BOILERMAKERS LOCAL 73
Est, 1973
2024 TRANING SCHEDULE
Updated Nov 24th, 2023
The 2024 training schedule has been released, There are 78 different training sessions in 14 different locations. Members must ensure they make their best effort to attend any union provided training as needed. Please call to register (506) 634-7389.
Mark's Digital Discount Card
Updated Nov 11th, 2023
Members of Local 73 can use the card below for Discounts at Marks.
It is Recommended you take a photo of the card and keep for your use.
Digital copy available for download below.
It is Recommended you take a photo of the card and keep for your use.
Digital copy available for download below.
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Updated Oct 19th, 2023
Local 73 would like to congratulate all winners of the IBB scholarship contest.
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Mary Alexandra Lawson-MacLeod, daughter of Local 73 (Halifax, Nova Scotia) Craig MacLeod, graduated from Baddeck Academy and is studying marketing at St. Mary’s University.
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Emma Rae Cameron, daughter of Local 73 (Halifax, Nova Scotia) member John Cameron, graduated from Dr. John Hugh Gillis Regional High and is studying power engineering at Novia Scotia Community College.
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Chloé Maude Sophia LeBreton, daughter of Local 73 (Halifax, Nova Scotia) member Marc LeBreton, graduated from Polyvalente W.-A.-Losier and is studying nursing at Université de Moncton.
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Raina Ann-Marie MacInnis, daughter of Local 73 (Halifax, Nova Scotia) member Cameron MacInnis, graduated from Millwood High School and is studying astrophysics at St. Mary’s University.
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Sam Aiden McInnis, son of Local 73 (Halifax, Nova Scotia) member Jason McInnis, graduated from Lockview High School and is studying physics at the University of British Columbia
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Chelsea Faith Golding, daughter of Local 73 (Halifax, Nova Scotia) member Bruce Golding, graduated from Kennebecasis Valley High School and is studying mathematics and statistics at University of New Brunswick Saint John.
Historic CBA Ratification
June 8th, 2023
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On Monday June 5th, 2023, Boilermaker Local 73 shop members, at Woodside Industries ratified an historic Collective Agreement with Irving Shipbuilding. Understanding how inflation, retention & recruitment of qualified skilled tradespersons is affecting the industry ISB can be commended on coming to the bargaining table with a fair offer.
Highlights of the CBA:
- 4 Year Agreement with a 39.6% Wage increase
- 30.72% Wage increase as of June 5th, 2023 (Year 1)
- An increase form 4.5% Night Shift Premium to 25%
- Improved options for Health & Welfare, LTD, Life Insurance & Weekly indemnity
- Increases & Improvements to vacation pay
- Improved overtime banking options
- Improved bereavement language
- $125 increase to work boot allowance
- Improvements to overtime provisions (Sundays & Holidays to be paid at double time)
- An MOU that will allow apprentices to be paid their wage rate while attending technical training.
- Addition of a retirement bonus ($100 for every Year of service)
The members of Woodside Industries have worked very hard providing quality components to Canadas National Shipbuilding Strategy. Doing so safely and with a very diverse workforce, Congratulations on your new agreement!
2023-2024 Training Schedule
Coming Soon!!
Training Offered for Local 73 Members
NOVA SCOTIA CONSTRUSTION SAFETY (NSCSA) - CONFINED SPACE (2 YEARS) ACCEPTED IN NB
NOVA SCOTIA CONSTRUSTION SAFETY (NSCSA) - FALL PROTECTION (3 YEARS) ACCEPTED IN NB
NEW BRUNSWICK CONSTRUSTION SAFETY (NSCSA) - CONFINED SPACE (3 YEARS) ACCEPTED IN NS IN YEAR 1&2
NEW BRUNSWICK CONSTRUSTION SAFETY (NSCSA) - FALL PROTECTION (3 YEARS) ACCEPTED IN NS
FIT TEST PRACTIAL & THEROY
WHIMIS GHS (2015)
FIRST AID TRAINING
AUDION METRIC TRAINING
TRAINING NEEDED FOR OTHER LOCALS
WORKING AT HEIGHTS ONTARIO (WAH)- NEEDED FOR ANY JOB IN LOCAL 128 (3 YEARS)
ENERGY SAFETY CANADA (ESC)- CONFINED SPACE (NEEDED FOR WORK IN WESTERN CANADA)
ENERGY SAFETY CANADA (ESC)- FALL PROTECTION (NEEDED FOR WORK IN WESTERN CANADA)
CSTS- CONTACT TRAINING DEPARTMENT FOR INFORMATION TO ENROLL (506)634-7389
NOVA SCOTIA CONSTRUSTION SAFETY (NSCSA) - CONFINED SPACE (2 YEARS) ACCEPTED IN NB
NOVA SCOTIA CONSTRUSTION SAFETY (NSCSA) - FALL PROTECTION (3 YEARS) ACCEPTED IN NB
NEW BRUNSWICK CONSTRUSTION SAFETY (NSCSA) - CONFINED SPACE (3 YEARS) ACCEPTED IN NS IN YEAR 1&2
NEW BRUNSWICK CONSTRUSTION SAFETY (NSCSA) - FALL PROTECTION (3 YEARS) ACCEPTED IN NS
FIT TEST PRACTIAL & THEROY
WHIMIS GHS (2015)
FIRST AID TRAINING
AUDION METRIC TRAINING
TRAINING NEEDED FOR OTHER LOCALS
WORKING AT HEIGHTS ONTARIO (WAH)- NEEDED FOR ANY JOB IN LOCAL 128 (3 YEARS)
ENERGY SAFETY CANADA (ESC)- CONFINED SPACE (NEEDED FOR WORK IN WESTERN CANADA)
ENERGY SAFETY CANADA (ESC)- FALL PROTECTION (NEEDED FOR WORK IN WESTERN CANADA)
CSTS- CONTACT TRAINING DEPARTMENT FOR INFORMATION TO ENROLL (506)634-7389
Filling the Gap
Pressure Welder Program
Open spots remaining for the filling the gap pressure welder training program.
To register please contact Local 73's training department. (506) 634-7389
To register please contact Local 73's training department. (506) 634-7389
Boilermaker Job Ready App
Recognizing the mobility of our workforce and utilizing the benefits of smartphone technology, the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers (Canada) is pleased to announce the official launch of the first smartphone app for all Boilermaker members.With the new "Boilermaker Job Ready" App on their smartphone or tablet Members can read the latest announcements, confirm their core safety training certifications and update their contact information in just a few steps. This App is a work in progress and as it evolves, will become an invaluable tool to our membership.
If you don't have an online member account, click here to register.
The App Can be Downloaded at Google Play or the Apple App Store