U.A. Local 853 Sprinkler and Fire Protection Trade Centre

LOCAL 853 DONATES EASELS TO DAYCARE!

As part of sprinkler and fire protection training, COBT Hammer Heads made easels out of CPVC pipe at the U.A. Local 853 Trade Centre. These projects were donated by Local 853 to SHINING STARS CHILD CARE CENTRE in Richmond Hill, Ontario to be used for years to come.

Thank you Shining Star Child Care Centre for helping to reuse these items so they don't end up as waste in a landfill.

The U.A. National Apprentice Competition is currently streaming live. Goodluck sprinkler apprentice Jessica Waddington - everyone at Local 853 is cheering for you!!!

UA Canada Skills Comp - Monday June 8th, 2026 UA Canada Skills Comp - Monday June 8th, 2026

The Skills Canada / Compétences Canada 2026 competition results are in. Congratulation to the medalists at this year's competition. Gold - Alberta, Silver - New Brunswick, Bronze - Nova Scotia.

Jessica did a fantastic job in this very close competition and will be moving on to the U.A. Canadian National Competition where she will have a chance to test her skills again.

You killed it Jessica!!!

DON'T MISS the Skills Canada Award Ceremony streaming live TODAY at 11:00am!! Click the link below.

Skills/Compétences Canada Skills/Compétences Canada is a national, not-for-profit organization that actively promotes careers in skilled trades and technologies to Canadian youth. Skills/Compétences Canada est un organisme national sans but lucratif qui vise à promouvoir activement auprès des jeunes Canadiens et Canadien...

What a Competition!!!!!!

Wrapping up the Skills Canada / Compétences Canada 2026 Competition at the Enercare Centre today. All of the Sprinkler Fitting competitors did an absolutely amazing job. Watching these future industry leaders was really a privilege. Local 853 Apprentice Competitor Jessica Waddington made us proud with her skill and determination during this challenging competition.

Jessica your drive and willingness to compete serves as an inspiration to future apprentices and competitors. We can expect great things from you in the future. Job Well Done!

Tune in to the livestream tomorrow to see the winners! We will post the link tomorrow morning for you to join in and cheer Jessica on!

The Skills Canada / Compétences Canada event Day 1 has almost wrapped up. All of the competitors are putting in a great effort. Local 853 Apprentice Jessica Waddington is deep into the competition with focus and determination. Join us in cheering on Jessica into day 2. YOU GOT THIS JESSICA!!!