S.M.W.I.A. 276

At Local 276, we know that no two members are the same - and your work-life balance should reflect your individual needs.

Whether it’s spending more time with family, pursuing personal goals, or finding the right schedule, we’re committed to helping you achieve the balance that works best for you. By understanding what matters most to each member, we connect you with job placements that respect and support your lifestyle.

Throughout the year, Local 276 hosts events that bring members and their families together to celebrate community, fun, and friendship. Being part of a welcoming and supportive family is important to us. Keep an eye out for announcements about upcoming events, and be sure to join in the fun!

A big shout-out to all the dads, grandpas, stepdads and father-figures among our members. Happy Father's Day!

The New Member Orientation is a class hosted by the Joint Apprentice Committee to help members understand how the Union operates and the full range of benefits available. If you’re new to Local 276 and haven’t had a chance to attend an orientation session, please contact our office and we’ll be happy to register you for the next available class.

If you're still undecided about the benefits of joining your union, perhaps these reasons will help sway you!

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An apprenticeship with Local 276 is an amazing way to start your trades career. You learn on the job and benefit from all the supports the union provides to ensure your success. Upon attainment of your Red Seal certification, you'll be a journeyperson with job opportunities that will take you far!

Find out more by reaching out to us!

Members are encouraged to attend a special National Indigenous Peoples Day Learning Journey hosted by SMART Canada on June 22 @ 7pm EST.

This event will highlight Indigenous perspectives, workforce development, and opportunities to strengthen recruitment and retention within our local.

Together, we can help create more pathways into the trades and support the next generation of SMART members. Register here:

Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: Building Partnerships: Indigenous Pathways into the Trades. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar. For this Learning Journey, in celebration of Canada’s National Indigenous Peoples Day, we are bringing together speakers in Canada who represent both the Indigenous peoples and the trade leaders who recruit within those communities. We are learning how the distinct Indigenous voices can bring the ...

Local 276 is proud to represent journeypersons working in the Sheet Metal, Architectural Sheet Metal, Flat Roofing, and Slope Roofing trades. Jobs include (but not limited to): Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning - HVAC; Blow Pipe systems; Architectural Sheet Metal work; work in the Marine Sector; Flat Roofing; Sloped Roofing; and Custom Sheet Metal work.

Are you a ticketed journeyperson looking to be a part of the union? Get in touch!

June is Men’s Health Month. This is a time to raise awareness and support the challenges impacting men’s physical and mental well-being. Remember, support is always available to members and their families. 💙

For mental health and addiction resources, please visit: https://www.smwia276.ca/metal-health-and-addition-resources.html

Love is love, today and every day. 🌈

This Pride Month, we celebrating our LGBTQ+ members with kindness, respect, and pride 🏳️‍🌈