We all know that construction workers are more likely to have their wages stolen than other industries. That is why the Regional Council has been working with lawmakers to address this problem. In short, HB 1395 and SB 5565 hold a general contractor responsible for… Read More
Fighting to make the American Dream real for everyone Mark McDermott brings interactive workshops for leaders, staff, stewards, activists and apprentices with a focus on labor history, economic justice educa- tion, coalition building, communications skill building and strategic planning. He produces educational and training materials designed… Read More
Members working in the state of Washington should be aware that a new paid Family and Medical Leave program begins on January 1, 2019. For more information go to: www.paidleave.wa.gov/
There are several places to gather and watch election results come in. Keep reading for a list of festivities. OREGON EUGENE Congressman DeFazio 7:30—10:30 pm Valley River Inn 1000 Valley River Way, Eugene OR SALEM Marion County Democrats 7:00—10:00 pm Willamette Heritage Center 1313 Mill St… Read More
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Doug Tweedy- Executive Secretary-Treasurer of the Pacific Northwest Regional Council of Carpenters Retires Kent, Washington- July 31, 2018 Doug Tweedy, head of the Pacific Northwest Regional Council of Carpenters has announced he will be retiring effective immediately. Mr. Tweedy has spent his… Read More
Members across Washington have reviewed the records and issue platforms of candidates running for office. How you vote is up to you, but we hope that you will take these local union recommendations into account for when you go to cast your ballot. Election day… Read More
Attached is a summary of the results we received from the bargaining survey. This reflects the data from approximately 2,200 surveys. Than you to everyone who filled it out and participated in the bargaining process! Contract 2018 Survey Summary
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Representing more than twenty-two thousand carpenter union members, the Pacific Northwest Regional Council of Carpenters strives to uplift and redefine the construction industry through thoughtful advocacy and activism. Our union has come a long way, and the results you read in the 2017 Impact Report would not… Read More
Oregon primaries are just around the corner! Do you need to know who your Local thinks best upholds the values of organized labor? Here is the most updated list of endorsements to help. #GOTV Candidates Local Endorsements 05-10-18
The official emblem of the United Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America was adopted at the Fourth General Convention in Cincinnati, Ohio, August 1884. The motto inscribed therein, “Labor Omnia Vincit,” translated from Latin means “Labor Conquers All Things.” Learn More