Media Contact
Media inquiries should be directed to Tyler Bedford, Director of Communications and Relations, Building Trades of Alberta.
Tyler Bedford
Director of Communications and Relations
Phone: (780) 421-9400 Ext. 113
tbedford@bta.ca
Edmonton Office
11635 – 160 Street NW
Edmonton, AB
T5M 3Z3
Phone: (780) 421-9400
Fax: (780) 421-9433
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Executive Director Terry Parker
Biography
Prior to serving as the Executive Director of the BTA, Terry was the Executive Director of the Saskatchewan Building Trades Council for twelve years. Terry worked as a glazier and before becoming the ED for SBTC, he worked as a Business Agent for the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades. His extensive time in leadership roles has given him a wealth of experience in the unionized construction and maintenance industries.
Terry is a graduate of the University of Manitoba where he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science.
His dedication to the labour movement and to the safety and welfare of the unionized workers he represents is evident in the actions he takes and the decisions he makes every day.
Media release: BTA pushes for Teck Frontier approval with minister
Building Trades of Alberta appeals to environment minister to approve Teck’s Frontier oil sands project EDMONTON – Today, the Building Trades of Alberta requested approval of Teck’s Frontier oil sands project north of Fort McKay in a letter sent to [...]
Remembrance Day note from ED Terry Parker
The Building Trades of Alberta thanks the brave women and men in uniform for their service and the sacrifices they've made for our great country, and all who call it home. We honour. We remember. For those who have served [...]
2019 federal election campaign has begun
This morning, Justin Trudeau officially launched the 2019 federal election campaign. Voters from coast to coast to coast will head to the polls on Oct. 21 to decide who will lead our country for the next four years. What happens [...]
JTM golf tourney raises $121,000
Dear Friends, On behalf of the Building Trades of Alberta Charitable Foundation, I would like to extend a sincere thank you to all our sponsors, donors, volunteers, golfers, guests and others who helped make the John Tackaberry Memorial Golf [...]
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Happy Friday! Have a safe and good weekend 🍻
That looks like an American list to me, what about Labatt's, Molson, etc.?
Kokanee!
Here’s an Alberta list that includes Labatt’s (although I think there could be more): www.thecdlc.ca/unionized-goods-and-services/
ICYMI: Listen to Executive Director Terry Parker on the Jan. 10 Danielle Smith Show discussing Building Trades of Alberta's support for Teck's Frontier mine in northern Alberta, and our ask of federal Environment Minister Wilkinson to approve the job-creating project by the Feb. 28, 2020 timeline.
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Guest Terry Parker, Executive Director of Building Trades of AlbertaFort McKay Metis Nation president Ron Quintal on Teck's Frontier oilsands project:
“We were able to reach an agreement that is going to see prosperity for my community going forward. Ultimately, as a leader, that’s all you can try to do, improve the lives of your members.
“We are in the heart of the oilsands and the fact of the matter is 99.9 per cent of our people work in the oilsands and service the oilsands. So to take that away, and try to shut that down, does very little for the benefit of my community.”
ICYMI: Last week, BTA Executive Director Terry Parker wrote an op-ed requesting federal Environment Minister Wilkinson approve the project by the Feb. 28, 2020 deadline.
Read Parker's op-ed in the Edmonton Journal: bit.ly/38tr0iY
Varcoe: Alberta Indigenous communities push back against opponents to Frontier oilsands project
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Fort McKay Metis Nation president Ron Quintal becomes animated when speaking about why his community backs a new oilsands mine in the region.On Monday, as several Indigenous groups gathered in Vanc&he...He’s so right. Shutting down the Oilsands does not help anyone. We need to keep our First Nations and others employed
Thoughts are with the worker's family, friends and colleagues.
Death of contractor at Syncrude's Aurora site being investigated
fortmcmurraytoday.com
The death of a contractor at Syncrude’s Aurora site is being investigated.According to the company, emergency workers arrived to reports of an incident at the site at 9:30 a.m. on Jan. 19. At&he...RIP .. thoughts go out to the family. We go out our lives on the line every day yet companies want trades workers to take rollbacks
So sad just trying to support your family rip
Very sad. Condolences to all family, friends and coworkers.
Our condolences to family and friends
My family is praying for this contractors family tonight. RIP
Tanner Mcleod Christian Thebeau
The Building Trades of Alberta Charitable Foundation was pleased to support the 9th annual Toys for Tots 2019 campaign event held by the Oilsands’ Harley Owners Group (HOG) Chapter #9991 as its Turbo Charged Gear sponsor.
Toys for Tots distributes toys to children whose families cannot afford to provide Christmas gifts. Building Trades of Alberta members believe in giving back to the communities they live and work in. HOG Chapter #9991 operates in the Fort McMurray community.
Oilsands H.O.G. Chapter Fort Mcmurray ,Alberta
Those greedy Union Thugs
ICYMI: Listen to BTA ED Terry Parker discuss @TeckResources Frontier on @ABDanielleSmith Show on @770CHQR 📻 #ableg #abtrades
Check out Exec. Dir. of @BuildingTradeAB talking to @ABDanielleSmith about getting Albertans to work on Teck's Frontier Project - contact your MP to voice your support today. https://t.co/GswNA6WYnP
Fort McKay Metis Nation pres Quintal on Frontier: We're in the ❤️ of the oilsands & 99.9% of our people work in the oilsands & service the oilsands. To take that away & to shut that down, does very little for the benefit of my community #ableg #abtrades
Varcoe: Pressure builds over Ottawa's decision on Frontier project
Fort McKay Metis Nation president Ron Quintal becomes animated when speaking about why his community backs a new oilsands mine in the region.
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Thoughts are with the worker's family, friends and colleagues.
Death of contractor at Syncrude's Aurora site being investigated
The death of a contractor at Syncrude’s Aurora site is being investigated.According to the company, emergency workers arrived to reports of an i...
www.fortmcmurraytoday.com
BTA Charitable was pleased to support the 9th annual Toys for Tots campaign by Oilsands’ Harley Owners Group Chapter #9991 #ymm - T4T gives toys to kids whose families can't afford Xmas gifts. BTA mbrs believe in giving back to the communities they live & work in #ableg #abtrades
There are many reasons to explore a rewarding career in the skilled trades - @macleans laid down 10 of them. Check it out 👷🏽👷🏾♂️👷🏻♂️👷🏾♀️ #ableg #abtrades
10 Reasons to Consider a Career in the Skilled Trades - Maclean's
From high salaries to job security, here’s why job seekers should be looking to the skilled trades for work.
www.macleans.ca
Check out op-ed by BTA ED Terry Parker in today's @edmontonjournal - Frontier’s construction expected to provide up to 7K jobs. BTA's calling on 🇨🇦 Minister Wilkinson to ✔️ the project by Feb. 28 timeline #ableg #abtrades
Opinion: Teck project could be an economic game-changer
As we move forward into a new decade, the need to balance the economy and environment will only grow, and rightfully so.
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18 Alberta unions representing 60,000 tradespeople are calling for federal approval of the Teck Resources Frontier mine.👇
This project would create billions of dollars in economic growth and thousands of jobs. Let’s get it approved. ✅
Building Trades AB on Twitter
“Approval of @TeckResources Frontier would show 🇨🇦 supports job creation; a cleaner energy industry & extensive consultation involving...
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Approval of @TeckResources Frontier would show 🇨🇦 supports job creation; a cleaner energy industry & extensive consultation involving Indigenous communities #ableg #abtrades
Alberta Building Trades calls on Ottawa to approve Frontier - constructconnect.com
CALGARY, ALTA. – The Building Trades of Alberta (BTA) is calling on government to approve Teck’s Frontier oil sands project north of Fort McKa...
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Extreme cold is settling in across AB for the next few days, with wind chills hitting - 40C in some parts. Please read & share these 10 tips for keeping warm while working outdoors in frigid temps. Stay safe. #babyitsfingcoldoutside #ableg #abtrades
10 Tips for Keeping Warm on the Construction Site
Winter is right around the corner. These 10 Tips for Keeping Warm on the Construction Site will help you enjoy a safe, warm and productive winter.
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