Carpenters Local 2486

07/31/2026

07/10/2026

One big misconception about the trades is that they’re only for people who couldn’t succeed elsewhere. That’s not true. Highly educated and skilled people thrive in the trades and take pride in what they do every day. What’s the biggest misconception about trades you’ve heard?

07/08/2026

Speed won’t save the job if it results in mistakes.
Planning, precision, and thinking ahead are what separate good tradespeople from great ones. Every cut, every measurement matters—because one small mistake can ripple across the whole project.
Work smarter, not just faster, and the results will speak for themselves.
What’s your top trick for staying precise under pressure?

07/07/2026

Union benefits include healthcare and retirement plans that give peace of mind for today and tomorrow.
How have these benefits helped you?

07/06/2026

Errol John joined the Carpenters’ Union in 1984, and for him, being a union member has been an amazing journey. He values knowing that the union looks after its members, offering good wages, regular pay increases, and opportunities to earn while you learn. Along the way, he has met incredible people, built a strong career, and achieved major milestones, including owning his home.

Errol encourages anyone considering the trades to join the union and build a better future.

07/03/2026

Think the priciest tool guarantees a perfect job? Think again.
It’s not the cost: it’s the skill. Knowing how to use your tools properly is what keeps projects moving forward, reduces mistakes, and makes you a reliable tradesperson.
A well-used hammer beats an expensive gadget any day.
What’s one tool you’ve mastered that makes all the difference on site?

07/01/2026

Happy Canada Day 🇨🇦

Canada is more than a place on a map. It’s the communities we build, the people we work besides, and the opportunities we create for the next generation.

Every day, skilled tradespeople help shape the schools, hospitals, homes, and infrastructure that keep this country moving forward. Our work leaves a lasting impact long after the job is done.

Today, we celebrate the pride, resilience, and craftsmanship that help build Canada from coast to coast.

What does being Canadian mean to you? Share your thoughts in the comments.

06/30/2026

National Indigenous History Month is an opportunity to reflect, but also to think beyond June.

It invites us to continue learning from Indigenous voices throughout the year, not only through awareness, but through ongoing listening, education, and engagement.

It also reminds us of the importance of creating space for Indigenous perspectives to be heard, respected, and meaningfully included in our conversations and communities.

These are not one-time actions, but ongoing responsibilities that require consistency, respect, and intention.

06/29/2026

Josiah, from Local 18, has been in the union for two years, building hands-on experience in formwork and finishing carpentry.
One of the biggest parts of working in construction is learning how to work with different people with different personalities and trade backgrounds. Carpentry is never done alone. It’s about collaboration and understanding how everything comes together on site.

What’s one thing you’ve learned from working alongside other trades?

06/26/2026

A safe jobsite isn't just about hard hats and harnesses. It's about how people feel day to day.

Employers have a responsibility to create spaces where workers can speak up without fear, judgment, or stigma. The truth is, the pressure on site doesn't stop when the shift starts, and it doesn't disappear when the tools go down. Let's build a culture where checking in on each other is normal part of the job.