Vancouver Island Metal Trades Council

The Vancouver Island Metal Trades Council is the voice of the 2,500 union marine shipyard workers throughout the cities, towns, and villages on Vancouver Island.

Our purpose is to:

• Promote the industry for the advancement of all affiliates and their members;
• Develop and advance apprenticeship training through cooperation with federal and provincial agencies, trades colleges and union joint training apprenticeship committees;
• Promote and develop safe work practices in the shipbuilding and repair industry;
• Develop and foster partnerships with our communities, employers, and customers;
• Participate in legislative activities that promote Metal Trades Unions and their members;
• Promote and develop strong, fair and meaningful labour/management cooperatives; 
• Assist and cooperate with other recognized Trade and Labour Councils.