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migrants, and to make international trade fair. LiUNA members have the qualification and expertise tomake our Canadian cities some of the best places to live and work in the world. Through its training centres, LiUNA members are provided with comprehen- sive training programs and access to the latest technologies and methods of train- ing delivery. Much of the training is done simulating a realistic construction sector setting to ensure each individual worker is competent, productive, and understands the importance of health and safety on and off the job-site. This is in part why LiUNA has one of the strongest reputations in the construction industry. “With our many signatories throughout Canada, in all the different sectors, calls go out daily for new jobs an d more work. Our members can work nation-wide, and our benefits transfer,” says Larry Villeneuve, Indigenous Training Liaison. “We have al- ways acted as advocate for workers and their families through the labor force. We will always find new initiatives that benefit our members first and foremost.” In the 20 th Century, many immigrants found fair working conditions and pay through protection with LiUNA. The association makes it very clear that fairness for the working people, regardless of colour, gen- der, race or ethnicity, no matter our country of origin is the priority. LiNUA has a proud AUGUST 2017 H business elite canada 5