General Presidents' Maintenance Committee for Canada and National Maintenance Council for Canada

LEADERS IN UNIONIZED MAINTENANCE. Brett McKenzie, Executive Director of the General Presidents' Maintenance Committee for Canada and National Maintenance Council for Canada (GPMC I NMC), recently joined GPMC I NMC Chairman of the Board, Tony Pietrangelo, and Immediate Past GPMC I NMC Chairman, Jack White, to celebrate the 8th annual Canadian Safety Achievement Awards (CS2A) in Edmonton, Alberta. Since 1952, the GPMC I NMC has negotiated and administered labour agreements for maintenance work at industrial plants across Canada. We owe our growth and success to the leadership of our industry partners, who together form a dynamic tripartite relationship in the maintenance sector: Local Unions, Signatory Employers, and Clients. www.gpmccanada.com #union #unionized #maintenance #industrial #industry #skilledtrades #buildingtrades #project #labour #labor #trades #tradespeople #tradeswomen #tradesmen

BEHIND THE SCENES AT CS2A...If you wondered how the gift bags that included a rechargeable Milwaukee Tool flashlight and other items came together, now you know. Charmaine Symmers, Director of the Canadian Safety Achievement Awards (CS2A), was joined by John Jack White, Immediate Past Chairman of the General Presidents' Maintenance Committee for Canada and National Maintenance Council for Canada, as they assembled the swag bags. Thank you to Jack for his help to create a memorable experience for all CS2A attendees. Learn more about the CS2A: www.cs2a.ca #CS2A #CS2A2024 #swagbag #behindthescenes #maintenance #union #healthandsafety #worksite #turnarounds #shutdowns #tradeunions #construction #industrial #tradespeople #trades #skilledtrades

DEADLINE APPROACHING FOR BURSARY APPLICATIONS...Don't Miss Out. Apply Today. The General Presidents' Maintenance Committee for Canada and National Maintenance Council for Canada(GPMC I NMC) is offering 25 bursaries totaling $50,000 to assist members of Canada’s Building Trade Unions’ children with the cost of their post-secondary education. A total of 25 bursaries will be allocated across Canada, including 15 bursaries for Western Canada and 10 for Eastern Canada. Applications close on Nov. 30, 2024. https://lnkd.in/ghJNUMQZ #bursary #bursaries #buildingtrades #trades #westerncanada #turnarounds #shutdowns #tradeunion #trades #easterncanada #GPMC #gpccanada #skilledtrades #education #postsecondary #educationmatters #tradeunions #unionstrong #union

Congratulations to CAM Industrial Solutions LLC for their numerous awards presented by the General Presidents' Maintenance Committee for Canada and National Maintenance Council for Canada (GPMC I NMC) at the recent Canadian Safety Achievement Awards (CS2A). Well deserved!

RECOGNIZING EXCELLENCE IN UNIONIZED MAINTENANCE. Brett McKenzie, Executive Director of the General Presidents' Maintenance Committee for Canada and National Maintenance Council for Canada (GPMC I NMC) thanked those in attendance at the recent Canadian Safety Achievement Awards (CS2A) ceremony. Brett recognized the unionized tradespeople who report nationwide to the various maintenance sites and thanked them for bringing highly complex, intense, and challenging turnarounds to completion. ”We are proud of what our GPMC I NMC members accomplish year after year. Our members and partners have stood up and delivered since 1952,” stated Brett McKenzie. For over 70 years, the GPMC I NMC has been the maintenance industry experts. Learn more: gpmccanada.com #skilledtrades #buildingtrades #trades #gpmccanada #GPMC #turnarounds #shutdowns #maintenance #construction #members #union #industryexperts

LEADERS IN UNIONIZED MAINTENANCE. General Presidents' Maintenance Committee for Canada and National Maintenance Council for Canada (GPMC I NMC) Chairman, Tony Pietrangelo, connected with LIUNA and CIMS Ltd representatives at the Canadian Safety Achievement Awards (CS2A). CIMS utilizes labour forces from Canadian Building Trade Unions and is a signatory to the National Maintenance Agreements, providing clients with the best possible economic solutions to capital projects, or maintenance needs. LIUNA (Laborers' International Union of North America) proudly represents 500,000 members throughout North America, with over 100,000 members across Canada. Pictured L-R: Brent Desrosiers (LIUNA Local 92), Tony Pietrangelo (GPMC I NMC Chairman), Trevor Ferguson (CIMS Ltd.), and John Desrosiers (LIUNA Local 92) #CS2A2024 #CS2A #maintenance #buildingtrades #skilledtrades #gpmccanada #building #construction #turnarounds #shutdowns #tradeunion

The General Presidents' Maintenance Committee for Canada and National Maintenance Council for Canada (GPMC I NMC) announced the Craftperson of the Year Awards as part of the 8th annual Canadian Safety Achievement Awards (CS2A) ceremony held at the Renaissance Hotel in Edmonton, Alberta on October 22, 2024. The CS2A is a national awards program designed to showcase the exceptional health and safety performance of stakeholders within the confines of the unionized maintenance industry. The Craftperson of the Year Award honors the outstanding craftsmanship, professionalism, and safety leadership of a skilled building trades union member through their performance on a maintenance job. Renee Melnyk was awarded the coveted C2SA award for Craftperson of the Year for Western Canada. Melnyk is an experienced Master Electrician (IBEW Canada, Local 424) with over 17 years of experience in commercial, industrial, and maintenance industries across Alberta. Melnyk works for Stuart Olson Inc. Industrial Maintenance at the Suncor Baseplant in Fort McMurray, Alberta. She has dedicated her career to the electrical trade since completing the Women Building Futures program in 2006. Melnyk joined Stuart Olson (Laird) in 2014 and is highly regarded for her comprehensive knowledge of Turnaround activities and schedule milestones. Calvin Getchell was the recipient of the CS2A Craftperson of the Year award for Eastern Canada. Getchell embarked on a career in Pipefitter Welding after high school, and after several years of welding, he developed an interest in mechanical maintenance and enrolled in Industrial Mechanic studies. Today, he is completing his fourth-year apprenticeship (Millwrights, Local Union 2262), and appreciates the diverse challenges presented by the maintenance work required for the refinery’s various assets. Getchell is employed by CAM Industrial Solutions LLC and works in the maintenance division at Irving Oil Limited, in Saint John, New Brunswick. “The CS2A recognizes our valued partnership with Local Unions, Signatory Employers, and Clients,“ said Charmaine Symmers, Director of the CS2A program.  “We are here to celebrate the commitment to fostering a culture of safety, which is crucial to reducing incidents across the maintenance sector. Together, we can ensure that the unionized maintenance industry remains a safe and thriving environment for all.“ The Craftperson of the Year winners each received a prize package donated by event partner, Milwaukee Tool, a commemorative trophy, and cheque from the GPMC | NMC. Learn more: gpmccanada.com #CS2A2024 #CS2A #gpmccanada #GPMC #maintenance #industrial #construction #turnarounds #shutdowns #buildingtrades #tradeunions #tradespeople #tradesmen #tradeswomen #tradesman #trades #worksitesafety #safetyawards

With major bargaining rounds this year in the construction, energy, and maintenance sectors, workers appear to be focused on two key factors: keeping wages on pace with inflation and ensuring a safe work environment. As Brett McKenzie, Executive Director of the General Presidents' Maintenance Committee for Canada and National Maintenance Council for Canada (GPMC I NMC) states, “We are proud to share the achievements of our industry as our maintenance contractors and skilled members continue to showcase their expertise while executing both long-term and short-term maintenance activities. Our skilled workforce, represented by 13 Trade Unions, has tirelessly ensured the efficiency and safety of industrial facilities throughout Canada.” He notes that the GPMC | NMC has built trusting partnerships between owners, contractors, and tradespeople since 1952. “Being a craftsperson is not just a job; it’s a badge of honor showcasing the dedication to excellence and craftsmanship,” said McKenzie Learn more about the GPMC I NMC at www.gpmccanada.com #GPMC #gpmccanada #maintenance #trades #gpmccanada #union #contractors #employers #turnarounds #shutdowns #industrial #construction #buildingtrades #craftperson #tradespeople #tradesmen #tradeswomen #tradesman #skilledtrades #tradeunions #UnionStrong #jobs #canadianjobs #labourer #laborer #tradespeople #gpmccanada

POWER OF PARTNERSHIPS. “The General Presidents' Maintenance Committee for Canada and National Maintenance Council for Canada (GPMC | NMC) has a strong foundation with over 70 years of experience, and works closely with International Unions, Local Unions, Contractors, and members to provide the safest and most trained workforce in Canada,” said Tony Pietrangelo, Chairman of the GPMC I NMC. Pietrangelo has recently visited several job sites nationwide, discussing ongoing turnarounds and industry trends. Since 1952, the GPMC I NMC has worked with its partners to ensure that unionized maintenance remains a safe and thriving sector for all. Learn more: gpmccanada.com #GPMC #gpmccanada #irvingoil #camindustrial #maintenance #refinery #oilandgas #sitevisit #turnarounds #shutdowns #industrial #construction #buildingtrades #skilledtrades #tradeunions #UnionStrong #clearwaterenergy #cfindustries #LIUNA #labourer #laborer #tradespeople

THROWBACK THURSDAY... A behind-the-scenes photo of from last year's preparation of the Canadian Safety Achievement Awards (CS2A) as Brett McKenzie and Tony Pietrangelo of General Presidents' Maintenance Committee for Canada and National Maintenance Council for Canada (GPMC I NMC) are seen doublechecking the labels on the CS2A awards. The 8th annual CS2A Ceremony will take place on October 22, 2024 in Edmonton, Alberta, and will be hosted by the GPMC I NMC. #safety #safetyawards #union #unionstrong #gpmc #trades #skilledtrades #craftperson #buildingtrades #building #maintenance #turnarounds #shutdowns #tradespeople #tradeswoman #labourer #journeyman #journeyperson #tradespeople #CS2A #CS2A2024 #gpmccanada