Building Trades AB

BTA proudly coordinates and promotes the interests of 18 Alberta local skilled trades unions and more than 60,000 skilled tradespeople.

[Building Trades AB @BuildingTradeAB]

This morning, a tragic shooting occurred at the United Association Local 488 Union Hall. Together, the BTA and its 19 affiliated union locals stand in solidarity with the brothers and sisters of Local 488.

Please see the statement from BTA Executive Director Terry Parker.

[Building Trades AB @BuildingTradeAB]

This announcement by Secretary of State (Labour) @JZerucelli is a huge win for apprentices and the skilled trades.

This funding from the Government of Canada will help union training centres train more workers, faster, for the major projects Canada needs to build. 🛠️

[John Zerucelli @JZerucelli]

Canada needs skilled workers to build homes, infrastructure and major projects.

Today, at Ironworkers Local 765 in Ottawa, I announced more than $430 million over five years through the Union Training and Innovation Program to:

✅ Expand and modernize union training centres through brick and mortar
✅ Back new ways to recruit and train apprentices
✅ Buy modern equipment, with the federal share raised from 50% to 70%

More training. More apprentices. More workers ready to build Canada strong.

[Building Trades AB @BuildingTradeAB]

The BTA is proud to partner with @TEPFoundationAB! Their incredible team works tirelessly alongside Alberta's Building Trades Unions to equip students with the skills to pursue careers in the trades at union-led training centres.

Thank you for all you do! 🍎

[TEPF @TEPFoundationAB]

Enormous gratitude to @BuildingTradeAB for outstanding support as the Tournament Presenting Sponsor of our 25th Annual Legends for Learners Charity Golf Tournament! We presented the Apple Award to Terry Parker and Rod McKay who accepted on behalf of BTA. #LegendsForLearners2026

[Building Trades AB @BuildingTradeAB]

Our latest issue of The Dispatch reveals groundbreaking research on the advantages of union labour. The unionized skilled trades build greatness with 17% higher productivity and 7% lower costs.

Read more: https://t.co/7sWQ7hNHz6

#BuildingTrades #UnionProud

[Building Trades AB @BuildingTradeAB]

Thanksgiving is a time to reflect on the things we are most grateful for. This year, let's take a moment to think of the Building Trades workers who build greatness every day.

Happy Thanksgiving! 🍂

#Thanksgiving #buildingtrades #BuildingGreatness

[Building Trades AB @BuildingTradeAB]

This investment by the Government of Canada offers a massive opportunity to put skilled tradespeople to work delivering innovative retrofitting from coast to coast.

Our members are ready to build greatness for our energy future!

#BuildingTrades #SkilledTrades #BuildingGreatness

[Mark Carney @MarkJCarney]

We’re making it more affordable for you to retrofit your home and bring down your energy bills.

[Building Trades AB @BuildingTradeAB]

Independent research found that union skilled trades in B.C. and Alberta were 17% more productive. Skilled workers get more built. https://t.co/Nv69T25h4w

#BuildingTrades #BuildingGreatness #SkilledTrades #Construction #MajorProjects #UnionStrong

[Building Trades AB @BuildingTradeAB]

A new independent study finds that union Labour is both more productive and more cost-effective than open-shop Labour.

Read the full report here: https://t.co/WPJ2bqSWZW

#BuildingTrades #SkilledTrades #Construction #Alberta #Union #MajorProjects

[Building Trades AB @BuildingTradeAB]

The BTA welcomes the Canadian Government's Bill C-39, which will expedite project approvals and help our job-ready workforce Build Canada Strong!

We will continue to proudly work with PM @MarkJCarney, Minister @PattyHajdu and Secretary of State (Labour) @JZerucelli

[Building Trades AB @BuildingTradeAB]

Parliamentary Secretary to the Secretary of State (Labour), MP @lesliechurch, joined BTA Executive Director Terry Parker at our 2026 Conference for a great discussion on the vital work underway by the @CanadaGovRBX to Build Canada Strong.

[Building Trades AB @BuildingTradeAB]

With many new projects underway, it's a great time for Albertans to enter the skilled trades.

Minister @MartinLongUCP, VP Major Projects at @brandsafway @KenSandmoen, and Mike Holden from the @BizCouncilAB provided a snapshot of Alberta's major projects at our 2026 Conference.

[Building Trades AB @BuildingTradeAB]

The BTA was honoured to welcome entrepreneur, investor and Star from CBC's Dragon's Den, @ArleneDickinson to our 2026 conference.

Arlene joined our Executive Director, Terry Parker, to share her expertise on the importance of strategic planning and building partnerships.

[Building Trades AB @BuildingTradeAB]

Thank you to every member delegate who joined and helped shape the BTA's at our 2026 Convention yesterday! Lots of thoughtful discussion around our goal: to build greatness for our industry and deliver steady work for members.

[Building Trades AB @BuildingTradeAB]

The BTA welcomes Indigenous people beginning their skilled trades journeys to join our mentorship symposiums.

These opportunities were made possible by the support and partnership of Minister @RajanJSaw, and the @YourAlberta.

Follow the link to register: https://t.co/6skEnWDxys

[Building Trades AB @BuildingTradeAB]

BTA Executive Director, Terry Parker, joined Premier @ABDanielleSmith and Minister Joseph Schow to discuss how government, industry and labour can work together to protect skilled trades jobs amid the recent trade war.

Thank you to the @YourAlberta for this opportunity.

[CDN Building Trades @CDNTrades]

Canada’s Building Trades Unions’ Executive Director, Sean Strickland, was interviewed to share his perspective on why so many people are turning to the trades, and why these careers are attracting Canadians at every stage of life.

The average apprentice in Canada is 27 years old, showing that it’s never too late to pursue a good-paying, stable career. With opportunities to earn while you learn, develop in-demand skills, and help build Canada’s future, the skilled trades offer a pathway worth exploring.

As Sean shared, “When you have the Prime Minister talking about building Canada, people start paying attention."

Read the full article, here: https://t.co/cBjo2NzT3d

#SkilledTrades #BuildingCanada #Apprenticeships #GoodJobs #UnionStrong #CareersInTheTrades

[Building Trades AB @BuildingTradeAB]

Partnerships between the government and industry, the Building Trades Unions are leading the way in expanding Alberta's apprenticeship training.

Thank you to Canada's Secretary of State (Labour), @JZerucelli and the Government of Canada for investing in building greatness!

[John Zerucelli @JZerucelli]

It was great to visit UA Local 496 training centre in Calgary. The skilled trades are the bridge between ambition and opportunity. When training connects to real jobs, workers build their futures and our economy grows stronger.

I also had the opportunity to try first hand some of the machinery in the training centre, to see firsthand the skill and precision the work demands.

[Building Trades AB @BuildingTradeAB]

The BTA was thrilled to join @TEPFoundationAB's Legends for Learners tournament as the presenting sponsor!

This event helps raise funds for TEPF's vital Trades Careers Program, helping students build their skills through BTA-affiliated union-led training centres.

#TEPF #YYC #AB

[TEPF @TEPFoundationAB]

Thank you to our sponsors, donors, Legends, volunteers, speakers and golfers who made our 25th Legends for Learners, presented by @BuildingTradeAB, a success! Together, we raised a record-breaking $302,970 to support TEPF’s free Literacy & Trades Careers education programs. #TEPF

[Building Trades AB @BuildingTradeAB]

BTA welcomes Canada's $2.1 million investment to expand @TEPFoundationAB's Trades Careers Program.

This announcement by Secretary of State (Labour) @JZerucelli is a huge step forward for helping young Albertans build greatness in the skilled trades.
https://t.co/cMpF2FNJKJ

[TEPF @TEPFoundationAB]

TEPF President & CEO Barb Simic and Terry Parker of @BuildingTradeAB joined CTV Calgary to talk about TEPF's programs and the 25th Annual Legends for Learners Charity Golf Tournament. Watch the whole interview or bid in our online auction—visit https://t.co/BQDO3xepRp. #TEPF