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Feb 11

2019

Ontario Announces that (At Least Some) Joint Health and Safety Committee Certification Training is Going Virtual

February 11, 2019 OEA Admin Industry News, Training

On January 31, 2019, the Ontario government announced that it will be making changes to the training requirements for certified members of a Joint Health and Safety Committee (“JHSC”). According to the government, changes are coming to the training standard that are intended to ease the burden on employers, simplify the training process and improve […]

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Feb 8

2019

The Iron Messenger: An IMPACT Publication, January 2019 Issue

February 8, 2019 OEA Admin Important Safety Information, Industry News, Management, Training

Industrial Info IMPACT provides Industrial Information Resources’ (IIR) PEC reports to partner Local Unions and District Councils. PEC reports identify specific project related data. Learn More Two examples: Morrison Truck Tire Manufacturing Plant Expansion Bellefontaine Grassroot 93.15MW Buckeye Wind Projet Dodge Pipeline IMPACT provides complementary Dodge Pipeline access to all partner contractors and local unions. Learn more […]

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Feb 5

2019

IHSA 2-Minute News | January 2019

February 5, 2019 OEA Admin Important Safety Information, Industry News, Training

2-Minute News IHSA Safety Talk: Cold stress Occupational Health and Safety in Ontario: 2017-18 Annual Report is now available online 2019 Safety Groups registration deadline extended to March 31, 2019 Training spotlight: Communication Skills for Supervising Health & Safety IHSA Safety Talk: Cold stress When you’re cold, blood vessels in your skin, arms, and legs […]

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Jan 28

2019

Improving Communication Skills Course – March 12 – 13, 2019

January 28, 2019 OEA Admin Events, Management, Training

Please find attached a flyer & registration form for the March 12 – 13, 2019 Improving Communication Skills Course scheduled for the Regional Training Centre, Local 721 Toronto. This class is a true Labour / Management Course; office personnel , project managers, superintendents, general foreman, foreman , officers & organizers are all invited to attend […]

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Jan 15

2019

Ministry of Labour | Employment Standards Presentation Calendar

January 15, 2019 OEA Admin Industry News, Training

As part of the Ministry of Labour’s ongoing commitment to provide compliance support for small business, the ministry has partnered with organizations across Ontario to provide a general overview seminar on the Employment Standards Act (ESA), with a special focus on recent changes to labour laws under the Making Ontario Open for Business Act, 2018 (Bill 47).   Click […]

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Jan 15

2019

Ministry of Labour – Updated Educational Resources

January 15, 2019 OEA Admin Training

The Ministry of Labour has updated its educational resources as a result of the Making Ontario Open for Business Act, 2018. To access ministry resources including Your Guide to the Employment Standards Act, visit Ontario.ca/employmentstandards.   To stay up-to-date on Ministry of Labour news, subscribe to our newsletters. Thank You, Ministry of Labour

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Jan 15

2019

The Iron Messenger: An IMPACT Publication, December 2018 Issue

January 15, 2019 OEA Admin Industry News, Training, Webinar

Industrial Info IMPACT provides Industrial Information Resources’ (IIR) PEC reports to partner Local Unions and District Councils. PEC reports identify specific project related data. Learn More Two examples: Morrison Truck Tire Manufacturing Plant Expansion Bellefontaine Grassroot 93.15MW Buckeye Wind Projet Dodge Pipeline IMPACT provides complementary Dodge Pipeline access to all partner contractors and local unions. Learn more […]

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Dec 19

2018

Government of Canada launches new Apprenticeship Incentive Grant for Women to help them get certified in Red Seal trades – apply today

December 19, 2018 OEA Admin Industry News, Opportunities, Training

News release December 11, 2018      Gatineau, Quebec       Employment and Social Development Canada Canada’s prosperity depends on Canadians having the skills, training and experience they need to get good quality jobs and succeed in a changing economy. To help meet the increasing need for more workers in the trades, the Government of Canada is taking a […]

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Dec 6

2018

Complimentary Webinar – You’ve Had a Workplace Accident! Managing the OHS Risk – Coast to Coast

December 6, 2018 OEA Admin Important Safety Information, Management, Training, Webinar

Thursday, January 24, 2019 | 12:00pm to 2:00pm, EST Serious and fatal accidents, and even high risk violations of OHS laws, can happen in the “safest” of workplaces, and at any time. Are your human resources, health and safety and frontline management prepared to manage or assist with a response plan, or will the approach […]

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Nov 2

2018

The Iron Messenger: An IMPACT Publication, October 2018 Issue

November 2, 2018 OEA Admin Awards, Events, Important Safety Information, Industry News, Training, Uncategorized

Industrial Info IMPACT provides Industrial Information Resources’ (IIR) PEC reports to partner Local Unions and District Councils. PEC reports identify specific project related data. Learn More Two examples: West Point Vaccine Plant Pneumococcal Polysaccharide Bldg 38a Capacity Expansion Dalton Grassroot Solar Photovoltaic Module Manufacturing Plant Dodge Pipeline IMPACT provides complementary Dodge Pipeline access to all partner […]

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