FREE Pre-Apprenticeship Training – Ages 18–29

April 6 – June 26, 2026 | Sponsored by Pathways Alliance to be hosted at Alberta Pipe Trades College

Jump-start a career in the pipe trades with a 12-week, hands-on program in Steamfitter/Pipefitter & Welder training.

Highlights:

• 12 students per intake (limited seats)
• Members’ relatives only — referral required
• Ages 18–29
• Submit: Application Form + Resume
• Send to: chris.waples@ept488.ca

Questions

Contact Chris Waples: 780-722-7142

Attention All Members,

Please see the newest edition of the Educator Newsletter from the Alberta Pipe Trades College!

Hello Sisters and Brothers,

Please see the following document for all information regarding Nomination and Election of Local 488 Committees and Nomination and Election of Delegates to the 41st UA General Convention.

Thank you and Good Luck to all future nominees!

Sisters and Brothers,

The Alberta Pipe Trades College is now looking for an instructor for the Steamfitter-Pipefitter Apprenticeship Program as well as the Plumbing Apprenticeship Program.

All cover letters and resumes for this positions must be forwarded to Chris Waples at : chris.waples@ept488.ca

Closing Date: January 23, 2026

Please see the below link for all job details!

To view the official results of our recent Officer’s Election, click on the link below.

Please note that these results are in addition to the following positions elected by acclamation:

President:

Daniel Watson

Recording Secretary:

Jason Hooper

Inside Guard:

William Leeman

Examining Board:

Blaine Tulloch

Jeffrey Haase

Marc Bonhomme

Mark Winikoff

Sherry Shadow

Finance Committee:

Angus Potskin

Mark Robinson

Madden Shea