Canada’s Building Trades Unions (CBTU) is a national organization representing over 600,000 skilled trades construction workers across Canada. It includes members from 14 international unions and covers more than 60 different trades and occupations. CBTU plays a vital role in the construction industry, contributing approximately 6% to Canada’s GDP.

The mission of CBTU is to advocate for workers in the building, construction, fabrication, and maintenance sectors. The organization focuses on improving working conditions and quality of life for its members while actively engaging with the federal government on relevant issues. CBTU offers union apprenticeship programs that allow individuals to earn while they learn, along with access to 197 training centers across Canada, which provide extensive training and development opportunities.

CBTU also supports its members in labor-management relations and bargaining processes, promoting collaboration between unions and employers. Its efforts significantly impact the construction industry and the economy as a whole.