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Canada\u2019s Building Trades Unions will gather national leaders, industry experts, and elected officials at its annual conference April 27\u201329, 2026 at the Hilton Lac-Leamy under the theme \u201cCanada\u2019s Future is Union-Made.\u201d As our nation stands at a defining moment for Canadian infrastructure, the conference will showcase how unionized skilled tradespeople are leading the delivery of major projects that strengthen our economy, communities, and global standing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Conference Details and Overview<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Monday April 27 \u2013 Wednesday April 29, 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Join Canada\u2019s top infrastructure minds and dynamic voices April 27\u201329 for a powerful three-day conference that blends urgent action, bold vision, and unforgettable moments:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Day one launches with the VitalCog Suicide Prevention in the Construction Workplace workshop and opening ceremonies, featuring conversations with Canada\u2019s top project leaders and elected officials about major national projects;<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Day two honours the National Day of Mourning at Major\u2019s Hill Park before an dynamic afternoon plenary featuring a Political Pundits Panel, multiple energy infrastructure panels with top industry leaders sharing how to position Canada as a global powerhouse;<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u00b7 Day three kicks off with the Ottawa River Dancers then moves into focused industry dialogues with policymakers and culminates in a rousing keynote from a champion MMA athlete-turned-motivational speaker, sparking inspiration, leadership, and action across the unionized skilled trades.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sessions will highlight workforce development, mental health and safety, and strategic collaboration between unions, industry and government to advance projects of national significance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Daily media advisories will list key plenary speakers. Credentialed media please RSVP to jwhite@buildingtrades.ca.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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