SPECIAL MESSAGE TO ALL MEMBERS OF THE BUILDING UNION OF CANADA: CONCERNING WORKING DURING THE COVID-19 CRISIS NOW MORE THAN EVER – SAFETY FIRST  Since the beginning of this pandemic the BUILDING UNION OF CANADA has been vigilant and responsive to all of our members during this unprecedented era of insecurity and confusion. Please refer to our web site, www.thebuc,ca for all of our posts in the last 4 months. We are confident that no other union has been on top of this since last winter. As we move forward reach out to us for any concerns you may have, as now Stage 3 is upon us. We are proud...

Date: Friday, July 10th, 2020 From: The Building Union of Canada Executive Board To: Members of The Building Union of Canada Re: Covid-19 at the Job Site - What You Need to Know A situation arose recently at one of the BUC's job sites where an individual who was delivering materials to the job site had previously come in contact with someone who had Covid-19. As a precautionary measure, the employer decided to shut down the job site and sent all workers home, including BUC'S members. An employer who sends workers home in order to prevent the potential spread of Covid-19 in the workplace is...

June 22nd, 2020 – Kingston, ON – Employees of Podium Development Corp unanimously ratified their first Collective Agreement with the BUC. This first Agreement includes Employer contributions of four dollars per hour into the BUC Pension Plan, Employer paid Health Benefits Plan, and an hourly wage increases of over 12%. Podium directly employs Labourers who perform work in all sectors of construction in Kingston, Ontario. “These employees showed overwhelming support for the BUC and we are excited to represent them. They have a bright future under our Collective Agreement and we won’t let them...

This past week the executives at the BUC were informed that several of our members at a location in York Region had to be tested for the virus. Because some of our BUC staff were present at the time we decided as a precaution to get tested also. We attended the BRANSON MEDICAL CENTRE at Bathurst and Finch.  Everyone tested in the last week, including members and BUC staff tested negative, so we are all clear. The entire process took between 60 and 70 minutes in the middle of the day. The medical staff are 100% efficient and professional and our results came back in 48 hours, although they...

June 4, 2020 – Concord, ON – The Building Union of Canada received a certificate from the Ontario Labour Relations Board which recognizes the BUC as the sole representative of all KCL Group Limited employees. These employees perform work as Construction Labourers. “We are looking forward to a productive relationship with these hard working employees.” says Tony Cordeiro, Business Representative of the BUC. “We are also excited about the opportunity we have to assist KCL in future growth with our sub-contractors.”

June 1, 2020 – Concord, ON – The Building Union of Canada received a certificate from the Ontario Labour Relations Board on Friday, May 29, 2020 which recognizes the BUC as the sole representative of all Sibwest Inc. employees. These employees perform work in concrete formwork construction. “This is an exciting time for the BUC. These concrete workers are performing work in the City of Toronto where the opportunities for growth are unlimited.” says Stephen Bromell, Vice President and Secretary Treasurer of the BUC. “Our model of Labour Relations is a great fit for all of these employees who...

As Premier Doug Ford recently announced, all construction work sites in Ontario are set to re-open tomorrow, Tuesday, May 19, 2020. The health and safety of our members remains our top priority.  If you have ANY questions or concerns about returning to work in light of the Covid-19 pandemic, please contact your BUC Representative.  Having said that, if your Employer contacts you to return to work, you should report to work. If you refuse to report to work, it may be determined that you have "quit" your employment. Note that any employee who "quits" his or her employment is not entitled to...

Find sector-specific guidelines and posters to help protect workers, customers and the general public from coronavirus (COVID-19) in Ontario. Overview Ontario is releasing safety guidelines to protect workers, customers and the general public from COVID-19 as it prepares for a gradual reopening of the provincial economy. These resources are available for different sectors. They will help employers and workers better understand how to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Sector guidelines contain recommendations and tips for employers on how to keep workers safe on the job. Posters for both...

A hub of benefits the federal government, provinces and territories are offering to people financially affected by the coronavirus. CBC News • Apr 08, 2020 Find the benefits relevant to you Get information on what’s available to: those who have lost income; renters and homeowners; families; seniors; students; businesses; Canadians abroad. There’s also a personal finance section with information on tax and utility bill deferrals. This guide provides the basic benefit information you need to apply for subsidies. This includes: Who can apply Date available How to apply Links or phone number to...