SMWIA Local 285 Training Centre

08/21/2026

08/21/2026

08/12/2026

08/10/2026

Local 285 and all the staff at the Training Centre would like to congratulate you on passing your C of Q. This is an important achievement and a strong reflection of the hard work, commitment, and dedication you put into reaching this goal. Your effort has paid off, and you should be proud of what you have accomplished.

08/10/2026

Don't forget to register!

SMART Local 285's Family Picnic & Show & Shine is just around the corner!
This event is free for Local 285 members and their families, and registration is required to attend. We need an accurate registration count to prepare park passes and ensure everyone can enjoy the day.

📅 Sunday, August 23
📍 Boyd Conservation Park
⏰ 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM
Registration closes August 17.

🚗 Bringing a vehicle for the Show & Shine? Let us know when you register!
📞 To register, call the Local 285 office at 416-630-1160.
We look forward to spending the day with our Local 285 family!

07/13/2026

Local 285 and the Training Centre would like to thank Justin Costa for representing us at the 2026 Canadian Sheet Metal & Roofers Competition. We truly appreciate the time and effort Justin dedicated to preparing for the competition, and his hard work paid off with a first-place finish. Congratulations, Justin!

07/06/2026

Reminder, 285. The Family Picnic is around the corner and you need to register! 🎪

Local 285’s 1st Annual Family Picnic and Show and Shine is Sunday, August 23 at Boyd Conservation Park, 9 AM to 4 PM. Free for members and their families.

What’s waiting for you:
Food trucks, kids activities/games, a gift for every family, prizes, a dunk tank to dunk 285 leadership, and more!

Got a ride you’re proud of? The Show and Shine runs all day. Bring your car, truck, bike, or build. Just mention it when you register so we can sort out parking.

Registration is required by Monday, August 17. Call the office at 416-630-1160.

We are proud to be supporting Make-A-Wish Canada once again, at this event. So bring the family and let’s make a day of it!

06/24/2026

It's golf season, 285! ⛳

Our annual Golf Tournament is back! A full afternoon out on the course with your union family, good food, prizes, and a few bragging rights up for grabs.
Here's the rundown:
📅 Friday, July 17
📍 Glen Eagle Golf Club, 15731 Regional Road #50, Caledon
🕛 Registration and lunch at 12:00 PM
⛳ Tee off 1:30 PM sharp, shotgun start
🍽 Dinner to follow

Your entry is $100 for members, $200 for non-members, and it covers a lot: green fees, cart, contest holes, lunch, dinner, and door prizes. There's also a raffle before dinner.

Spots are limited and they go fast, so don't wait on this one. Register by Friday, July 3 by calling the office at 416-630-1160. Your spot is locked in once payment is in!🏌️

06/18/2026

Local 285, here's when and where to vote. 🗳
As a result of the nominations meeting June 03rd this election year Business Agents, and Executive Board will be on the ballots.

Ottawa Advance Poll
Mon, June 22, 3:00 to 7:00 PM
SMART Local 47 Union Hall, 765 Green Creek Road

Toronto Advance Poll
Wed, June 24, 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM
SMART Local 285, 234 Attwell Drive

Toronto Final Vote & Speeches
Wed, June 24, Speeches start at 5:30 PM & Polls re-open until voting is complete.
Chateau Le Jardin, 8440 Hwy 27, Woodbridge

Questions? Call the office at 416-630-1160.
This is your union. Show up for it!