Carpenters Union Local 1946

About Carpenters Union Local 1946

Carpenters Union Local 1946 is a community organization and building-trades union located on Highbury Ave S in the Highbury neighbourhood of London. It serves as a local chapter of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America, representing workers within the construction and wood-products industries. The organization focuses on training, educating, and representing the next generation of construction professionals while supporting signatory contractors by providing motivated and knowledgeable crews. The union offers a variety of training and certification programs designed to enhance both technical and soft skills. Specific courses include Working at Heights, which covers hazard controls and OHSA regulations, as well as certifications for Propane in Construction, Mobile Elevating Work Platforms Operator (CITF), and Power Industrial Truck Operator - I & RT (CITF). Additionally, the Department of Education & Training provides internal consulting and programs focused on communication, management, leadership, public speaking, and marketing to support individual and organizational performance. With a history spanning 130 years, the organization describes itself as a 21st-century union that prioritizes membership support and high-quality craft training. It emphasizes the inclusion of women in the trade, noting their roles as foremen, superintendents, and lead instructors. The union operates an office for member services and provides a classroom space for various training sessions.