We are excited to invite you to join us for the upcoming PAC Listening Campaign, an initiative focused on gathering your perspectives, concerns, and insights to better represent our union’s interests. This is a unique opportunity to have your voice heard and to contribute directly to shaping our path forward. Why Attend? Your input will play a crucial role in guiding the PAC’s priorities and actions. By participating, you’ll help ensure that our advocacy efforts reflect the true interests and needs of our membership.
Let’s come together, share our thoughts, and strengthen the solidarity of Local 488. We look forward to seeing you there!
The Alberta Pipe Trades College is offering the EPRI Rigging Certification Course from June 8-12, 2026, at the Local 488 Training Centre in Edmonton. Designed for experienced UA journeypersons, this advanced course provides specialized training in safe rigging practices and the skills required to work as certified rigging specialists.
Participants will gain a deeper understanding of industry best practices, safety requirements, and the complexities involved in rigging operations within industrial environments. A strong rigging background and a minimum of 3-5 years of related experience are required.
Space is limited. To register, contact Alberta Pipe Trades College at 780-488-1266. The course fee is $60.
On March 14, 2026, voting will take place in person at the Local Union 488 Dispatch Hall between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. The ballots will be counted on Monday, March 16, 2026, and the results will be posted on the Local Union 488 website (local488.ca) by end of day Tuesday, March 17, 2026
