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Important News & Events Notice

Nominees for Committee Positions

The Election Committee shall subsequently email full and concise instructions as prescribed by the United Association General Office which shall include a ballot which will be emailed to you on or before Friday, February 13, 2026. E-voting results will be compiled by the third-party e-vote provider (Becker Keating & Young Technologies Corp) and will be cut off at 9:00AM on Friday, March 6, 2026. Results will be posted on the Local 488 website by March 6, 2026.

Positions filled by ACCLAMATION:

EDMONTON PIPE TRADES EDUCATION TRUST FUND:

Rodney Carlson

Cody Telford

LOCAL UNION 488 HEALTH & SAFETY COMMITTEE:

Christina Gerndt

Adam Kowalchuk

Wayne Mcintyre

Sham Mootilal

Sherry Shadow

Roger Wolsey

EDMONTON PIPE INDUSTRY HEALTH, WELFARE & PENSION TRUST FUND:

Pascal Contant

Dennis Deans

Jason Hooper

Lionel Levoir

Kevin Morin

Mark Neville

Angus Potskin

Madden Shea

Robert D Taylor 

Cody Telford

Daniel Watson

Mark Winikoff 

Michael (Mike)  Wipf

LOCAL UNION 488 BENEVOLENT FUND COMMITTEE:

Richard Boisvert

Jimbo Brown

Tim Bye

Jose Da Silva

Jason Elias

Arron Ferris

Adam Kowalchuk

Megan Mattie

Randall Melenka

Dylan Rose

Madden Shea

Roger Wolsey

LOCAL UNION 488 SUPPLEMENTARY BENEFIT TRUST FUND:

Dan Boisvert

Doug Bosse

Rodney Carlson 

Pascal Contant

Maria Gigliotti

Darrick Gilbert

Sonia Heer

Jason Hooper

Ramona Soosay 

Robert D Taylor

Mike Todd

Tyler Twa

Chris Waples

Daniel Watson 

LOCAL UNION 488 ENTERTAINMENT COMMITTEE:

Dwayne Billard

Doug Bosse

Jimbo Brown 

Brett Buck

Brandon Carlson 

Jose Da Silva

Robert Elliott

Christina Gerndt

Maria Gigliotti

Darrick Gilbert

Chris Leonardis

Peter Neary

Dylan Rose

Frank Schafers

Sherry Shadow 

Craig Shemely

Ramona Soosay 

Randy Southworth

  

BUILDING TRADES OF ALBERTA DELEGATES:

Tom Bailey

Doug Bosse

Lee Canoa

Andrew Connors

Boyd Currie

Jose Da Sliva

Maria Gigliotti

Sonia Heer

Andy Herbert 

Adam Kowalchuk

Chris Lavers

Lionel Levoir

Kenny Linton

Jason London

Nicole Marofke

Barry Pruden

Kevin Rankin

Rob Rankin

Mark Robinson

Dylan Rose

Glen Sargent

Sherry Shadow 

Ramona Soosay

Robert D Taylor

Cody Telford

Mike Todd

Bob (Butch) Wade

Daniel Watson

Michael (Mike) Wipf

Roger Wolsey

EDMONTON PIPE TRADES BUILDING & FRATERNAL SOCIETY:

Dan Bosivert

Jimbo Brown

Lee Canoa

Boyd Currie 

Reg Frost

Darrick Gilbert

Jason Hooper

Ken Klassen

Lionel Levoir

Wayne Mcintyre

Peter Neary 

Mark Robinson

Randy Southworth

JOINT CONFERENCE BOARD / NEGOTIATING COMMITTEE:

Tim Bye

Lee Canoa

Derek Hammel

Sonia Heer

Andy Herbert

Chris Leonardis

Sham Mootilal

Kevin Morin

Angus Potskin 

Larry Saunders 

Mark Winikoff

LOCAL UNION 488 POLITICAL ACTION & EDUCATION COMMITTEE:

Andrew Connors

Pascal Contant

Dennis Deans

Derek Hammel

Al Lakey

Chris Leonardis

Peter Moskalyk

Larry Saunders

Tyler Twa

Mark Winikoff

Michael (Mike) Wipf

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News & Events

Edmonton Oil Kings VS. Calgary Hitmen Hockey Game!

Dear Members,

As our annual Family Day weekend event, we’re excited to invite you to a fun night out with fellow members to watch the Oil Kings face off against the Calgary Hitmen!

Event Details

  • Date: Saturday, February 14th, 2026
  • Time: 7:00 PM
  • Price: $10 per ticket
  • Registration Deadline: February 7, 2026, or until tickets are sold out

This is a great opportunity to enjoy an exciting game and connect with other members. Tickets are limited, so be sure to secure yours early. Payment must be made within 24 hours to secure your tickets.

Follow the link below to register. Payment can be made by e-transfer to entertainment.committee@local488.ca or in person by card or cash. If paying by e-transfer, please be sure that the message line has the members’ name or UA card number, so we can ensure the registration is complete.

If you have any questions, we ask that you refrain from calling the hall and instead email us at entertainment.committee@local488.ca.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!
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Important News & Events Notice

Nomination/Election of Committees and General Convention

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.

Nomination-Election Information for ConventionDownload
Nomination – Election Information for CommitteesDownload

Thank you and Good Luck to all future nominees!

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Important News & Events Notice

2026-2028 Officer Election Results

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

2026-2028 Certified Officer Election ResultsDownload

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

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News & Events Notice

Annual Christmas Lights for Larry!

Hello Sisters and Brothers,

✨ We’re excited to share that the 7th Annual Christmas Lights for Larry display is now underway! ✨🎄

From November 28th to January 4th, you and your families are invited to stop by between 6–10pm at 4220 124 Avenue, Edmonton to enjoy the festive lights and support a great cause in partnership with the Veterans Association.

🎅🤶 Come out, enjoy the holiday spirit, and show your support! 🌟

CLICK HERE TO SEE MORE OF THE EVENT