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The Atlantic Canada Regional Council of Carpenters, Millwrights, and Allied Workers is part of one of North America’s largest building-trades unions.

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🍁 Happy Canada Day!

Wishing everyone a safe and enjoyable day as we celebrate Canada.

Please note: Our offices are closed today and will reopen tomorrow.

#CanadaDay2025 #Local1386

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June is National Indigenous Peoples Month.

We honour the cultures, contributions & histories of First Nations, Inuit & Métis peoples. Let’s listen, learn, and work toward real reconciliation.

🔗 https://t.co/PwHX0Gnrvd

#NIHM2025

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It’s Mental Health Week

ACRC members have access to 24/7 doctors and mental health support through Members Health.

1-800-484-0152 | https://t.co/VOaS2MJwON

You’re never alone — help is always here.

#MentalHealthWeek #UnmaskingMentalHealth

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month

This year’s theme is #UnmaskingMentalHealth — a reminder that it's okay to take the mask off and talk honestly about how we’re feeling.

Learn more and find resources at:
https://t.co/hc1YLNkqNF
https://t.co/UUwAHeeSJz

#UnmaskingMentalHealth

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April 28 is the National Day of Mourning — a day dedicated to remembering those who have lost their lives, suffered injury or illness on the job, or experienced a work-related tragedy.

Every worker deserves to return home safe.

#DayofMourning

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Please see letter of endorsement for Melissa Young on behalf of UBC Local 1386.

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Happy Easter from the ACRC!

Whether you're spending the day with family, friends, or taking time for yourself — we hope it's a good one.

Our offices will reopen Monday at 8:00 AM.

#HappyEaster #Union #ACRC

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Together, We Can Stop It

$20 billion lost in construction alone hurts families, communities, and Canada’s future.

Let’s take action and stop tax fraud in construction.

Learn more: https://t.co/4bDrZ7YZrE

Source: https://t.co/rpdbOUbzJD

#StopTaxFraud #TFDOA2025

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Undeclared Income Hurts Your Future

No taxes = no EI benefits, no CPP pensions, and no job protections for workers.

Stand up for secure futures. Say NO to tax fraud.

Learn more: https://t.co/4bDrZ7YZrE

Source: https://t.co/rpdbOUbzJD

#StopTaxFraud #TFDOA2025

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Tax Fraud Makes Jobsites Dangerous

Contractors who commit tax fraud often avoid paying Workers’ Compensation premiums, putting workers at greater risk.

Safe jobsites start with fair work.

Learn more: https://t.co/4bDrZ7YZrE

#StopTaxFraud #TFDOA2025

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$68 Billion Lost = Less for Public Services

When contractors dodge taxes, Canada loses over $68 billion — money that should fund schools, health care, and infrastructure.

Tax fraud steals from all of us.

Learn more: https://t.co/4bDrZ7YZrE

#StopTaxFraud #TFDOA2025

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Construction: Canada’s Top Underground Industry

Construction made up 29.5% of the underground economy — costing Canadians billions.

Tax fraud cheats honest workers and honest contractors.

Learn more: https://t.co/4bDrZ7YZrE

#StopTaxFraud #TFDOA2025

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Tax Fraud Hurts Us All

In 2022, construction tax fraud fueled nearly $20 billion in underground economic activity across Canada.

Fair work. Fair pay. No fraud.

Learn more: https://t.co/jriPayx9l6

Source: https://t.co/rpdbOUbzJD

#StopTaxFraud #TFDOA2025

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The UBC National Award for Equity, Diversity and Inclusion for 2023-24 with the Apprenticeship Service Program was presented to Arsenault Bros. Construction today. Congratulations to Arsenault Bros. Construction on your well-deserved award!

(L-R) Arsenault Manager Mark Grant, SME Coordinator Neil Mulrooney, Arsenault Manager Daniel Noye, NS ACRC Regional Manager Jeff Richardson.
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#weareacrc #unionproud #equity #diversityandinclusion

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It’s a wrap! The first Canadian UBC #sibconference held in Toronto this weekend was a success. EST Deb Romero and a delegation from Atlantic Canada joined sisters from 🇨🇦 and 🇺🇸 to share and expand their knowledge of the industry and the UBC. #unionproud #weareacrc

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Today is a day to come together, reflect, educate and commit to take action. #NDTR #OrangeShirtDay #everychildmatters #weareacrc #carpentermillwrightcollege

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Hon. Gerry Byrne, Minister of Immigration and Population Growth for Newfoundland and Labrador delivered a powerful speech about welcoming new comers to grow our workforce and communities @PACCNL #PBIS2023

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Carpenters Local 1386 are doing their part to help build better communities as they team up with Habitat for Humanity this summer. Read more about the partnership here! #unionproud #UnionStrong #Weareacrc
https://t.co/uXclcJGWJn

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The UBC Equity Diversity, & Inclusion Award of Excellence was presented to Laurie Cole of New View Designs Inc & Lloyd Burns of Lloyd Burns Construction Ltd. The awards were presented by the SME Coordinator, Emily Eggleton, EST Deb Romero & Regional Manager NB James Dawson.

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The Apprenticeship Service Program opens doors to valuable on-the-job training and exciting career opportunities. Learn more by visiting https://t.co/hPqehKnWq7.

#UBC #BuildingStrong #Apprenticeship