NABTU Celebrates Canada Day, Honoring Canadian Workers' Contributions

WASHINGTON, D.C. – July 1, 2026 – The leader of North America's Building Trades Unions (NABTU) has voiced strong support for Canadian workers on this Canada Day. NABTU President Sean McGarvey acknowledged the crucial contributions of Canadian tradespeople in a recent statement.

McGarvey remarked, “Today, NABTU celebrates the strength, resilience, and unity of our friends and partners across Canada. We honor Canada’s rich history and the many contributions of Canadian workers who help build and strengthen communities from coast to coast. Every day, Canadian building trades members are shaping the future of modern infrastructure while developing the skilled workforce that supports family-sustaining careers and strengthens the middle class.”

This statement highlights the pivotal role Canadian workers play in advancing infrastructure and supporting economic growth. McGarvey further emphasized the unity and cooperation between American and Canadian tradespeople, stating, “North America’s Building Trades Unions proudly stands alongside our Canadian brothers and sisters in the trades today and every day. On Canada Day, we celebrate our longstanding partnership and our shared commitment to building a stronger future for workers across North America.”

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