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Didn't have the chance to tune in to the UA (District 6) National Apprentice Competition livestream from UA Local 254 this week? Check out this recap of an incredible week!

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This week, the UA (District 6) National Apprentice Competition was proudly hosted by UA Local 254 in Winnipeg, Manitoba.

Top apprentices from Eastern, Central, and Western Canada showcased their skills in Plumbing, Steamfitting/Pipefitting, Sprinkler Fitting, Welding, and RACM as they competed for national honours and the opportunity to represent Canada on the international stage.

Congratulations to all competitors, returning champions, judges, and the officers and staff of Local 254 for making this year’s competition a tremendous success.

We are proud to announce the national champions who will go on to represent their Locals—and Canada—at the UA International Apprentice Competition in Ann Arbor, Michigan this August as follows:

RACM/HVACR:
Duncan McComish, Western Region - Local 516

PLUMBING:
Ethan Martin, Central Region - Local 401

SPRINKLER FITTING:
Adam Arseneau, Eastern Region – Local 56

STEAMFITTING/PIPEFITTING:
Clay Elliott, Central Regional – Local 46

WELDING:
Nathan Andrae, Eastern Region – Local 56

STANDARD FOR EXCELLENCE AWARD:
Adam Arseneau, Eastern Region – Local 56

Day 3 has kicked off... Tune in here!

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The action at the UA National Apprentice Competiton continues!

Did you tune into the competition yesterday? If not, check it out! View the action from over 10 fixed and roving cameras operated by the crew at Piping Industry Technical College/ UA Local 254!

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The competitors are hard at work in the shop at Local 254!