-sector infrastructure projects. This new model will prove to ensure the interests of workers are protected across the...

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  • Mental Health and Addiction

    . July 11, 2018

    YOU ARE NOT ALONE… WE CAN HELP! With the fentanyl crisis showing no signs of slowing down, and with the construction sector notoriously plagued with addiction and mental health issues, we want our members to know there are options available. The Construction Industry Rehab...

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  • Training Red Seal and Apprentice

    . July 11, 2018

    The Red Seal is an inter-provincial ticket recognized across Canada. The program covers a broad scope of knowledge which Labourers traditionally perform in the field. The scope is comprised of 17% Occupational Skills, 17% Site Work, 14% Scaffolding and Access Equipment, 20% Concrete Work,...

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  • Community Building Standard

    . June 29, 2018

    BUILDING IT RIGHT… The new Community Building Standard is all about building it right This means ensuring major projects that are delivered across Canada are focused on three core principles – a commitment to safety and quality, investing in trades and apprenticeships, and leaving...

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  • SUBSTANCE AND ADDICTIONS

    . February 19, 2018

      With the fentanyl crisis showing no signs of slowing down and the construction sector notoriously plagued with addiction and mental health issues, we want our members to know there are options available.   The Construction Industry Rehab Plan’, is a benefit available to...

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Sectors

Where will you find Local 1611 members working?

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    Healthcare

    Local 1611 represents healthcare workers around the Province. LiUNA healthcare members provide critical community based social services to some of the most vulnerable...

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    TRAFFIC CONTROL

    Traffic control is one of the most important roles in road and highway construction. Traffic control workers are responsible for maintaining the flow...

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    Manufacturing & Production

    You will find our members in manufacturing and production. Our members worked in precast production for over 50 years. You will find our...

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    Service

    Local 1611 is one of the most diverse Unions in North America. We have thousands of members in the Service Sector which includes;...

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    Renewable Energy

    LIUNA has been working in the renewable energy field for a decades, building renewable energy systems across the country. Our Local 1611 membership...

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    INDUSTRIAL AND COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION

    Celebrating over 80 years of building the Province of British Columbia and the Yukon. Our members have been part of the largest construction...

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    Pipeline

    DID YOU KNOW? More than just oil comes from pipelines! Did you know that the following products are petroleum based? Epi-pen, aspirin IV...

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Testimonials

What Our Members Say About Us

  • “Thanks to Local 1611 for assisting me in feeding my little monster.”

    Sister Tara
    Construction craft Local 1611 member

  • “On behalf of the students of Survey Level 1, we would like to thank the Training Program for offering this
    course on weeknights and Saturdays.”

    Brother Reece
    Local 1611 Member

  • “I have pride in the projects I was part of. I still go back and look. It’s a beautiful place and I was part of it.”

    Brother Derek Kirk
    Retired Local 1611 Member

  • “One of the proudest moments of my father’s life was receiving his 50 year Union membership watch and
    gold card, he felt it recognized and validated a lifetime of hard work.”

    Dorita speaks about her father’s Antonio’s lifelong Union pride

  • “The course offered through Local 1611 is relevant to my line of work and I found it to be informative.”

    Sister Michelle
    Local 1611 Member

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