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Last year, ACTIMS held the sixth Women in Trades Award & Bursaries Program for members of the Building Trades who are working in the heavy industrial construction/maintenance industries in Canada.

From the dozens of applications received, we were able to recognize three (3) women from various Locals across the country who demonstrated excellence, integrity, and leadership in their respective trades at their workplace.

Once again, ACTIMS will be commencing the program for 2022, and is hoping to attract even more participation in the upcoming year!

Attached is the information package that outlines the program in detail, and an application form, which interested candidates must complete and return with their pertinent documents, to Karlee Ainslie ainslie@trades-ab.ca . Applications can be submitted from February 1^th through till April 30^th.

A tripartite committee comprised of members of the ACTIMS Board of Directors will assess the applications during the month of May, and present their recommendations to the full Board for approval. Winners will be recognized at the ACTIMS Annual General meeting in July 2022.

Please note that this information and the application form can also be downloaded from the ACTIMS website www.actims.ca

Last week, UA Canada National Manager of Youth, Diversity and Indigenous Relations- Alanna Marklund, alongside UA Local 488 Brother Chris Lavers, visited Leduc Composite High School to educate their Fabrication 20 students about the piping trades and our union. A huge thank you to both Alanna and Chris for showing the value of the UA, and the opportunities within the piping trades to these students!

Below you will find a link to the UA Canada videos that were shared during the 40th UA General Convention.

A place for everybody
Featuring three UA members from different trades and backgrounds.

Making a life
Rooted in history and nostalgia, this snapshot of UA tradition and connection illustrates the importance of creating a life built on the values of teamwork and family.

Genius is built
The United Association is an organization at the forefront of innovation. This video demonstrates the desire of UA members to shift course, adapt, and evolve in a changing world.

Essential
Features the heroes on the frontlines and behind the scenes of the COVID-19 pandemic. It showcases the spirit of the UA’s commitment to the public, with members working hard to bring Canadians the services they need during unprecedented times.