The Building Union of Canada

JANUARY 2019 | BUSINESS ELITE CANADA 11 Urbacon directly employs all classifi- cations of Skilled Labourers, Carpen- ters and Heavy Equipment Operators who perform work in the ICI sector of construction in Ontario, and benefited from the BUC’s ability to represent multiple trades. Of the deal, Field Rep and BUC Exec Board member Tony Cordeiro says, “Our wall-to-wall status at the Ontario Labour Relations Board allows us to represent every trade in construction under one Collective Agreement. We are very excited for the opportunity these employees have given us to work and grow together.” The day after the Urbacon announce- ment, CY Rheault employees signed on with BUC as their representation. “These employees showed over- whelming 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 down,” says Cordeiro. CY Rheault employs Labourers, Painters and apprentices and is one of the larg- est contractors in Northern Ontario. There are no signs of slowing down. Every month, more and more contrac- tors see the benefits of the BUC for their employees and their bottom line. “We are growing exponentially,” says Bromell. “And as we grow, we are able to have a positive impact on the lives of those we represent. The welfare of our members is what drives us every- day.” www.thebuc.ca