Building Excellence Since 1881

Carpenters Union Local 18

Pioneers of Craftsmanship, Leaders in Union Tradition

About Us

Hamilton Carpenters were the first Canadian group to apply for a charter under the Brotherhood of Carpenters and Joiners of America, with their original charter granted on December 18, 1881, making Local 18 one of the oldest unions in the land. Local 18 celebrates having this unique three-digit charter.

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Carpenters Union Local 18

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Building for Tomorrow

Iconic Projects

Skylon Tower

Skylon Tower

Niagara Falls

Outlet Collection at Niagara

Outlet Collection at Niagara

Niagara Falls

Tim Horton's Field

Tim Horton's Field

Hamilton

Skyway Bridge

Skyway Bridge

Burlington

Featured News & Announcements

News

Pension Benefit Increase – Effective January 2025

Dear Active & Retired Members Thanks to the strong and stable ongoing financial health of the Carpenters Local 18 Pension Plan, an increase in pension benefits has been approv…

  • Posted on Mar 28, 2025

Upcoming Courses

Basics of Hoisting & Rigging

  • Course Code: BS-H&R
  • Description: This course will provide participants with classroom and hands on instruction/participation in basics of hoisting and rigging procedures. Upon completion, participants will be able to demonstrate a basic knowledge of principles relating to safe hoisting and rigging practices in the construction industry. Course content includes theoretical instruction, demonstration, international hand signals and practical exercises. Instructional delivery includes hoisting and rigging hazards, fiber rope, knots, and hitches, hardware, wire rope, and slings, rigging tools and devices, hazard awareness in crane operations.
  • Usual Hours: 8.00 hr
Starts On Ends On Classes Location
Sat. Sep 13, 2025 Sat. Sep 13, 2025 1 Local 18 Hamilton Training Centre

Construction & Industrial Fork Lift Operator

  • Course Code: C.FORK
  • Description: This course focuses on the forklift operator's responsibilities as defined by the Occupational Health & Safety Act and on safe operating procedures for all-terrain forklifts. The course includes information on forklift functions, proper maintenance and inspections, and safe operating practices. Each student will be required to pass a written test and to schedule a practical evaluation after the in-class theory component has been delivered. The practical evaluation is approximately three hours on the machine. A certification card will be issued upon successful completion of the course.
  • Usual Hours: 12.00 hr
Starts On Ends On Classes Location
Thu. May 29, 2025 Sat. May 31, 2025 2 Local 18 Hamilton Training Centre
Thu. Jul 10, 2025 Sat. Jul 12, 2025 2 Local 18 Hamilton Training Centre

Mobile Elevated Work Platform -HANDS ON TRAINING

  • Course Code: MEWP
  • Description: This course focuses on the safe operation of both scissor and boom type elevating work platforms. In class instruction reviews the operator's responsibilities under the Occupational Health & Safety Act, proper inspection, maintenance procedures, and safe operating industry best practices. Each student will be required to pass a written test and to complete a practical evaluation. The practical evaluation is approximately 4 hours in length. A certification card will be issued upon successful completion of the course. Pre-Requisite Course: Working at Heights
  • Usual Hours: 0.00 hr
Starts On Ends On Classes Location
Thu. Jun 5, 2025 Sat. Jun 7, 2025 2 Local 18 Hamilton Training Centre
Thu. Aug 14, 2025 Sat. Aug 16, 2025 2 Local 18 Hamilton Training Centre

Power Industrial Truck Operator (PITO)

  • Course Code: PITO
  • Description: This course, offered by the Carpenters Union, certifies members to safely operate both industrial and rough terrain forklifts. Training includes classroom instruction, hands-on driving, hazard assessment, and equipment inspection. Curriculum meets OSHA and ANSI safety standards.
  • Usual Hours: 16.00 hr
Starts On Ends On Classes Location
Tue. Sep 23, 2025 Sat. Sep 27, 2025 3 Local 18 Hamilton Training Centre

Working at Heights - Refresher

  • Course Code: WAH.R
  • Description: Apply Working at Heights safe work procedures including use of fall projection systems to protect themselves and other workers. Identify and explain requirements for travel restraint and fall arrest systems including selection and inpection of lanyards, lifelines, rope grabs and connections.
  • Usual Hours: 6.00 hr
Starts On Ends On Classes Location
Sat. May 24, 2025 Sat. May 24, 2025 1 Local 18 Hamilton Training Centre
Thu. Jun 12, 2025 Thu. Jun 12, 2025 1 Local 18 Hamilton Training Centre
Thu. Jul 10, 2025 Thu. Jul 10, 2025 1 Local 18 Hamilton Training Centre
Thu. Jul 10, 2025 Thu. Jul 10, 2025 1 Local 18 - Niagara Training Centre
Thu. Aug 14, 2025 Thu. Aug 14, 2025 1 Local 18 Hamilton Training Centre
Thu. Aug 14, 2025 Thu. Aug 14, 2025 1 Local 18 - Niagara Training Centre
Thu. Sep 11, 2025 Thu. Sep 11, 2025 1 Local 18 Hamilton Training Centre
Thu. Sep 11, 2025 Thu. Sep 11, 2025 1 Local 18 - Niagara Training Centre

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Local 18 Hamilton-Niagara

Hamilton Office

Phone: (905) 522-0752

Email: local18_info@ubcja.ca

Address: 1342 Stone Church East
Hamilton, ON L8W 2C8

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Niagara Office

Phone: (905) 641-1877

Email: thorold@local18.ca

Address: 360 York Road, Unit #24
Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON L0S 1J0

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