Who We
Represent
Local 2228 represents electronics technologists and electricians who are specialists in the installation and maintenance of electronics equipment for weather facilities, radio frequency allocation and monitoring, as well as air, land, and marine transportation systems. Our members are employed across Canada by NAV CANADA, and several Federal Government Departments including Fisheries and Oceans, Canadian Coast Guard, National Defence, Environment And Climate Change Canada, and ISED (Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada), just to name a few. Our Brookfield Power members are electricians who maintain generating station equipment in Buckingham, Quebec.
News
IBEW and Nasittuq Abritration Update
Arbitration Dates Announced The arbitration hearings between the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 2228 and Nasittuq regarding the Wage Re opener Grievance have been scheduled. Monday, January 19, 2026 Monday, February 23, 2026 Further updates will be provided as the process moves forward.
IBEW Local 2228 Statement on Arbitration Decision
On behalf of our members, IBEW Local 2228 wishes to provide context regarding the recent arbitration decision on the interpretation of our collective agreement with NAV CANADA, covering the period from January 1, 2024, to December 31, 2028. The dispute centered on the effective date for the elimination of…
Election Ballot Deadline Extended to October 9th, 2025
Several members of the Local have been expressing concerns over mail delivery delays with Canda Post, and the Local also has members on six-week work rotations in the Arctic that may miss their chance to vote. After consulting with the International Office and in the interest of fairness to allow…
Local 2228’s stewards and representatives can help you in a variety of ways. Whether you need to file a grievance, have an occupational safety concern, need a representative to accompany you to a meeting or simply need to talk to someone, we can help.
Workplace harassment cannot be tolerated.
Every worker deserves the right to return home at the end of the day free from injury. From time to time, you may be required to work under hazardous conditions. It’s vitally important that you understand your rights and obligations under workplace safety and health legislation. Call us for more information.
Your pay is your most important benefit. It determines the value of many other benefits such as your retirement pension. It’s important that you get paid in accordance with your duties. If you’re not sure you’re being paid properly, contact the Business Office for assistance. We can help.
Stewards and representatives are more than willing and available to help you enforce the terms of your collective agreement. These aren’t just guidelines or employer policy, they are legally enforceable rights negotiated on your behalf. Don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions about your collective agreement.
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