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Canadian Cancer Society CEO Appreciation Video

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The Canadian Cancer Society is very proud of the partnership that they have with Atlantic Canada Regional Council of Carpenters Local 579. It is unique in the fact that it supports our own members when they need to stay at Daffodil Place but also helps the general public who have to stay there as well.

Chief Executive Officer, Andrea Seale has prepared a short video showing her appreciation on behalf of our clientele.

https://vimeo.com/696157624/24139508de?fbclid=IwAR1DyHzFLrnXK1PcoFdYnNcikuAUNt7Df5o5Ba7NV1oeh_DDJTIKAZxmF7A

JOB OPENING – Business Representative/Organizer

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JOB OPENING – Business Representative/Organizer

BUSINESS REPRESENTATIVE/ORGANIZER 

The Atlantic Canada Regional Council of Carpenters, Millwrights and Allied Workers (ACRC) has an opening for one (1) Business Representative/Organizer position in their Halifax, N.S. office. Due to the fast-paced and demanding nature of the position, the successful candidate must live or be willing to relocate to the Halifax area. Although the position is for a Business Representative/Organizer to gain market share specifically in Halifax, travel throughout Nova Scotia and to various locations in Atlantic Canada may be required. In addition, the candidate must have completed the United Brotherhood of Carpenters (UBC) International Organizing (3-day) Training Course or be available to take the course as required. 

The Business Representative/Organizer will work under the supervision of the Executive Secretary Treasurer (EST) Debbie Romero. The Business Representative/Organizers main duties will be to gain market share in general carpentry within Halifax, N.S., as well as service Local 83 members. In addition to regular duties, the Business Representative/Organizer may have to perform any other duties that may be added, amended, altered, or modified by the EST, from time to time. The Business Representative/Organizer will be expected to work in the best interest of the Council, and always work in a diligent, honest, and professional manner. 

DUTIES 

The Business Representative/Organizer represents the best interests of the UBC and actively works to organize unrepresented carpenters, working to support the UBC’s priority of attaining 70 per cent market share in the carpentry, millwright, and allied trades. The Business Representative/Organizer is expected to support this mission through seeking out new opportunities to organize individuals and contractors who are not represented. 

The successful candidate will possess strong organizing, communication, and strategic skills. The Business Representative/Organizer will maintain proper and orderly records and provide a daily written report to the EST. The Business Representative/Organizer will work closely with other Business Representatives/Organizers and staff of the ACRC to ensure a consistent and high standard of service is provided to all members of the Council. 

PRE-REQUISITES

-Proof of full vaccination record

-Experience within the carpentry trade

-Willingness to travel interprovincially and internationally

-Although not required, preference will be given to a candidate who is an existing Local 83 member

APPLICATION 

Interested applicants should forward a cover letter and resume stating qualifications, experience, references, and any other pertinent information by email to dromero@acrc.ca. 

SALARY 

Commensurate with qualifications and experience. 

CLOSING DATE 

Applications for this position must be received on or before Friday, January 17th, 2022.

Pride Event in NL

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ATTENTION NEWFOUNDLAND AND LABRADOR MEMBERS!

If you are in the St. John’s area this Saturday July 17th, you won’t want to miss our Closets are for Clothes Pride event held by Carpenters Locals 579, 585 and Millwright Local 1009!

Time: 10:45 am – 1:00 pm

Location: Quidi Vidi Lake (across from the Legion, 66 bvld)

FIRST 75 people to show up get an ACRC Pride Polo Shirt!