We are sorry to report that roaming protests headed by a small, unsanctioned group of protestors, that includes union and non-union members, have led to the temporary closure of all Northwest Carpenters Union picket activities starting tomorrow, Friday, September 24. Activities reported to NWCU… Read More
If you are working under the Western Washington Area Master Agreement for an employer that has assigned their bargaining rights to the AGC of Washington (listed below), you will not go to work beginning on Thursday, September 16. You are obligated to withhold your labor until we have a… Read More
Si usted está trabajando para un empleador que ha asignado sus derechos de negociación al AGC bajo el Acuerdo Maestro del Área Oeste de Washington (la lista está abajo), usted no irá a trabajar el jueves, 16 de septiembre. Usted está obligado a no trabajar… Read More
The Washington Area Tentative Agreement did not pass with a 56% NO vote by our members (2,282 Yes; 2,907 No votes). See results here: buildnw.org/WWAresults More details from our Organizing team at Northwest Carpenters Union will be sent out on Monday, September 13th and Tuesday, September 14th on the upcoming strike. Thank you for… Read More
September 8, 2021 Letter to Members Dear Washington NWCU Members, Housing, childcare, and living expenses are at an all-time high and the gap between workers and the ultra-rich is growing. Our members are working long hours and there is a tremendous amount of frustration with… Read More
An extension was reached Friday, August 13, 2021 to continue good faith bargaining with the AGC and in accordance with the National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) Sections 8(b)(3) and 8(d). The extension expires September 3rd. Thank you for all of the feedback you have provided… Read More
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The Journeyman Leadership Program is a three day program geared towards developing the strong qualities of members on the job and in their lives – leadership, communication, mentoring and collective action. Members learn where the UBC came from and where its headed, and, importantly, how to lead it. Learn More
