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Local 71

About Us

Servicing Ottawa, Gatineau, Cornwall & Pembroke

United Association (UA) Local 71 is a premier construction trade union of Plumbers, Steamfitters, Welders and Apprentices. We serve the National Capital Region of Ottawa and Gatineau and south east to Cornwall.

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Training

With our continued commitment to training, members will keep pace with new technology and remain the best-trained workforce, in our industry!

UA Trades Training

UA Trades Training

Apprenticeship Training

Apprenticeship Training

Safety Training

Safety Training

Industries We Serve

At UA Local 71, our expertise spans a diverse range of industries, reflecting our commitment to excellence and adaptability. From construction and fabrication to residential developments and essential services, our team consistently delivers unparalleled skills and dedication across all sectors. Explore our offerings to discover the breadth and depth of our capabilities.

Industrial - Commercial - Institutional

Industrial - Commercial - Institutional

High Rise Residential

High Rise Residential

Low Rise Residential

Low Rise Residential

Residential Housing

Residential Housing

Service Sector

Service Sector

Natural Gas Distribution Pipeline

Natural Gas Distribution Pipeline

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News and Announcements

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Announcement

We are Looking for Licensed Plumbers!

Join the United Association (UA) – Elevate Your Plumbing Career

Are you a skilled journeyman plumber looking for better pay, stronger benefits, and a union that has your back?

UA Local 71 is actively seeking experienced licensed journeyperson plumbers to join our strong brotherhood and sisterhood of professional tradespeople.
The UA provides Competitive Wages, Training, Comprehensive Benefits and a Defined Benefits Pension Plan as well as many other perks and benefits.

Be part of something bigger!

UA Canada represents over 62,000 Pipe Trades Men and Women across Canada.
Follow the link below to apply online
UA Local 71 Online Application

Upcoming Courses

INTERMEDIATE PLUMBING

  • Course Code: IN.PLU
  • Description: This class is designed for the apprentices to bring their knowledge up to date on the standard plumbing terms and definitions for the purpose of understanding and interpreting the provincial and National plumbing codes. The apprentice will learn the code requirements for the waste and venting system by producing drain plans, stack elevations and water lines diagrams.
  • Usual Hours: 39.00 hr
Starts On Ends On Classes Location
Thu. Sep 18, 2025 Thu. Dec 11, 2025 13 UA Local 71 Training Centre

U.A. ORIENTATION

  • Course Code: U.A.
  • Description: The student will learn the collective agreements, the employees benefits plan, the UA Standard for Excellence, the UA culture and safety protocols.
  • Usual Hours: 39.00 hr
Starts On Ends On Classes Location
Wed. Sep 17, 2025 Wed. Dec 10, 2025 1 UA Local 71 Training Centre
Thu. Sep 18, 2025 Thu. Dec 18, 2025 14 UA Local 71 Training Centre

Newly Licenced

Congratulations to the following members for obtaining their licenses. You should be proud of your achievement!

Plumbers & Steamfitters Licence

Congratulations to Jake Murray and Nicholas Larin who have successfully completed their apprenticeship and are now Licensed Plumbers!

Welder's License

Notices of Death

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of the following members:
Michael Fairchild August 5, 2025
William Taylor August 19, 2025
Elzear Binet August 22, 2025

Happy Birthday!

to our UA Local 71 Members celebrating today.
We hope your day is full of joy. Best wishes from the union!

  • Pierre Mellon
  • Kevin Thibeault
  • Nicholas D'angelo
  • Gavin St-andre

Join UA Local 71

Join the union in either apprenticeship, or if you are already a certified plumber, steamfitter or welder, as a journeyman.

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